Who here has been fired? How did you bounce back?

6 months pregnant and just laid off. And 40% of my severance was just taken in taxes .. I just spoke with paid family leave and I no longer qualify even though I had been paying into the program (thanks NY).. I already applied for unemployment but doctors are telling me I’ve got 10-14 weeks left in this pregnancy.. so stressed having twins and being unemployed, no maternity leave, no paychecks coming in, and I’ve been applying but not a single interview.. just ugh. 😭

What are the weirdest reasons you have heard for people being laid-off? I have heard someone getting laid off because they missed submitting their time-sheets for 3 times in a year.

Do senior managers have an employment contract? what is the weeks of pay for separations (severance pay)?

Let's have a productive conversation about the Google employee who was just fired for his controversial diversity memo

Morning! Being laid off sux, I been down this road 5x in my career it never bets easier.

Dust off contacts and make your rounds
* if you’re in a good position to take time off do some, seems we all need a mental break anyway

Hi, I am interviewing netcracker. EOY 10 years in UI development. HR is saying I will have to again give managerial technical round even though I had completed 2 tech round followed by HR round. Can anyone spread light in below areas
1. How's the WLB ?
2. How's the Job security - I have seen many reviews about frequent layoff
3. Is there really quarterly appraisal and hike ?

Hi Fishes, I've 5.7 YOE in digital marketing and i have an offer from PS for Senior Media Analyst Role in Digital Marketing Domain. After seeing all the layoff post i'm getting scared. It would be helpful if you could please let me know if anyone if fired from Digital Marketing Domain.

DOJ is Oct 31st, i dont have more time. Please comment if you know anyone from Digital Marketing.

Thoughts on wolf of wall street Hamptons party PM getting fired from Moore capital?

Howdy…I need a sanity check! As part of my previous role, I reported security non-compliance and gross security misrepresentations. For my valiant efforts I was laid off (despite being a protected whistleblower) and my reports were buried. Everything I did was in line with my responsibilities. I was extremely concerned that systems housing personal credit data on all US consumers were not adequately protected. I essentially risked my job to protect data and I’m not sure if it mattered.

Have a big interview tomorrow. The question I dread the most is about why you’re looking for a new job. The honest answer is that there isn’t enough work to go around at my agency and I want to get ahead of the inevitable layoffs. What’s the best way to tell them this? Do I just make something else up entirely?

Hi I got a 4 rating this year, in 2 parameters and in one parameter 3. Any danger of a potential layoff. Am a business analyst as societe Generalle GSC Bangalore

The week of my wedding, my husband (PL SQL Developer 4 yoe) was laid off. That was a couple of weeks ago. Luckily I'm still bringing money in as a software engineer, but I'm looking for advice on how to support a partner who has been laid off. Ultimately I think we will be ok, but I know he's hurting / stressed / and could use a supportive partner.

I know agencies across the board did some layoffs right before the holidays, but when do we think hiring will pick up again? Getting to a point where I feel like I need to start thinking about a change.

Interested in a San Francisco/Bay Area networking/support group for consultants that have been laid off?
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Are more massive layoffs coming? What industries (in-house/ecomm) are safest right now or during a recession?

How long can you go without having anything to do before you get laid off?

Hi, received an offer from another Big4 in Amsterdam (currently working in Eastern Europe), but relocating, I’m concerned about potential layoffs in the coming period being the last to join the team.

Not sure why the execs keep their jobs and layoff production. Do we need all top-level operation staff when there isn’t much left to operate? I have ahead time seeing C-suite doin any production work

MId 40's Attractive Divorced Male here 6'1" in Nor Cal. Any attractive female fishes here for casual dating

How does one tell their boss (owner of the company) that you are burnt out? The sheer volume of work is exhausting and I haven’t taken a true vacation as we are a small company so if something urgent comes to my email I feel like I must respond. I was given an additional title and more responsibilities last year as well but only a 3% raise for it.

I’m feeling stagnant in my career and looking for ways to grow. I was considering obtaining a PMP certification and wondering how impactful this is. Is this certification well recognized?

How much of the work that gets entered/wins at Cannes is real? Seeing criticism of fake work – but doesn’t this happen every year from a whole ton of agencies?

Best deal toy / tombstone ever?

Is there anyone who can discuss the current development trend of the world economy? I am very willing to learn and share what I know.

D🐠- Is there anything related to Nintendo Switch (accessories/games) that I can expense with Well being subsidy?

Interviewing for a few Snr Salesforce admin roles in Seattle region, what’s the expected TC?

Who is a PM here? What product/area are you focused on?

Welcome to UK Tech!

This is a place to talk a out and discuss all things tech in the UK.

Whether you've got a question about salaries in Manchester or maybe you're looking for CV advice for your first dev role, or you might just want to blow off some steam. This is the place to do it!

Let's talk money 💰

Why are there glass ceilings on salaries in NL?

Considering that cost of living has gone up significantly here, doesn't the market need some adjustment?

Is salary just a function of years of seniority?

I do understand the case of better WLB and social benefits than the US. Hence not a direct comparison.

Anyone who understands the market willing to share their take?

Thanks!

Is a bad relationship still worse than no relationship when you are working 100 hours a week?

I work at a medical device manufacturing plant as a training coordinator, I have a military background and a degree and am trying to advance but am feeling stuck. I am a literal jack of all trades, and am trying to get out of the hourly life, I’m working an average of 100 hour weeks and have been for at least the last 6 months.

Cognizant Senior Associate or Sunlife Financials same fixed CTC but 2 lac variable more in Sunlife . 10 YOE looking for job security and WLF.
Will project be allocated in CTS when I join and what is role of Senior Associate projects.

Whenever I see a dog I smile

Almost said the wrong name in bed yesterday; caught it right at the moment - the low-key panic I felt damn 😳

Raymond James Independents, how do you like it? Are you using RJ models or creating your own? If you left Edward Jones, what’s different?What is better and what is worse? Loaded question, thanks.

What’s a topic you know a surprising amount about?

I have a new prospect. Small business owner that wants to start a 401k for himself and his employees. Who would be the top 2-3 organizations I contact, and what questions should I ask the providers?

What are some of your “schooling the client” moments?

Anyone knows about the base for chase PCA?

Any idea how hard the APMA designation is to get?

Has anyone used Smart Asset for lead generation?

Client had a privately held REIT in IRA. Trying to transfer to IRA I manage to diversify. I need some help. Continued...

Need tips & encouragement for how you have gotten out of a slump in the past. I am 3.5 yrs in and have seen my practice growing (some quarters better than others ), but Q219 has been really tough.

Can some of you experienced folk recommend some good books for rookies? What are your favorites for investment strategies, marketing, selling, etc.?

Anyone here ON FISHBOWL willing to be my virtual mentor? I’m 3 years in and have not found one—the two that I did approach at my firm just want me to cold call for them and two outside my firm that I

CFP study programs:

I'm a little confused on Danko - does he offer a self-study option for the coursework requirement? On his website it looks like each module has a 4-day virtual class which I wouldn't be able to attend due to working full time. Does this program also include self-study material, and the classes are just supplementary/optional? I was also looking at Dalton for self-study and Danko for test prep. Thoughts?

TIA

Anyone affiliated with Kestra? Thoughts? Experiences?

What are some phrases you commonly use to sound more intelligent?

Looking for good book recommendations for my Kindle. No genre specially open to anything!

What do you or your firm do to provide first class service?

Anyone else ever had ptsd from an awful work experience? I'm starting at a new firm but can't seem to shake the negative feelings from my previous one

IAR with 85K in revenue first year in the industry selling proprietary products, no minimum requirements. Thinking of moving to a botique firm that has a wider range of products and open architecture

I’ve got my first CFP course exam on Monday. I’m going through the American College HS300. Any advice or tips? I feel good overall, but still nervous. Thank you.

Have a presentation in front of a large group tomorrow and it's giving me anxiety. Will taking a Xanax help?