Here we go again...

[TheVBs]

DH was just laid off again today. I feel like I can't breathe. Only 2 years with this company, so no severance package like we had last time. Just praying he finds something else as quickly as he did last time or we will be in very serious trouble.

[faline]

I'm sorry. The good news is that the economy is better than it was a couple of years ago so, hopefully, he will quickly find another position.

I know it's hard to think straight when you've taken an emotional hit but there are some practical steps you can take. When my husband was last out of work, we adopted a fairly strict policy of not buying anything that was not absolutely critically needed. In order to have some fun things to do, I kept an eye out for free (or nearly free things to do). One weekend, we visited a nearby museum that does not charge admission - that sort of thing. Go over your critical expenditures. Is there anything you can cut back on? Can you reduce your cable bill by taking out some "extras"? Same with your phone service etc.

Getting the word out that a position is needed is critical. Your husband should begin networking. Tell you neighbors; friends; everyone what sort of position your husband is looking for and ask they keep you in mind if they hear of anything. File for unemployment compensation right away. While you likely never need to go to the unemployment office since most claims are now handled on-line or via telephone, it still makes sense to visit your unemployment office. Many states provide additional services to those who are looking for work in terms of assistance with resume writing; job fairs etc. Does your husband's employer offer outplacement services? If so, he should definitely take advantage of that.

Good luck and I hope all goes well!!

[VWL Mom]

I'm sorry you have to go through this again. Keeping your family in my thoughts that things turn around quickly for you.

[SBETigg]

So sorry! Linda offered some sound advice, and I hope the right position is out there for him.

[Tiggerlovr9000]

[QUOTE=TheVBs;2443700]DH was just laid off again today. I feel like I can't breathe. Only 2 years with this company, so no severance package like we had last time. Just praying he finds something else as quickly as he did last time or we will be in very serious trouble.[/

So sorry to hear this. My dh got fired last Dec. right before Christmas. He had been at the company 10 yrs. The company changed what he had to do and physically he wasn't able to do it. Just want to say it definitely helps to tell everyone. A job contact can happen in the most unlikely places. I work at a bowling alley. Talking to one of the patrons about his new job ended in him giving my husbands resume to his boss. Now my dh is a machinist again and very happy. He works mon thru fri and all holidays off. It hasn't been that way in years. I really think things happen for a reason. Sending lots of pixie dust your way.

[TheVBs]

Thanks so much for all of the support and wonderful advice! Faline, your post helped us make a list and we hopped on that stuff first thing this morning. I've been networking like crazy.

By the way, if anyone knows of an open IT/Operations Manager position in Southeast Michigan, we would greatly appreciate it if you would drop me a note! I would post a link to his LinkedIn page, but I think that would be against the rules. I can always send it in a private message though, if anyone wants it to pass along.

I'm just trying not to panic and visualizing massive amounts of pixie dust being sprinkled over us.

[disney obsessed]

I'm so sorry. Sending lots of pixie dust!!!

They probably hire IT at disney world....
(Could be a way to turn it into a positive)

[stephicakes]

TONS of pixie dust heading your way VBs!! Sorry you are going through this again. Our thoughts and prayers for you & your family! One day at a time...

[TheVBs]

Thank you so much! We're trying to stay calm, positive and proactive. We spent all of yesterday networking, updating his resume, LinkedIn page and other sites. He's got an interview on Monday! I'm desperately hoping this will turn into a positive change like the last time. It was a wonderful company, but the commute took 1 1/2 - 2 hours each way.

All of our monthly bills have pretty much already been beaten down to bare bones, although we could probably look into refinancing the mortgage. For years I collected vintage mermaids and other vintage figurines, I'm going to start listing those on eBay.

And, I've decided to dust off my resume!

Just keep swimming!