Someone I know recently lost their job, and it really got me thinking…
What would I do if that happened to me? Honestly, I don’t know. Times are tough, and it’s scary to think about 😟
I really need to start building a cushion 💰— just in case.

like
Posting as :
works at
You are currently posting as works at

I have been thinking about this lately as well because one of my really good friends was laid off. The job market is awful right now and it is a terrible time to be looking for a new job. I need to do the same thing as you and build a cushion. I need to be better about saving.

like

It's so tough now with the cost of living to actually start saving up. I earnings 10 years ago would be considered "middle class" but in reality I'm living paycheque to paycheque.

like

Your concerns are completely valid considering how unstable things have been feeling. I had a close friend get laid off recently and that shook me, too. But you can't live in fear. I do my best to build a cushion, but with the cost of living, I've been unable to, so I'm just being wiser about my spending.

like

I'm becoming best friends with couponing!

like

I too have been thinking about what to do. I am SO majorly unhappy with my current place of employment. 10 years with local county government, I am vested. Considering giving my 30 days' notice and relocating to be closer to family and one love. The only think I think I am looking to collect from them is retirement next year. NO! I canNOT wait til next year and just leave. I want OUT! Seems ungrateful hunh? Knowing God has blessed me with this job way back in 2015 is conflicting for me, but I have had enough. I don't know that I would NEVER EVER want to work for a local county facility in any state ever again after this experience. TBH I don't know what to do...😥😥😥😥😢

DO NOT WALK AWAY FROM A PENSION THAT YOU WOULD GETIN AYEAR. That is a decision that would haunt you the rest of your life.

Act like nothing has changed. Do look for your next opportunity but keep your pension!

Related Posts

WOAH there’s a gaming bowl, super hype

Anyone here play apex? Thoughts on the latest season?

like

First year review: I have to become a better legal writer/ writer in general. Writing was never a strong suit and this has to change.

Please drop book recommendations!!

Thoughts on: 1) the winning brief; 2) point made; 3) legal writing in plain English

like

Associate producer salary at MAL?

like
like

Whats the bench period in Hashedin by deloitte , after how many days we usually get allocated to projects? How about client interviews? #HashedIn

like

Hello I have 10 years of java development experience. I have couple of offers. 1. Optum 2. JP Morgan Package is almost same. I am in big confusion in choosing any one. Please guide me with respect of WLB Salary grouth yearly Tech stack Work from home Optum JPMorgan Chase

like

Weller face-off tonight 😍

Post Photo
like

What are everyone's thoughts on executive MBA vs. traditional MBA? I'm currently pursuing a traditional MBA but sometimes I wonder what could've been 😅

like

Books or websites to learn more about social media strategy, community management, and smart decision making for social?

like
like

If you’re apply from a big 4 to another for the same job you do, how do you explain to recruiters why you want to be there? It’s basically the same place…

like

What is a typical AVP salary + bonus structure at CitiGroup? In Mississauga, Ontario.

like

Ready to do my first back door Roth. I have already filed my 2021 taxes. Can i still do a back door Roth for 2021 if I do it before April 18? Or will it only count to 2022 now?

What time of year does everyone do their contributions/conversions?

like

Amazon Web Services Can anyone tell about AWS. I have done MBA in marketing and operations, working as PMO support role.
Is it good to learn AWS for a career change?Amazon Web Services Amazon Google Tech Mahindra Tata Consultancy
#adviceneeded #ITEmployeesIBM

like

How much do overnight security/night auditor at hotels make in Atlanta?

Left IBD to quickly - VP1 opps?

Long story short - was lured into an opportunity to do BD for a large PE PortCo… better work/life balance, but honestly miss the deal cycle.

Anyone know of open VP1 opps right now?

Quick background - former MM banker (think Raymond James, Piper Sandler size) doing FinTech and Asset Management within FIG, but also open to other sectors.

Thanks!

like

Hi
Does LTI enforce bond for 2 years ? When I read the offer letter I can see some statement related to bond .
Can anyone clarify ?

like
like

Thoughts on fooda?

like

Additional Posts in Government

Anyone go from a congressional or govt affairs background to an MBA program?

like

Hey guys… I’m a case worker in child safety and I’m someone who loves being outdoors/dies at a desk all day. I’m hoping to organise that at least once a week I can go to a cafe and catch up on all my case notes that need to go into the system.
So far the only reason I’ve been told no is that “if you do then everyone will want to and then no one will be in the office” … how can I convince them that I work better out of the office and get this freedom & mental break for myself?

like

Hey, everyone! Hoping someone may have a lead for a free online database for training approvals and registrations? It doesn’t need to be fancy! I’m in a new role in the public sector and am trying to move them out of Outlook and Excel messiness for training registrations. I’m just looking to streamline and centralize the process. (We don’t have SharePoint or any centralized database.) Thanks in advance!

like

Recently completed my MPA and work for a state economic development agency as an analyst. I applied for a public sector consultant position within Baker Tilly; can anyone provide any insight on the job specification, salary, etc?

like

Hoping to get in touch with #Peraton recruiter! I have about 9 months left in Air Force where I work in cyber defense and vulnerability management, have a BA in cybersecurity, sitting for CISSP and have lots of certs. Would love to chat with someone about opportunities. Hold a clearance and could technically start in 7 months. Any help is appreciated!! Thank you.

like

Anyone have any insight into the federal program management position at KPMG?

like

How much % raise in base salary would you accept in an offer to move from Gov to private?

like

I’m new here. Can I please get some likes 😩

likefunny

I'd love an opportunity to work for the federal government in contracting or procurement but have found it difficult to get selected for an interview. What's the catch?

like

@Vialto Partners is any working for Vialto London? How are you enjoying it so far looking to move there but not sure.

like

Hi, I’m new on here and don’t have access to certain bowls. Does anyone know how I can gain access to some of these?

like

Currently looking for production planning role remote or hybrid.will be moving to Fort Worth Texas next spring!

DOT VIRTUAL CAREER FAIR

Post Photo
like

Looking for information on strategic planning. Looking for possible change but want to hear from current folks. Thoughts, ideas, pitfalls…

like

Any government or gov contracting positions in the public health space anyone can recommend? Any direct hire positions if gov? Looking to make $115-125k.

likehelpful

What agencies are hiring financial analyst

like

Has anyone ever successful negotiated there salary with the federal government. I have tried twice and both times was cited a HR policy saying my specific circumstance did not allow negotiation. Just wondering if it’s even possible

like

Is it really that difficult to get hired for a federal job? I was interviewed for a GS12 job but never heard back, they still didn’t hire anyone and I didn’t get a rejection. I applied for another GS07 job, was accepted, I took it, but I believe I can do better. I have a master’s and have extra graduate research experience. I am still applying to new jobs but I was told it is impossible to move up the grade level now. Everyone is telling me to stick with the government. What are your thoughts?

likehelpfulupliftingsmart

If you're a government HR strategy, I/O psych, talent management, organizational design/development professional or consultant, we need you!

Have you heard of OPM's team of strategic HR consultants? Within OPM Human Resources Solutions' HR strategy, there are strategic consultants who operate on a reimbursable basis, similar to a private sector consulting agency.

We have current, developing, and future vacancies for human capital strategists and consultants at the GS-12/13/14/15 levels!

like

New to Fishbowl?

Download the Fishbowl app to
unlock all discussions on Fishbowl.
That was just a preview…
Sign Up to see all discussions
  • Discover what it’s like to work at companies from real professionals
  • Get candid advice from people in your field in a safe space
  • Chat and network with other professionals in your field
Sign up in seconds to unlock all discussions on Fishbowl.

Already a user?
Login here

Share

Embed this post

Copy and paste embed code on your site

Preview

Download the
Fishbowl app

See what’s happening in your industry
from the palm of your hand.

A phone with Fishbowl app

Scan your QR code to download
Fishbowl app on your mobile

Download app

Sign up for free to view this conversation on Fishbowl

By continuing you agree to Terms of Use and Privacy Policy

Already have an account? Log in

Sign up for free to continue using Fishbowl

By continuing you agree to Terms of Use(New) and Privacy Policy(New)
Messaging rates may apply

Already have an account? Log in

For account settings, visit Fishbowl on Desktop Browser or

General

Legal