more layoffs at my job
#1
They have already layed over 100 people off last year at the company I work at. I was sitting and having lunch with my friend and her husband called and said she will be getting a layoff at the beginning of the year, the company sent out letters to everyone. So it turns out that the company told our group leaders that they will be about 45 more people at the end of this year that will be permanently layed off. They will be getting rid of the people that have attendance problems and that don't know many jobs. I think I should be good because I know almost 20 jobs there on the line I work on. I can't afford to not work. So please hope with me that I don't lose my job!!!
#7
Hang in there. Literally. It's such a tough economy right now. If you can, save for that rainy day. You just never know. It's worth the peace of mind to have something tucked away. And when the economy improves you can blow it all on fabric or a fantastic vacation. ;)
#8
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Join Date: Oct 2009
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i am hoping/praying you are able to keep your job..stay positive, keep your head up!
we have a couple auto plants (GM/Ford) that are hiring in our area(detroit)..we heard the other day, that the steel plant may be hiring soon too..they called back all the laid off workers.
we have a couple auto plants (GM/Ford) that are hiring in our area(detroit)..we heard the other day, that the steel plant may be hiring soon too..they called back all the laid off workers.
#9
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Join Date: Sep 2010
Location: Myrtle Beach, SC
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Originally Posted by DebraK
The more you know, the more you're worth (to them, anyway). My husband dodged a bullet this week because he can fill in so many places. I wish you luck.
Glad your husband dodged the bullet.
From a business perspective, the more you know "the more your worth" is 100% true. I always made sure to become an "expert" on something when I took on a new job, then branched out and learned as much as I could about everyone elses job. Knowing other peoples jobs made it easier for me to work with them. Also makes it easy for you to become your a 'go to' person for your boss - a person who made their job easier.
Also found it quite useful to follow the advice of a former co-worker, "Be nice to everyone. You never know who your boss is going to be." And, given a choice between two people who are basically at the same level/salary in their job, a boss will choose to keep the one he/she likes the most. That's just human nature.
#10
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Join Date: Jul 2010
Location: Yulee Florida
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You have my fingers crossed for you . I dont wish that on my worst enemy. being smakced by one of gods cureball with my accident I was unprepared for the rest of my life I truly wish nothing but good vibes head your way for the future.
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