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Old 06-19-2020, 12:10 PM
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Well, after +40 yrs with the same company via mergers and acquisitions, the effects of COVID19/oil price collapse, I finally became a casualty. I beat the previous 30 attempts, #31 got me yesterday. I will wait for the economy to improve before I try to find something to keep me busy and insured. The sun still rose today, so all is not bad. I am not ready to retire.
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Old 06-19-2020, 01:01 PM
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Very sorry to hear this...I hope you find other employment soon. 40 years of experience should count for something.
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Old 06-19-2020, 01:02 PM
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Sorry to hear. But when one door closes another one opens up. I like to think about a different phase of life - retirement is a loaded term. I quit my soul-sucking corporate job four years ago and never looked back. I now consult for a number of different companies and I love what I do.

You’ll find something more engaging and rewarding. Good luck with the hunt!

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Old 06-19-2020, 04:43 PM
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Sorry. Wishing you the best in finding what's the right fit for you and your situation.
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Old 06-19-2020, 06:36 PM
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That sucks but, as Tom said, when one door closes another opens.

Best of luck with your job search!
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Sorry to hear that Kevin, good luck with whatever you decide is the next stage.
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Thanks guys for the words of encouragement. For several reasons this was probably the best outcome for me at this particular time. Believe it or not, I think I would like to teach/mentor young minds.
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I am hoping that your period of "inactivity" will be short, and that you will indeed see this as an opportunity rather than a setback in the bigger picture; may it be an inconvenience, not a calamity. I have prayed for you as well.
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