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post Aug 17 2012, 05:57 PM
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After all these years of 3D designing and drafting, My position was eliminated this morning. It was a mandatory 10% cut off the top which was demanded by the parent company (Them darn Canucks!). This has actually dragged on for a year. Not knowing if I was going to be employed from one day to the next was stressful, Even though I knew for the last week that this cut was coming. Still kind of surprised in a way. But Its over now so on to a new beginning right?

I want to stay here in Southern Oregon but If I have to re-locate I will. Wish me luck.

McMark (Mark) I won't be dropping off the Teener to you next week. Give me a call, You should have my number.


The "World" has been one of a few constants for the last few years which has been good for me and my soul. Thank you for the site and for the frienship.

Now it's time for me to start networking and finding a job. I guess this means less time here on the site and more time in the real world. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/confused24.gif) See you all soon, I won't be away for too long I hope.

CHEERS! (IMG:style_emoticons/default/beer.gif)
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post Aug 17 2012, 06:04 PM
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Good luck and best wishes during your re jobbing. May I recommend large quatities of alcohol this evening. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/beerchug.gif)
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post Aug 17 2012, 06:04 PM
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Good luck! I've been through it twice so far, sucked both times. The second time, I had my s**t in order much more quickly and found a new job pretty quickly.

They just folded up my part of my employer yesterday. Thankfully they didn't decide to just lay everyone off (as they've done with other parts of the company in the past). But some time soon, they'll tell us what we're actually supposed to do from here on out.

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post Aug 17 2012, 06:13 PM
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Good luck and best wishes during your re jobbing. May I recommend large quatities of alcohol this evening. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/beerchug.gif)



Oh yeah. I will hang out with E-L-L-I-O-T tonight!

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post Aug 17 2012, 06:15 PM
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Take a few weeks off to think, relax and recharge. Then get busy looking...

You'll be great with some decompression time 1st...
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post Aug 17 2012, 06:18 PM
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Drew,

I've been there myself.

Do not hit the panic button, don't take the first thing that comes around, don't sell yourself short.

Get the unemployment checks going, take a couple of months off, polish up the resume.

A quality guy like yourself will bounce back fast.

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post Aug 17 2012, 06:23 PM
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You know, I have been working full time since I was 18 years old (1988). Never once took unemployment, in those 24 years. I think I will see what life has to throw at me after a few weeks of rest and relaxation if my wife will allow it! I doubt it but I will give it a shot.

I may think about changing my profession, Does anyone know how going to school for a auto mechanic or whatever its called these days is? Maybe for Porsche or VW?
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post Aug 17 2012, 06:24 PM
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Good luck,

Riding a company down is no fun. I worked for one that felt there was always 15% fat, and got nailed in the 10th round of layoffs. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/blink.gif)

Take a week or two off, and get your paper out. Make it a full time 40 hour a week job. The market stinks, and the average time without is at least 6 months.
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post Aug 17 2012, 06:24 PM
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Very sorry to hear this. As I have stated in the past, I am a firm believer in the old "everything happens for a reason" cliche. Hopefully, this means a better job is what you are destined for. Hang in there and keep the chin up!
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post Aug 17 2012, 06:26 PM
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QUOTE(76-914 @ Aug 17 2012, 05:04 PM) *

Good luck and best wishes during your re jobbing. May I recommend large quatities of alcohol this evening. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/beerchug.gif)



Oh yeah. I will hang out with E-L-L-I-O-T tonight!

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post Aug 17 2012, 06:29 PM
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Thanks guys! Like I said this place is good for my soul!
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post Aug 17 2012, 06:37 PM
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You know, I have been working full time since I was 18 years old (1988). Never once took unemployment, in those 24 years. I think I will see what life has to throw at me after a few weeks of rest and relaxation if my wife will allow it! I doubt it but I will give it a shot.

I may think about changing my profession, Does anyone know how going to school for a auto mechanic or whatever its called these days is? Maybe for Porsche or VW?



Don't be proud about the unemployment. It's INSURANCE.

You've paid into this fund for twentyfour years and haven't taken a dime.

Get online and get it going., let them buy you tonights (IMG:style_emoticons/default/beer3.gif)
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post Aug 17 2012, 08:02 PM
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Sorry to hear that. Good luck with a new job, whatever field it is in. JoeO
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post Aug 17 2012, 08:15 PM
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(IMG:style_emoticons/default/drunk.gif) Yup I'm in the same sinking ship and get to fire myself next year or two. My dad told me long time ago "you were looking for a job when you found this one" and it is insurance not a hand out!
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post Aug 17 2012, 08:30 PM
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Keep your chin up Drew! You'll find something but stressing to much about it won't help. The right thing will pop for you before you know. Until then enjoy that unemployement insurance (IMG:style_emoticons/default/beer.gif)

If I can be of any help let me know.
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post Aug 17 2012, 08:31 PM
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The feeling truly sucks. been there 3Xs before and am facing a 4th with a company I have been with for 15 years.

You will get past it and back on your feet. You willingness to travel will save you. Seems to be a lot of work in the Seattle area, but can't say about your specialy. Best of luck brother.
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post Aug 17 2012, 09:36 PM
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Hey Man, Take whatever benefits you can get, and do not feel bad. Its money to finance the creation of whatever it is you want to do.

Take some time navel gazing and thinking about what you can do with your skills. Really consider striking out as an independent. Think about building your on biz, and not having your future controlled by anyone but you. Big talk I know. Been working on doing just that for a year now, got a few more months before any significant money flows. Scary stuff, but it shifts your frame of mind for sure.

Best of luck.
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post Aug 17 2012, 10:00 PM
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I feel your pain. I was laid off just over a year ago. Stay focused and you will find something better. I did. Good luck!
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post Aug 17 2012, 10:09 PM
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Just spent 7 months unemployed myself. Be methodical and hit all the bases - don't talk yourself out of contacting someone. Even if they're not hiring they may know someone who is looking.

3D Design and drafting, huh? Depending upon the market that can be a good area to work for yourself. Lots of guys out there have some work but not enough reliable work to need a full-time employee. Ever do any architectural drafting? (IMG:style_emoticons/default/smile.gif)
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post Aug 17 2012, 11:32 PM
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I was technically a Mechanical Designer / Drafter when I transferred from the Engineering department to the Marketing and sales department. To facilitate them with Architectural Technical documents and 3D STEP files to be rendered for the website and catalogs. The thing that really pisses me off is there is enough work fulltime for 6 people for atleast the next three years, then down to 3 people for maintenance but it's all about perception for potential investors in this downturn economy. Business 101 I guess!

I'm not bitter, It's their money and business is business. It's just a shame.
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