I Lost My Job

[shimmyshimmyya]

Well, the company I work for has just filed for bankruptcy and I'll be out of job soon and I don't know how I really feel about it. I think it's a little surreal.

I guess I should be happy because I had planned on quitting anyways and this will give me time to study for the GMAT to get into grad school.

But I don't know if that's what I really want either.
I'm so confused about my life and my future that I get a little depressed sometimes. This may seem irrational, but I kind of feel like a failure.

For some reason I just feel like I'll never get ahead. This economy is discouraging.

Any encouragement would be great.

 

[franimal]

I'm so sorry, everyone always thinks this couldn't happen to them. I hope you turn it into something positive

 

[TISH1124]

I am a firm believer of everything happens for a reason. Just keep thinking positive and concentrate on finding a job that you truly enjoy in the field that you desire. I always view jobs as...I came here looking if I have to leave..I will leave looking. You will be fine...I know it seems like "WHY Me" but just pray about it and move forward. If you are positive in your thinking you will be surprised at the doors that will open for you. Good Luck...and don't get so down on yourself...there was nothing you could have done to avoid the company filing bankruptcy. I'm sure you will be able to collect your unemployment until you can find a better job. Like you said you always wanted to get in Grad School...Now's your time...and maybe this was the reason. Start sending out your resume now....By the time your last day comes you may have already found a better job. Big Hugggssss

 

[panther27]

Yeah,I worked for two places in the past five years that have closed,one sold to another company,and the other filed bankruptcy

I so know how you feel,and I am so sorry that has happened to you.

 

[TamiChoi]

I know how you feel, but don't be so hard on yourself. You're not a failure and don't let anything get to you. Just finish with school and I'm sure you'll come out and live your dream life.
I got laid off and the life without a job is... blahhh
But I think school might be important for me right now too.
Hope you feel better.

 

[benzito_714]

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Originally Posted by shimmyshimmyya Well, the company I work for has just filed for bankruptcy and I'll be out of job soon and I don't know how I really feel about it. I think it's a little surreal. I guess I should be happy because I had planned on quitting anyways and this will give me time to study for the GMAT to get into grad school. But I don't know if that's what I really want either. I'm so confused about my life and my future that I get a little depressed sometimes. This may seem irrational, but I kind of feel like a failure. For some reason I just feel like I'll never get ahead. This economy is discouraging. Any encouragement would be great.

i feel the same exact way. i feel like i have a degree and all its good for is to wipe my ass (sorry for the vulgarity but i get so mad thinking of the price i paid to work in retail). i definitely understand where you are coming from but we got to find something to hold onto in order to pull ourselves up from this down period. keep your head up and if you need a shoulder i got two good ones right here

 

[sfmakeupjunkie]

I was an escrow officer for almost 10 years and got laid off more times than I can count and the last company I worked for posted a notice on our front door one day saying the company had been dissolved.

Granted that is the nature of escrow, it is volatile but truly it has only ever led to better things. It's hard to feel that way when it first happens to you but rest assured good things will come your way. Keep your chin up!

 

[abbey_08]

this happened to me a few weeks ago...they just sent me a letter in the post! we stop work in dec but luckily they are paying us until january.

i know how you feel...it does feel very surreal! espec the first few days at work after you've been told!

i do feel scared aswell but people keep telling me its a good thing because its giving me the freedom do do other stuff now and that push i needed!

you are not a failure because it was beyond your controll
what you should do now is think about all the new jobs you would like or other career options and view it as a new year and fresh start!!

 

[User49]

Don't worry! Everything for a reason! This might be a chance for a refreshing new start! It's sometimes hard to be positive but if you have a good attitude things will be okay! Take this oppertunity to think about what you actually want to do. And if it's far fetched think about where you need to start to get there eventually! Trust me, once you work for pleasure instead of work to survive things get much more fun! If you were thinking of quitting anyway this is a great oppertunity for change!! Good luck with everything xx

 

[kittykit]

I was in the same situation 3 years ago. The company filed bankruptcy and they didn't want to pay me until I told them I would file a lawsuit against them. They did pay me in the end. I'm glad it happened because I wouldn't be here now, making better money and have a better career perspective. Everything happens for a reason and it's often a good one.

Since you've been thinking about quiting the job, take this as a challenge and an opportunity for a new start

 

[shimmyshimmyya]

Thank you for all the encouragement.

I'm trying my best to see this as a blessing in disguise (which it probably is) but the thought of change is so scary. It makes me really anxious sometimes...

Lately I've been depressed because I feel like I wasted 4 years of my life to get a degree in a industry that for the most part can be unstable and not recession-proof. I can't stand retail anymore and I'd rather be doing something else and I don't want another job in retail.

I think I'm interested in marketing, but the thought of having to start over makes me extremely nervous.

Does anyone have any advice on how to get into marketing?

 

[CantAffordMAC]

 

[ginger9]

Firstly

I'm sorry to hear that hon. I have been out of a job before and there's word that cuts are to come at my current work place. Also a good friend of mine just got let goed today.

I just want to say I promise things will work itself out. You are in the midst of big change which is over-whelming for anybody. This recession is a gloomy one but remember like all others before it, this too shall pass. Hang on to your hat and let's make some lemonade.

When you find yourself feeling anxious take a few deep breathes and remember that it's never as bad or uncertain as you think it is. Change is a good thing and sometimes we need a little push, whether it's expected or unexpected. And you're right it is a blessing in disquise. I remember when I lost my job 6 years ago I was so frightened and unsure of myself. Well, I made it through and I have to say I learned a lot from that experience and I am for the better because of it.

Remember we are/I am here for you if you want to chat. Keep your chin up buttercup