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I run trains!
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Well that sucks. Never been let go before, 12 years in the railroad industry and have always weathered downturns due to my performance. This time it was more about wrong place/wrong time. A little over a year ago I left my position with a Class I railroad for what was supposed to be a better atmosphere at a short-line. Turns out that was far from the truth. While I wasn't happy recently I would have liked to leave on my own terms.

It may end of being a blessing in disguise as the 4am alarm clock and being awoken at all hours due to emergencies were getting old. Same goes for the missing out on time with the kids due to demands.

Severance and insurance as part of the package so I can't be too mad, but it just sucks to be starting over. Plus having three young kids at home is going to stress me no matter what I do.

I plan to go in and sign my severance paperwork tomorrow morning, go meet my dad for lunch and spend the afternoon with him. Then start on the job search on Thursday.



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Sucks to hear this.

Prayer sent to help guide you to the open door you’re meant to find.



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Keep your head up man. Things will work out.

I was in the same position about 18 months ago (different industry).

It sucked and was a big disruption but we've made it through.

Good luck -- don't do anything drastic. Smile

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Posts: 8940 | Location: Florida | Registered: September 20, 2004Reply With QuoteReport This Post
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I'm sorry to hear that. I hope the perfect position lands in your lap after you've had time to decide what that would look like.


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Posts: 6389 | Location: Mogadishu on the Mississippi | Registered: February 26, 2009Reply With QuoteReport This Post
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Wow
Sorry to hear this
At least you were given a severance package and insurance so that will tide you over for at least a couple of weeks while you catch up on some sleep and search for a job.

Bright side is that you get to have a nice lunch with your father and a conversation starter.
 
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At least the economy is great right now.


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Sorry to hear that. I remember when you moved, you were so excited about the new opportunity with a smaller line.

Please come join us in Florida, we'd love to have you.

Florida East Coast Line is growing.

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Posts: 12737 | Location: Central Florida | Registered: November 02, 2008Reply With QuoteReport This Post
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Good luck and I hope you make the most of the opportunity.
 
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Prayers that you can't decide which opportunity is best!!


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Posts: 3856 | Location: WNY | Registered: April 11, 2009Reply With QuoteReport This Post
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Good luck, I’m going through something similar, but at least I have a chance at another position, once they put it out there. Seems to be a trend lately.
 
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Check into the Lake Superior & Ishpeming RR. They may need qualified guys.
Several other rail lines are active in the Upper Peninsula, too.
And you may need to buy a parka! Good luck in your search.


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Sorry to hear that. I hope you bounce back soon.




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keep a positive attitude. There are very few people these days that stay in a job until it's convenient for them to leave. Most are forced out due to things changing in the industry they are in and their particular situation in the company. Many times it has little to do with job performance which sounds like your situation.



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Sorry Amigo, it sucks. Be positive & as life does go on.


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Posts: 13788 | Location: VIrtual | Registered: November 13, 2009Reply With QuoteReport This Post
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Dang...sorry to hear that. Chin up!

Just had an idea Sig...if you're not opposed to driving to Dallas Love or DFW, what do you think about applying for a job with Southwest, American, United, or any other carrier at those airports? Since you've been in the public transportation sector, maybe there's something at the airline level that would fit your skills?



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That sux. I am POSITIVE you will land on your on your feet.


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Posts: 2859 | Location: Lancaster, PA. | Registered: February 06, 2007Reply With QuoteReport This Post
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Sorry to hear that my friend. Was in a similar situation 20 years ago with two young children. It’ll work out for the better is my prediction. Good luck - keep that positive attitude.


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Posts: 2581 | Location: Upstate NY | Registered: July 02, 2002Reply With QuoteReport This Post
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Frown Try to keep a positive attitude. You will come across much better in interviews.
 
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I won't say sorry because I'm confident you'll land a better job and get to spend some quality time with your kids in the meantime. This could be a great turn of events, good luck!




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Posts: 5043 | Location: Oregon | Registered: October 02, 2005Reply With QuoteReport This Post
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Getting the rug yanked out from under you always sucks. Hope you find something better.
 
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