Grrrr!

[Lostinoz]

Ok, I need to rant here a little bit guys!

The good news is that I still have a job (I keep repeating to myself)

The bad news is that I am having to take a 25% pay reduction PLUS take on the extra work of those who no longer have a job. :mad: I still have a job, though.

So, ok, that is my rant.

For those who do not know, I am in the healthcare/insurance industry. I am also fortunate that I am able to work from home the majority of time. I will focus on the positive. :)

[Brosia]

oh, that sucks!!! I'm sorry.

[pathfinder3081]

That is bad, we were talking in my office today about; "would we take a cut if it meant some us would not loose our job?".
We see strange people in and out of meetings and quite conversations in my office these days as well.

[teach]

Very sorry this happened, but you are a survivor.

[cwconnertx]

that sucks.

And then they wonder why there is no worker loyalty, why people slack.

there are studies that suggest pay cuts are much worse for productivity than layoffs.

[Lostinoz]

Thanks for your support everyone! I do appreciate it! :)

Found out today that we no longer get the 1 week paid vacation either. LOL

Actually, this does not bother me that much even though it probably should. I confess to everyone here..I am a work-a-holic.. There, I feel much better now. :D

[BARRACUDABILLY]

Sorry to hear about your pay cut OZ, They have put us on a program called "work load imbalance" in a nut shell it means we are told when to report to work and can get anywhere from zero to 32 hours a week. We are no different that the day workers at Home Depot now BUT here is the kicker the past two jobs we got they sent to India and to Mexico....I feel you pain.

I HAVE BEEN BETRAYED BY MY COMPANY (30 YEARS HERE!) AND MY COUNTRY

BUT WE WILL SURIVE! A NEW AMREICA IS COMING

Hang in there WE are all in this mess togather. I for one have really been reading labels I will do without if it comes from China, Mexico, or India.
That means no trips to walmart, but I am willing to do my part and do without.

[Lostinoz]

Sorry to hear about your pay cut OZ, They have put us on a program called "work load imbalance" in a nut shell it means we are told when to report to work and can get anywhere from zero to 32 hours a week. We are no different that the day workers at Home Depot now BUT here is the kicker the past two jobs we got they sent to India and to Mexico....I feel you pain.

I HAVE BEEN BETRAYED BY MY COMPANY (30 YEARS HERE!) AND MY COUNTRY

BUT WE WILL SURIVE! A NEW AMREICA IS COMING

Hang in there WE are all in this mess togather. I for one have really been reading labels I will do without if it comes from China, Mexico, or India.
That means no trips to walmart, but I am willing to do my part and do without.

Oh {{{Billy}}} I am very sorry about your work situation as well. :(

I have been with this particular company for only 5 years now. I do feel as though it is a kick in the teeth, but yeah, we will survive this mess.

Back last year I decided to start searching out more home crafters (for gifts mostly) and supporting more small business owners in my area, rather than the big box stores.

That said, I DO redeem coupons at the big box stores and drug stores in my area because I usually get the items for free after coupon and this helps with our preps.

[Moira]

Best of luck to you. Keeping a positive attitude helps.
I'd hate to be among the unemployed, that would really be
bad.

[barkingowl]

Take stock of the skills that you have as well & see what you can barter.

[Rudyj]

your paycut

Im very sorry to hear about your job situation.In 2001 I was in the airline business I hated my job but was making 19 dollars a hour with a high school diploma. I used to call my employer the great satan . After 911 my pay was cut to 13.75 an hour and I have a wife and three kids.long story short it motivated me to change careers and the good lord blessed me with a opportunity to learn on the job. 8 years later Im making more than I ever did at the airline and I have a trade. My motto is knowledge is power! maybe you love your job and can still pay the bills on what your earning , if thats the case then hang in there.but if you are unhappy dont be afraid to try other things . I cleaned houses sold cars and refinished furniture before i found my nich. I still run into people who are still out at the airport making less money and even more miserable.buy the way it was during this time when I started looking at our country and wondering where it was going and the sad thing is now Im pretty sure I know. thanks for letting me share my story . Rudyj

[Lostinoz]

Im very sorry to hear about your job situation.In 2001 I was in the airline business I hated my job but was making 19 dollars a hour with a high school diploma. I used to call my employer the great satan . After 911 my pay was cut to 13.75 an hour and I have a wife and three kids.long story short it motivated me to change careers and the good lord blessed me with a opportunity to learn on the job. 8 years later Im making more than I ever did at the airline and I have a trade. My motto is knowledge is power! maybe you love your job and can still pay the bills on what your earning , if thats the case then hang in there.but if you are unhappy dont be afraid to try other things . I cleaned houses sold cars and refinished furniture before i found my nich. I still run into people who are still out at the airport making less money and even more miserable.buy the way it was during this time when I started looking at our country and wondering where it was going and the sad thing is now Im pretty sure I know. thanks for letting me share my story . Rudyj

Thank YOU, for sharing your story! Oh, I have irons in many fires. Like I said, I am a work-a-holic and am constantly doing something, be it making soap, candles, cleaning houses, and this time of year tax returns, etc. I have to always be busy.

I really do like my current "main" job as it has allowed me to be at home with my kids, though my babies are all almost grown now. :(

So far, my husband's job is still as busy as ever and for that I am very grateful.

Now if it comes down to me having to pay them for the opportunity to work, I will draw the line there! :D