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My entire department was just eliminated (Kilroy)

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  1. Crap

    Posted 6 months ago by Kilroy #

  2. Oh no! Are they offering people positions in other departments?

    Posted 6 months ago by Jetta and Boo Boo's Mom #

  3. Only if we want to move to Atlanta. Um, no thanks.

    Posted 6 months ago by Kilroy #

  4. KIlroy I am soooo sorry. When is this happening or is it today? Why do companies always do this near the holidays? Not that there is ever a good time to do it :(

    How many of you are affected?

    Posted 6 months ago by Jetta and Boo Boo's Mom #

  5. That is crap! Any chance of a similar position in some other network? You've got serious skills to offer.

    Posted 6 months ago by paulajeanne #

  6. crap {{{Kilroy}}}

    Posted 6 months ago by JoanfromNewJersey #

  7. We have until February 6th. 9 people total.

    News organizations have been eliminating research departments left & right; I guess they think Google is the answer to everything (hint, it's not). All our jobs are being "centralized" down to headquarters in Atlanta.

    I imagine the person who dreamed this up will get a bonus for saving the company money.

    Posted 6 months ago by Kilroy #

  8. (((((Kilroy))))) I had my hours and there fore my pay cut by a third a couple of years ago. IT sucks when they pull this stuff.

    Posted 6 months ago by Cat talk rules #

  9. Kilroy, I'm so sorry. I'm sending all the good vibes I have you that you will find a better job before this one runs out.

    Posted 6 months ago by CheetahBoysmommy #

  10. Oh NO, Kilroy!!!!!! I am so sorry to hear this......it stinks!!!!!!! Grrr, I hate big companies that don't give a fig for their employees!!! It's all about money these days. I hope you will find something better for you!!! {{{{{KILROY}}}}}

    Posted 6 months ago by katthays #

  11. Oh my, sending you TLC hugs of comfort with special thoughts, prayers and wishes that you can work thru this to find an even better position and employment! Crockey sends headbonks & purss too.

    Posted 6 months ago by jeankit #

  12. OMG, Kilroy - I don't know what to say. I am so very sorry! You have so many wonderful talents and I know that there will be someone looking for you.

    Posted 6 months ago by WillowandWindismom #

  13. And just think, I just blew my emergency fund on a vet bill...

    I am better off than about half my department, we have people who are single but I have Mr. K (and his post office pension & healthcare) to fall back on if I have to. Just never expected to have to.

    What am I going to do about my mom? I send her money every month, but what now? Sorry, starting to panic a little.

    Posted 6 months ago by Kilroy #

  14. :( OH, NO! I am, SO very sorry Kilroy!! That just stinks BIG TIME! All those poor employees.... :( HUGS to all.

    Posted 6 months ago by bumblebee #

  15. Oh crap is right! That sucks! I am so sorry Kilroy! Not sure what the situation is with your mom, but are there any services available to her that might save her enough to make up for what you send?

    Posted 6 months ago by Shelley #

  16. She's in low income housing & on every kind of aid she qualifies for, as far as I know; it takes my $300 a month to make the ends meet, plus I pay her car insurance.

    Posted 6 months ago by Kilroy #

  17. You are such a good, caring daughter...... bless you!

    Posted 6 months ago by bumblebee #

  18. Kudos for you Kilroy in taking care of your mom! You will be able to work thru this! It's hard to stay positive but try! The sooner you get your resume updated put your feelers out, network, explore new venues & you will attract the situation you need to be in! (When I was laid off a few years back it seemed daunting too but the sooner I got involved with my "new me" project the better I felt!) After landing a job I enjoyed but didn't care for the commute I started looking for one a bit closer. It became a game as the process continued with an even more promising result! You will accomplish this new challange!

    Posted 6 months ago by jeankit #

  19. Prayers for you, Kilroy! You are a strong person and after the shock lessens, you will explore other options and something will come along that you'll be able to make it work for you.

    Posted 6 months ago by LadyKat of IA #

  20. oh this is horrible :( I'm so sorry Kilroy! {{HUGS}}

    Posted 6 months ago by linda #

  21. Holy Cow Bells. Crap is right. This not only sucks monkey toes, but big hairy ones!!! Oh Kilroy, I am so so sorry. I wish there was something I could do to help. Sending you lots and lots of white light, prayers and hugs my friend.

    Posted 6 months ago by cricketsmama #

  22. prayers

    Posted 6 months ago by CSBM #

  23. $%^^%&*^*

    Posted 6 months ago by Arcalian #

  24. {{{{{Kilroy}}}}} My prayers that find a new job sooner than expected. You will weather this somehow. I can understand how worried you are about your Mom, I was there once myself. When you get over the shock, start formulating a job search list and update your resume'. You live in New York so you know the importance of updating personal and professional references before leaving your job. So sorry about the terrible timing.

    Posted 6 months ago by krazikat #

  25. Is moving to Atlanta a definite no? I live in the ATL and it has it's good points. Mild winters, places to hike...you could be my hiking partner! Maybe check it out?

    Posted 6 months ago by Catwoman #

  26. {{{Kilroy}}} Prayers for a new job ASAP....What is happening in this country and the world?

    Posted 6 months ago by kittymom #

  27. Also the cost of living is far, far cheaper than NYC. You may be able to send more money to your mom. Just a thought. Sending prayers your way.

    Posted 6 months ago by Catwoman #

  28. Crap is a rather mild word. Prayers & hugs

    Posted 6 months ago by Skyron #

  29. Oh no!!I'm so sorry to hear that Kilroy. Sending positive vibes and TLC your way.{{{{{Kilroy}}}}

    Posted 6 months ago by Buttercup #

  30. I'm also sorry, Kilroy, and I hope you find an employment arrangement that works very well for you.

    I got to Georgia by way of a job shutdown myself, although it was my father who experienced it in the 1960s. He was a civilian employee of the Air Force, and he was transferred to a base in Georgia when one in Pennsylvania was closed. Coming here was the last thing any of us wanted to do, but after 45 years, I think it's worked out pretty well. (As long as I don't see any of those Confederate battle flags some organization is threatening to put up along the Interstae highways to commemorate the Civil War.)

    Posted 6 months ago by Leeny #


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