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I just lost my job

#1 Post by Bob Juch » Wed Oct 15, 2008 9:42 am

I've felt this coming for some time.

I'm getting five months' severence pay, not quite as good as I expected.

I may be changing careers or even retire, but if you know anyone who works with IBM mainframes, tell them you know of an expert who's looking for a job. I specialize in MQSeries and CICS.
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Re: I just lost my job

#2 Post by MarleysGh0st » Wed Oct 15, 2008 9:44 am

Damn!

Five months' severance pay may not be a golden parachute, but it's still a lot better than what most people get.
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#3 Post by ne1410s » Wed Oct 15, 2008 9:45 am

Well, that sucks. Good luck with whatever path you choose. :cry:
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#4 Post by Jeemie » Wed Oct 15, 2008 9:48 am

Sorry to hear that.

I see IT jobs posted all the time, though...though they're mostly for databases and software. Don't know how many hardware-type jobs I see.
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#5 Post by nitrah55 » Wed Oct 15, 2008 9:50 am

Lousy, dude.

Know nothing, no one on mainframes. You're in my prayers, though.
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Re: I just lost my job

#6 Post by silvercamaro » Wed Oct 15, 2008 9:59 am

I'm sorry, Bob. This could be your opportunity to become a professional poker player, though.
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#7 Post by dimmzy » Wed Oct 15, 2008 10:29 am

I'm so sorry! I hope you were treated with dignity and respect...

Remember, DO NOT apply for unemployment until after your severance runs out. (Unless you get a lump sum)

I'm expecting that unemployment will be extended for 9 months or even a year, so you could have a steady paycheck for quite awhile (even though it will be less, of course)

Keep up your medical insurance and look for low-cost alternatives WITHIN your insurance provider (so you don't have a "break in service" that could come back to haunt you if you try to re-enter the system.)

Don't worry -- you will find something or better yet, WIN something!!

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#8 Post by Rexer25 » Wed Oct 15, 2008 10:39 am

Is the RIF effecting more than just your group? When is your last day at work? Is your employer giving you any help in finding another job?

This is tough news, Bob. I'll add your name to my prayer list.
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#9 Post by goongas » Wed Oct 15, 2008 10:48 am

I am sorry to hear this Bob.
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#10 Post by a1mamacat » Wed Oct 15, 2008 10:49 am

Damn, sorry Bob. GOod luck in the hunt
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#11 Post by PlacentiaSoccerMom » Wed Oct 15, 2008 11:01 am

I'm very sorry that you lost your job.
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#12 Post by Rafferbee » Wed Oct 15, 2008 11:09 am

I'm so sorry, Bob. I hope you will find a new situation soon, whether that is a new job, new career or retirement.
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#13 Post by ghostjmf » Wed Oct 15, 2008 11:09 am

Eeeek. So sorry to hear.

I am not in good shape either but can't elaborate on this board.
Currently still have job; that's about it.

Good luck in your search if you decide to have one.
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#14 Post by silvercamaro » Wed Oct 15, 2008 11:16 am

ghostjmf wrote: I am not in good shape either but can't elaborate on this board.
Currently still have job; that's about it.
I'm sending good thoughts for you and your situation, too, ghost.
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#15 Post by BackInTex » Wed Oct 15, 2008 11:16 am

That sucks.

I'd suggest looking into consulting. As the mainframe market winds down and those like you retire, those who still have the big boys will find it hard to get folks who know anything about them. Nobody coming out of school now can read a core dump or understand a S07.
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Re: I just lost my job

#16 Post by Weyoun » Wed Oct 15, 2008 11:16 am

Sorry to hear this.
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#17 Post by gotribego26 » Wed Oct 15, 2008 11:20 am

Good luck wherever life takes you - it sounds like they treated you reasonably well on your departure.
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#18 Post by ghostjmf » Wed Oct 15, 2008 11:24 am

silvercam says:
I'm sending good thoughts for you and your situation, too, ghost.

Thanks.
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#19 Post by secondchance » Wed Oct 15, 2008 11:39 am

So sorry to hear this, Bob. Best of luck for whatever the future holds for you. Hopefully something even better.
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#20 Post by Flybrick » Wed Oct 15, 2008 11:51 am

BackInTex wrote:That sucks.

I'd suggest looking into consulting. As the mainframe market winds down and those like you retire, those who still have the big boys will find it hard to get folks who know anything about them. Nobody coming out of school now can read a core dump or understand a S07.
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#21 Post by Bob78164 » Wed Oct 15, 2008 11:54 am

Bob Juch wrote:I've felt this coming for some time.

I'm getting five months' severence pay, not quite as good as I expected.

I may be changing careers or even retire, but if you know anyone who works with IBM mainframes, tell them you know of an expert who's looking for a job. I specialize in MQSeries and CICS.
I'm sorry to hear the news, but I'm glad that your financial circumstances are such that you can consider retirement rather than a new job search. Job searches are always much less stressful when work is an option, rather than a necessity. --Bob
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#22 Post by gsabc » Wed Oct 15, 2008 12:16 pm

My sympathies, thoughts and hopes for you, Bob. Good luck with the search.
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#23 Post by Bob Juch » Wed Oct 15, 2008 12:18 pm

Thanks all for your good wishes.

Onward and upward!
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#24 Post by Bob Juch » Wed Oct 15, 2008 12:19 pm

Jeemie wrote:Sorry to hear that.

I see IT jobs posted all the time, though...though they're mostly for databases and software. Don't know how many hardware-type jobs I see.
I do work with software on IBM mainframe hardware.
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#25 Post by Bob Juch » Wed Oct 15, 2008 12:20 pm

silvercamaro wrote:I'm sorry, Bob. This could be your opportunity to become a professional poker player, though.
I guess you could say I already am. If I wasn't supporting my daughter, I'd be in fine shape.
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