Isn't is strange that since being laid off I feel like I have less time than more time? All of the free time that might have been used reading or taking photos or learning photoshop has been spent searching for and applying to jobs online. It's been quite the adventure and honestly a little exciting.
The job I lost was a job I loved. It was a part time, laid back, flexible, working with great people type of job. It was just what I needed at a time I was getting back in the work force. I'm so grateful for that job and the people who hired me. I wasn't quite ready to move on to full time employment, but I'm embracing the opportunity to find something more challenging.
So far I've submitted five applications for administrative support positions and plan to submit three more today. The first job I applied for was with a supplier to the previous company I worked for. It was one of those things where I got online hours after my layoff and saw a very familiar name and just started laughing. That company called yesterday and I have an interview with them on Thursday. It pays less per hour than my previous job, but I'm interested in hearing about the position before I rule it out.
To say I'm grateful to have an interview less than a week after being laid off would be an understatement! Other things I'm grateful for today are:
- Asthmagirl who was able to get my hair color in interview shape on short notice. Love you!
- All my friends who have been so supportive, encouraging and helpful.
- Handy Man for continuing to say "I found a job you need to apply for".
- I completely cleaned my house yesterday, including the upstairs bathroom. That felt really good.
- My kids who are thinking ahead to ways they might get home from school if I find full time employment.
Woo-hoo! Congrats on the job interview. And good luck! That really is incredible to get an interview that soon after the layoff. You go, girl!
Yes, it's so true that there's far less time to kill when you're unemployed. I feel like I spend nearly every minute of every day trying to come up with ways to earn a little money, which cuts out time for reading, writing, practicing piano, and so on.
Good luck with the interview! Keep us posted!
Posted by: Lisa | January 27, 2010 at 07:36 AM
Hooray for hair color!! And congrats on the interview!!
Posted by: The Incredible Woody | January 27, 2010 at 07:53 AM
Somehow I missed that you'd been laid off, I'm really sorry to hear it, but glad that you have a lot of promising sounding opportunities.
Posted by: Robin from Israel | January 27, 2010 at 08:02 AM
Job hunting really sucks. I have kinda given up, but look only occasionally. Keep up the search. I hope you find something very soon.
Posted by: deb | January 27, 2010 at 08:26 AM
Happy your hair is once again fabulous! It was so good to see you. Any company would be lucky to get you. You won't be on the market long!
Posted by: Asthmagirl | January 27, 2010 at 08:39 AM
I am LOVING your attitude. Something great is coming your way....
Posted by: Mental P Mama | January 27, 2010 at 10:29 AM
Good for you for finding the positive. And getting all those resumes out! Nice!
Posted by: Meg B | January 27, 2010 at 10:44 AM
I completely missed the layoff news and you're bouncing back admirably.
I wish you all kinds of luck in finding a great position.
Posted by: Jenn @ Juggling Life | January 27, 2010 at 08:51 PM
Everything it will be ok for u...dont lose the HOPE.
THAT It´s my first time here and think so that u are a special person.
Do not forget that.
And very soon u will find it a second jog...wait and u will see it
havea nice day
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Posted by: Grace Olsson | January 28, 2010 at 09:11 AM