I lost my job today.

[IrishEyes]

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The company decided to close the office because of the coronavirus and everyone would work from home until things get better. Unfortunately, my job can't be done from home. It was a temp job but it was supposed to last awhile. They said that they would like me back when things get better. Hopefully I will have found something else by then. Thankfully, I have an emergency fund saved.

I will be fine. I'm over 30 but under 50. I'm strong, smart and healthy. I'm glad I have some money saved but I hope I don't have to use too much of it.

Thank you all for your kind words and advice. Reading your posts has made me feel better.

[blm]

1. ((IrishEyes))

[musicman65]

19. Been there

but came back even stronger $$$$,hang in you will prevail

[Beakybird]

2. I'm sorry. As an entertainer for the elderly, I've lost 90% of my business in the last few days.

[applegrove]

3. So sorry. At least you can job hunt in skype these days and can

self isolate while you job hunt online.

[underpants]

4. Damn. That sucks.

There are Census jobs available

Good luck. I've been there. Sept 2008.

[mokawanis]

43. I got hired by Census bureau yesterday

They interviewed me over the phone and offered me $22 an hour (minimum of 20 hours a week required) to be an enumerator, going to people's homes and gathering data, in the county where I live.

[underpants]

47. I heard on NPR this morning that it's hard filling those spots

Especially in some rural areas. 10 years ago we were in the thick of the recession and their were plenty of people available

Oh congratulations too!

[Fla Dem]

46. Just googled Census jobs in NYC. Lots available.

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Some temp, some pt. Worth it to take a look if you really want to get right back in the work force.

Sorry you're going through this, it won't be an easy time for you. Unfortunately this is just the beginning.

[sheshe2]

5. hugs

[bluestarone]

6. Maybe sign up for unemployment benefits

If you can!

[wnylib]

56. RE: Unemployment

Heard today on NPR that Congress is pushing for extended unemployment for people out of work due to corona virus slowdowns and shutdowns.

[Afromania]

7. There is no plan for so many people. none.

[calimary]

8. And be sure to keep in touch.

Don’t allow yourself to slip their minds! Just don’t wanna overdo it. But your showing initiative like that, starts to make them regard you as more of a teammate than a temp. It will signal you actually care about the job/office/office mates/company. That will position you positively. YOU’RE the one who wanted to stay in touch. And why not, if they already told you they’d like you back, sounds like you’re halfway home already.

Nevertheless, it can’t be helped if you find something in the meantime, at least to help you get through the downtime. And it might also depend on what the stop-gap job is, and whether it’s no big deal if the first job comes back and you still wanted it so you bail on the stopgap.

GOOD LUCK, IrishEyes!!!!!

[Sanity Claws]

9. Sorry to hear

[Peace06]

10. Loss of job

So sorry to hear that. Keep your chin up! Maybe you will get something even better. Many times, it happens that way. I hope you will be alright!

[iluvtennis]

11. So sorry to hear that. Please don't forget to go apply for your Unemployment benefits. Hugs. nt

[warmfeet]

12. Fuck.

This is why everyone helping each other is such a good idea, and practice. Why should anyone be left out in the cold due to the mere vagaries of our economic system? They, and you, should not.

I know we can do better. I am anxious to get to that place, and time.

[Under The Radar]

13. Good luck I hope that something cones your way

[SergeStorms]

14. Another unintended victim of COVID-19.

There will be all sorts of victims from this pandemic. And Donald Trump goes golfing while Rome burns.

Really sorry to hear that, IrishEyes. Hopefully you'll find another job quickly, or get called back before that. Best of luck to you.

[BigmanPigman]

15. I got laid off the day after the crash in 1987

and hours cut in half in 1991 and have been close to being laid off too many times to count due to the economy. Being laid off sucks. That is why I always protested at union rallies when I became a teacher and yearly threats of lay offs happened throughout the 2000s. The wages and economy have pretty much sucked my whole life in the areas where I lived.

[Soph0571]

16. Sweet heart I fear you will be the first of many

Good luck

[yardwork]

17. I'm so sorry.

[appalachiablue]

18. Very sorry, please stay in touch ok? Wishing you the very Best

[liberal N proud]

20. I know the pain, don't let it defeat you

[LuckyCharms]

21. So sorry to hear.

I have a few friends going through that right now, although not for the same reason as you.

Hang tough, better times are coming.

[George II]

22. Sorry to hear that. I've been through it four times. Good luck.

[tavernier]

23. Closed door, open window.

Despite your religion, this is actually a great truth.

Good future days to you!!!

[Peace06]

28. So true

Years ago, I lost my high paying, high level corporate job, after 20 years. (Bank merger) I took a low paying job at local university which turned out to be a financial boon at retirement time! I hope hers works out for the better too!

[mountain grammy]

24. I'm sorry. Hoping for the best for you..

And a large dose of good luck

[safeinOhio]

25. Good luck and

Hope that a new door opens as the old one closes.

[a kennedy]

26. Damn......so sorry IrishEyes......

Hope you’ll be up and earring money again soon.

[Liberty Belle]

27. Join your local Next Door forum and let folks there know.

During the govt. shutdown a federal fighter on our neighborhood Next Door let everyone know that he had a commercial coffee grinder and got bags of coffee beans from a friend. He was selling bags of freshly ground coffee online and many of us bought a few to help him out.

Others who were furloughed were offering their services to run errands, pull weeds, or whatever else they could think of.

You could always drive for Uber or Lyft if you are in an urban area, or one of those food delivery services.

[IrishEyes]

29. Thank you for your suggestions.

I don't have a car or a drivers license. live in New York City so I take the subway everywhere.

[Dem2theMax]

38. I have no idea of your age or physical condition,

And this may sound silly, but, pet sitter, dog walker, caregiver to one person, or looking in on the elderly.

I've had to do things like this in the past. Create your own job. Look for something that needs to be done and create your own job. At least it can help you out a bit until you are able to go back to what you were doing.

Wishing you lots of luck! Hang in there.

[Liberty Belle]

41. That's tough. Maybe something you could do from home - writing, jewelry making,

etc. I wonder if there are online companies offering remote jobs; there probably are.

What line of work were you in, or have you done?

[Bayard]

30. Serendipity

Maybe this will keep you from getting the virus (looking on the bright side). Can you look for positions where you can work from home, or telecommute? What is your skill set?

[OhNo-Really]

31. I'm so sorry.

No words... ✨✨💕✨✨

[CentralMass]

32. That stinks. I hope things improve for you quickly.

[barbtries]

33. I'm sorry.

I have a contract position currently working from home, but I can imagine the possibility of this epidemic sinking the entire project. It will involve air travel as well, not a lot, but we'll just have to see how it goes. I'm glad you've planned well and hope you find another position quickly.

[captain queeg]

34. I hope this is a short term thing for you

Not to be a downer but I think this will be common soon. So many places are being told to work from home. Nowadays many jobs suit that but many don’t unfortunately.

[Karadeniz]

35. Is it too late to sign up for Yang's $1000/mo? Sending new job thoughts your way, but the job

Market is bound to be tightening up. This virus stinks!❤

[ET Awful]

36. As someone who got laid off last week for completely unrelated reasons, you have my sympathies.

Fortunately, although I don't have any large amount of savings or anything, I did get a small severance, so at least I have a little cushion while I look for something else.

Best of luck to you!

[Demovictory9]

37. Thats awful

[flotsam]

39. I got nothing

I couldn't just pass by. I hope you make out OK, which I kinda hope for all of us.

[MustLoveBeagles]

40. I'm sorry to hear that

Wishing you luck on finding another one soon.

[Niagara]

42. I'm sorry, IrishEyes

You're probably not the first or last person that this happened or is going to happen to during this uncertain time.


I'm not sure of what your work related skill sets are. Let your friends and family know that you're looking for safe and reliable employment. Reach out to networking and social media pages. Check out Indeed. com, SimplyHired.com and or Monster.com for your area.


This side hustle link just happened to pop up on my feed https://www.msn.com/en-us/money/careers/27-most-lucrative-side-hustles-for-people-over-50/ss-AAITgBs?li=BBnb7Kz#image=. Perhaps there might be some ideas for you to consider.


Hang in there and good luck.

[smirkymonkey]

44. I'm so sorry, Irish Eyes.

I know how hard that can be. I have been in that position a few times before and I always thought it was the end of the world, but I always managed to survive somehow. I know that doesn't make it easier, but you will survive and things will get better. Just have faith that you were meant for better things. I wish you all the best!

[HockeyMom]

45. Everyone does not work in an office

who can telecommute from home. I am a retired Hourly Special Ed TA. If the schools were shut down, the Salaried Teachers would be paid, but the rest of the school staff would not; Aides, Cafeteria. Janitors. No work, no pay.

DIL works in Retail Cosmetics applying makeup on women. Her sister works in a Salon cutting hair. Both Hourly employees working with the general public. If stores and salons shut their doors, they will be out of work, and out of money.

So how will all these people pay their bills and put food on the table if everything in the US is shut down like Italy is doing?

[Initech]

48. This fucking virus is destroying everything in its' path.

[NellieStarbuck]

49. Good luck to you.

[MLAA]

50. Best of luck Irisheyes!

Rest up, stay healthy and jump back in when you are ready! With your strength and attitude something good is in store for you!

[yonder]

52. Well, that sucks. Sorry. Here's an Irish tune or three to commiserate for your job loss,

celebrate your username plus the upcoming holiday and finally just to hopefully cheer you up. It sounds like you are a professional and whether your future brings more of that, work in the trades or something entirely different, I wish you luck.

The first tune is a gorgeous air played by the late Martin Fay called The Coombe. It's followed by an unknown march and finally a set dance (sounds like a hornpipe to me), known as The Job of Journeywork which is the name The Chieftains gave for the entire set. Of the three, I probably like the air the best. Not that Irish tune titles have much to do with the melody, journeywork probably refers to work as a tradesperson.

[IrishEyes]

53. Thank you for the beautiful music.

[NoPasaran]

54. Oh man that sucks!

Hope something new and better turns up for you.

[badhair77]

55. Irish Eyes, I'm so sorry this happened.

My husband experienced several layoffs so I know how hard it is. It looks like you have a good attitude despite the bad news and that will serve you well. I’m rooting for better things for you.

[Demsrule86]

57. So sorry.