I LOST MY JOB 3 WEEKS AFTER MATERNITY LEAVE // What Happened & How I'm Doing...
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I know another great opportunity is right around the corner for you, Sophie. You have an incredible attitude and work ethic. You'll continue to thrive in whatever you choose to pursue next. 🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽💗
Thank you so much!
I’m sorry that happened to you. You handled everything so well. I lost my job last July and am still having trouble finding a job. I’m a couple years away from retirement so it’s even harder.
I'm going through this right now, my last day is tomorrow. The company I'm at is a startup, went through several layoffs, and then we were acquired 6 weeks ago. It's been a wild ride, but looking forward to the next adventure. Stay home with your kiddos while you can. I wish I could go back and have been home more with my daughter, but I was stuck working inflexible jobs. Enjoy your time at home!
I’m so sorry to hear you’re going through something similar. Start ups can be so unpredictable! I hope you’re able to find another opportunity that ends up being a good fit for you too!
Sophie, Well, I was partly right. That's sad. My Hubby just lost his job last month, too, from his company, letting his whole department go. 2 days afterward, 2 of his former bosses contacted him & wanted to hire him. He's been going through all the mounds of paperwork to start working for them. Sometimes, I think you have to be kicked out to pursue a new opportunity. Good luck. 😊
So wonderful that they contacted him right after and wanted to hire him! I’m so with you, there may be a silver lining
Thank you for sharing. This is the age you should enjoy your children they grow so fast.
If possible be a stay a home mom for at least 4 years. Once Owen starts school and Henry TK. You can revisit going back.
You can make it through by saving the daycare fees. And your TH-cam channel.
I’m a grandma still working. Lately seems grandchildren have been needing more care. Either sick or school closed certain days. While their parents have to work too.
I wish I could retire.
God bless and guide you.
Blessings
Thank you for the sweet and thoughtful comment. It’s so true that this time goes by so fast and staying home would be such a privilege! You’re also right that it seems like often one kid is sent home or there is a closure or something that we have to juggle!
My mom was laid off years ago after she had my little brother. Like most moms, she wanted more time at home with her newborn. So as it turns out, when my mom was laid off, she got the year that she wanted with my brother with severance pay. My mom’s layoff worked in her favor. I hope the same for you.
Thank you so much, it helps to hear that story how she was in a similar situation!
I went part time after I had my son and it was the best decision I ever made. My son is in daycare full time, but those extra 10 hours/week (not on the weekend!) for cleaning or grocery shopping is invaluable.
Oh I’m sure!! There is so much to take care of around the house and relating to kids it’s impossible to fit it in on the weekends, and then you can focus on the kids on the weekends!
I see you as an educator. You would be fantastic in a college setting. Thanks for sharing your story.
So interesting you say that, I LOVE to teach and could see myself having a lot of fun doing that .
In 5 years, you can always go back to work.
You will never be able to go back to raising your kids when they were babies. NEVER!!
When you are on your death bed are you going to say to yourself,
" Gee, I wish I had spent those precious years with my babies"
or
"I'm so glad I shuffled them off to daycare every day so I could work"
Only one of the two decisions in front of you is one you will regret for the rest of your life.
Very fair point!
I disagree. I stayed home and have never been able to recover my career. It's near impossible to find jobs with a gap in your resume.
@@BobiJensen Choice...Well, you DEFINATELY can never recover your time with the children you chose to bring into the world. Again, when on your death bed, what will you regret more.
I've been laid off once, my husband 3 times. Each time the job is way better than before. Wishing you luck on your job hunt and I hope you find the perfect one!
Love that it has turned out to be a positive for both of you!
I think it would be great to see a day in the life of being at home and job hunting. You're so aggressive and ready.You'll have work soon.😊
Sophie I wish you the best going forward. I had the opportunity last year to leave a 30+ nursing career at 55 to work for a family member. My concern was insurance and I provided that as my husband was a retired firefighter and 59. We did COBRA for 6 mo but got insurance from the Marketplace in Jan. I was so nervous but researched the plans and got a good plan for us. Prior to retirement we went down to one vehicle, pared down the house a bit and sold our Disney timeshare back to Disney. We actually have more money coming in I think now almost a year in. Less gas, less eating out, less vacations but more in so many other ways. Take care of you and your boys and I’m sure Jim will help you decide your next steps.
Prayers for continued peace of mind and that doors will be opened!
Good luck with your job hunting! You will find something and probably even better. The company that hires you will be very lucky to have you!
I hope things work out for you, Sophie, you are a very driven person and I have no doubt you will find your way to a new and better opportunity . This is the country we are trying to survive in, you are not alone there will be many more layoffs for this country in the future, unless things change. 😊
You have a great skill set so hopefully you can now manifest your dream role and spend time with your precious family ❤❤
Thank you, I appreciate that!
Hi Sophie, I wish you the best of luck with your interviews!! I hope you find exactly what you’re looking for!! The company I work for is going through restructuring at the moment and although they have told me that my position is safe, I still feel a bit awkward and unsafe with all the changes going on. Waiting for the upcoming announcement has been a little nerve wracking, but I’m trying to stay positive and looking at my options with other companies as well.
So glad that it sounds like your job is safe for now! I know the feeling. My company actually went through several restructurings before this one and luckily those times my job wasn’t impacted. Smart of you just to see what else is out there and keep your options open!
You need a hug. 🤗 Everything will be alright whether you return to work or stay home. Be encouraged. You're doing a great job! ❤
Awww thank you!
It is important to distinguish between laid off and fired. Fired has a much more negative connotation. Sorry this happened to you. Glad you see the silver lining.
Exactly, yes! There can be lots more benefits with a layoff, especially in my instance my old company was relatively generous.
Glad that you are in a positive headspace Sophie. Opportunities are coming your way. You are blessed.❤
Yes! Thank you!
Sophie, I love the positivity and the fact that there are tons of options. I went through something similar (minus maternity leave) in July. Great severance and ended up with an even better job before the severance ended. I ended up pushing my start date back so I could enjoy 3 weeks off and catch up on life things I’d been putting off.
Sending all the good vibes your way!
So sorry you went through something similar but I love how it ended up being a positive for you and your family! Hoping that’s how it works out for me too ☺️
I'm so sorry to hear it, but glad you're in a good head space about it. It's so great that you have so many interviews. I'm sure you've thought of this already, but maybe you can find a position with not just flex time, but maybe even part-time, at least at the start. Good luck!
Yes, I am feeling pretty positive and great point! I’ve applied to a few part opportunities but so far the ones that seem to be moving along are all full time. We shall see!!
That was a big surprise. I hope your next move is a great one. I hope you can take some time for yourself.
It sure was! Thank you so much 💓
You are amazing! You will definitely be working soon…keep your boys in Daycare! 🩵🩵
Thank you so much!
Sophie, you have an amazing outlook your job loss and I appreciate you sharing. I think the corporate world is volatile right now and I hope you find what you are looking for. My thoughts are with you during this difficult time.
I was laid off in February and did the same as you and flipped myself to open on Linked in and started my new job in April, I treated looking for a job as my job as well, so it all worked out. I also thought it was going to happen as it was very quiet and we had been acquired the year before. Life always works out. I am glad you have so many opportunities and I am sure one will work out for you and your family.
I have no doubt you will figure it all out soon!,
Thank you!
What a wonderfully positive attitude!
That’s the best thing to do in these situations!! 😀
I am so sorry. You will bounce back better than ever I promise.
Thank you!!
Best of luck on your job hunt Sophie!!
Thank you!!!
Wow! Sophie, you are an amazing person and will have no troubles in the future either finding a job or doing your work from home whether that be taking care of your kiddos or doing TH-cam or whatever the plan is for you!! When one door closes usually a bigger and better door opens 💜
Personally, I cannot wait to see what the future holds for you and your sweet little family !!!!
Warmest good luck wishes Sophie, I know you will do well. Thanks for sharing & love your positive attitude too! xo 😘
Thank you so much!
So sorry this happened to you, but as you sensed something seemed off. Great opportunity to take time and seek out what you want. You are a dynamic person and any firm will be lucky to have you. The right fit will come to you. Good luck.
Hank you so much for the kind comment!
best wishes on a new chapter in your journey!
Thank you!!
Good luck on your next endeavor, which hopefully will happen very soon.
Thank you!
Be strong and happy something greater will happen
I just lost my job due to being on leave - fmla/temp disability due to caregiver burnout and mental breakdown. My Dr didn't feel it was right for me to go to work after the 12wk mark & neither did I. So my Dr extended it. But I didn't realize fmla only went for the 12wks and then my job let me go.... I didn't even realize that would happen. I was worried about the temp disability being approved, not even thinking I'd be let go due to fmla :( so on top of what I was already dealing with, I also lost my job.
I am so incredibly sorry to hear that happened to you. So important that you prioritized your health and took the time you needed, but that is terrible that your job wasn't understanding, even if they had the legal right to do so. I am with you 12 weeks is not enough!! I don't know how long ago that was, but I hope you are doing well now 💗
@SophisticatedOrganization it happened in May. So on top of being out for the issues I was out for I have this on top of it. Plus there's no way I can afford Cobra so I have to apply for state insurance because I'm in the middle of seeing different 7 different doctors + 2 counseling dr's :/ I'm taking it a day at a time but it's alot easier said than done
New opportunities are ahead and you are on track for a new adventure
I appreciate that!
Would to love to hear your pros and cons or decision making process if you do decide to step away from the job market.
Good luck, you got this! Best of luck
Good luck!!!
Thank you!
advice - i'm older than you though am not an attorney. ... youtube is profitable etc... but you are an attorney..... really think long & hard because you do not seem disgruntled about your career at all. you seem to rather enjoy legal career.
giving up a fantastic career is risky in ways that are not money related. i hope that makes sense?
anyway you are a very powerful woman... a magnificent personality .... you can do both and more....
of course this is just my thoughts - - - you are a brilliant strategist- that is quite obvious ..... sooooooooo you may have amazing ideas for your business that make corp law nothing more than an annoying time grind...
i believe you probably do actually have amazing ideas... as i write this. i am thinking that your business has far reaching potential to help so many - - it goes well beyond organizing - that is just the basic tip of the practical iceberg of impact you can have on real women.
soooo there you go....i just changed my mind on my own advice of the importance of a carefully planned professional "career"...
I know you will find something soon. I also know you are just as busy without a job as you were with bc I've been on your channel for a while now. I know how productive you are. 😊 🤞my fingers for you.
Good luck! 💙💙
Thank you!!
Sophie,
I have no doubt that you will have the right job for you! You are a go-getter.
When God closes one door He opens another. Think of this situation as a closed chapter in your life, but a new chapter is unfolding.
So true, thank you so much!!
Paid maternity leave sounds like absolute heaven!
I really was, such a silver lining in this whole situation and 14 weeks was also generous (at least for the US 😉)
Sorry you lost your job but it seems like you have everything under control...good luck to you and I hope you find something like you say is a good fit. I am retired now but when I lost a job, I was like you and got going right away to find something...
Sorry to hear all this, but sounds like you have some options. Are you trying to stay remote?
Yes definitely trying to stay remote! I’ve only applied to remote opportunities at this point 😀
Good for you!
I would caution against applying for jobs when you don’t meet the qualifications, the professional network is strong and companies looking for talent speak to each other. It could reflect poorly. If it seems you are just applying for every available open position versus ones you are qualified for.
Oh no, definitely not applying Willy nilly for anything but oftentimes if a job says they are looking for someone with 7 years experience, they may be willing to hire someone with 5 who is a hard worker with a proven track record! Very few candidates meet every single bullet point in a job posting, in some cases it’s almost impossible. I don’t think people should be discouraged from applying if they don’t meet the description to a T!