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February 19, 2024, 12:31 PM
SIG4EVA
Laid Off - Need Some Prayers - OFFER SIGNED
I was completely blindsided on Friday morning and told I was being laid off and my position deleted. I was 130% to goal last year earning most of my stretch bonus, and the company having a record year 2 years in a row.

They decided to restructure the sales team and cut costs. They made sure to tell me it wasn't from no fault of my own. They are also currently hiring sales positions at the same time as my lay off when I had put my hat in for the NAM role before the new VP of Sales took over.

I thought crushing my sales goals would be my job security but this is a new life lesson.

Please pray for me as we go through this, I negotiate severance and look for a new sales role.

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February 19, 2024, 12:35 PM
Sig2340
Prayers you find new, better employment soon.





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February 19, 2024, 12:37 PM
erj_pilot
Man that BLOWS! Adding you to my list…



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February 19, 2024, 12:44 PM
wxdave
Reach out to your network, I'm sure something will come along soon. Hang in there!


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February 19, 2024, 12:46 PM
YooperSigs
Best wishes. At least they did not lay you off at Christmas!


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February 19, 2024, 12:47 PM
konata88
I'm sorry to hear this. I really hate that mgmt blindsides people like this unless there is a very good severance pkg (ie - 1 year pay + health).

I hope you find something to your liking quickly.




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February 19, 2024, 01:04 PM
sig 226
Sorry this happened to you.. Start working on the resume and reaching out to your linkedin network..

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February 19, 2024, 01:06 PM
kkina
Praying this is the start to something much better.



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February 19, 2024, 01:09 PM
ArtieS
Good luck with your search.

I have a semi-retired friend who does sales training and consulting all over the country, and is often asked to find sales staff for his clients. Reach me by email in profile if you would like to get in touch with him.



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February 19, 2024, 01:34 PM
calugo
Every time and I mean every time I lost a job God blessed me with a better job. Better job, with better pay, better benefits and better working conditions. God will also do the same for you as long as you trust Him, have faith in Him and believe in His Son Jesus Christ. Praying for you to be blessed and for this negative experience to become a positive experience.
February 19, 2024, 01:39 PM
braillediver
Good thoughts and prayers to you.

As others have said everytime the unexpected has happed it's led to better opportunities I wouldn't have found otherwise.


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February 19, 2024, 01:43 PM
preten2b
Very sorry to read this. Most often your recent success will reward you with other opportunities. Best to take stock in yourself with the understanding it's not your fault.

I had experienced this in my past, twice. I read into this part, "the new VP of Sales took over" as the source of this grief. Likely just someone new trying to piss on their territory and make it their own, or to hire a friend (ask me how I know). Their mistake, and I wish you patience and faith.


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February 19, 2024, 01:46 PM
tatortodd
Sorry to hear that. Hope you land a better position quickly.



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February 19, 2024, 01:51 PM
Nismo
Sorry to hear. I now how it feels, been laid off last April.
February 19, 2024, 02:15 PM
cruiser68
Thoughts and prayers sent. Some companies are outright dicks in the pursuit of money. I did NOT run my business like that.
February 19, 2024, 02:20 PM
TMats
You got ‘em. Here’s to a cat landing.


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February 19, 2024, 02:58 PM
old rugged cross
Done, happens for a reason. God will land you where you belong. I am sure it will be good!

Chin up.



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February 19, 2024, 03:03 PM
Skins2881
Good luck! With numbers like that I'm sure there are plenty of employers that will be interested.



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February 19, 2024, 03:12 PM
Bytes
quote:
Originally posted by SIG4EVA:
I was 130% to goal last year earning most of my stretch bonus, and the company having a record year 2 years in a row.


That right there is going to get you into another position really fast. Really fast. If you don't already have them get references from your best clients. If I were to place a bet you'll be in a better job making more money. Good sales people are actually pretty scarce. You'll be fine but I'm still sending good thoughts your way.
February 19, 2024, 03:18 PM
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Good luck. Remember your priority should be resting a break before you start looking for well deserved better opportunities. Best to start fresh and well rested.

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