Roast Redundancy

[Smokeyr67]

Well, after 30 years with my employer, they've given me 6 months before Im shown the door.

At 49 years of age, I have no idea if I'll find someone willing to employ me. Im happy to work in any job, as long as I dont have to wear a silly hat..Thats something I reserve for the boudoir, not the workplace!

Anyhow, have any of you had any experience like this?

Shane

 

[Maggie5]

Well, after 30 years with my employer, they've given me 6 months before Im shown the door.

At 49 years of age, I have no idea if I'll find someone willing to employ me. Im happy to work in any job, as long as I dont have to wear a silly hat..Thats something I reserve for the boudoir, not the workplace!

Anyhow, have any of you had any experience like this?

Shane

Gee sorry to hear this. Any reason, down sizing?

What field do you work in as the may be opportunities in an aligned field.

A friend of mine was a teacher and when she was made redundant, retrained and went to work for herself as training consultant and technical writer for various industries.

Worthwhile looking at training courses.

 

[CasuallyDressed]

Well, after 30 years with my employer, they've given me 6 months before Im shown the door.

At 49 years of age, I have no idea if I'll find someone willing to employ me. Im happy to work in any job, as long as I dont have to wear a silly hat..Thats something I reserve for the boudoir, not the workplace!

Anyhow, have any of you had any experience like this?

Shane

You're 49, not 69, you should be able to find another job.

I'd also expect you would get a good reference from your current employer since you've been there for 30 years.

All the best, these situations always suck.

 

[Premier Pies]

Yep that is crap news Smokey! Sorry to read about your work plight.

On a positive note, you've got six months to try and prepare for what is the next phase of your working career. I've been made redundant twice in my working life and on both occasions I had no prior notice whatsoever. It was simply "thanks for your services Premier Pies, good luck with your future endeavors".

I really hope you can remain positive (easier said than done) and get something relatively easily. Assuming your skills are transferable to other jobs of course, unlike Manufacturing which has gone to the shizenhause and so many employees don't have transferable skills.

Good luck

 

[doodles98]

Well, after 30 years with my employer, they've given me 6 months before Im shown the door.

At 49 years of age, I have no idea if I'll find someone willing to employ me. Im happy to work in any job, as long as I dont have to wear a silly hat..Thats something I reserve for the boudoir, not the workplace!

Anyhow, have any of you had any experience like this?

Shane

I was made redundant after the GFC and it was a horrible depressing thing for me at the time. But to be honest with you.. it was just about the best thing that happened to me. I used the money to buy a business and it beats working for the man I can tell you. Have you thought about that as an option? Buying an established business or franchise? Never too late to retrain and go back to study something either.

 

[TradeDraft]

Sadly I been Hearing that Getting work for the Older people are Very Hard.

As you might have to go back to school to update your Credentials

 

[Kappa]

Well, after 30 years with my employer, they've given me 6 months before Im shown the door.

At 49 years of age, I have no idea if I'll find someone willing to employ me. Im happy to work in any job, as long as I dont have to wear a silly hat..Thats something I reserve for the boudoir, not the workplace!

Anyhow, have any of you had any experience like this?

Shane

In the short term you could always try uber to make some decent wages

 

[sirlothie]

In the short term you could always try uber to make some decent wages

As someone who uses vehicles to make a living, if I could offer a word of advice, don't use vehicles to make a living!

 

[tenderwarrior]

Well, after 30 years with my employer, they've given me 6 months before Im shown the door.

At 49 years of age, I have no idea if I'll find someone willing to employ me. Im happy to work in any job, as long as I dont have to wear a silly hat..Thats something I reserve for the boudoir, not the workplace!

Anyhow, have any of you had any experience like this?

Shane

I am approaching 40 and just had the same thing happen to me unexpectedly after 10 years with the same organisation, but the worst thing is I was on contract - so no redundancy!

I am looking at is as an opportunity to 'reset', but am fortunate to be in a position personally and financially where I am in no rush to find employment, a spot I appreciate most people don't find themselves in.

It was still a very nasty shock though, and humbling too, as you quickly realize the power imbalance between employer and employee.

I hope you can find your feet quickly. It is one of the most stressful experiences you can go through, so go easy on yourself.

 

[doodles98]

As someone who uses vehicles to make a living, if I could offer a word of advice, don't use vehicles to make a living!

Hi still mowing or u become an uber driver?

 

[doodles98]

I am approaching 40 and just had the same thing happen to me unexpectedly after 10 years with the same organisation, but the worst thing is I was on contract - so no redundancy!

I am looking at is as an opportunity to 'reset', but am fortunate to be in a position personally and financially where I am in no rush to find employment, a spot I appreciate most people don't find themselves in.

It was still a very nasty shock though, and humbling too, as you quickly realize the power imbalance between employer and employee.

I hope you can find your feet quickly. It is one of the most stressful experiences you can go through, so go easy on yourself.

Looking at it as an opportunity is the way to go. Hope you find a good one to take you forward.

 

[vjknight]

been made redundant twice. both times it was a blessing. both were ten years in a role i had grown tired of.
paid out to leave a job you no longer liked. yes please.

almost had a third - also ten years, but decided against taking it - it can be hard to get a job after 45 unless your skills are easily transferred.

most importantly for the moment - get good advice on what to do with the payout, with super, with any debts you have - everything.
get that advice from multiple sources - do not rely on one, possibly biased or commission hungry person.

learn about debt management, tax, super, investment returns, even centrelink info - it will all be important.

 

[sirlothie]

Hi still mowing or u become an uber driver?

I am mowing and gardening buddy, in fact I had to upgrade to a van to carry all my shit but it was a poor decision... I thought I was being smart and I saved up $3000, bought the cheapest van on carsales outright, a 1992 Mitsubishi Express but I had it a month and the engine blew and try finding a 1992 engine these days so I had 2 options, pay someone $4000 to recondition the engine or a backyard bloke I know is going to fix the head gasket and rings and seals and all that for $1500... so I had to do it.... right behind that is my $788 vehicle registration. I've been doing delivery work too so I know that if you plan on operating vehicles, be ready to pay through the nose...

 

[doodles98]

I am mowing and gardening buddy, in fact I had to upgrade to a van to carry all my shit but it was a poor decision... I thought I was being smart and I saved up $3000, bought the cheapest van on carsales outright, a 1992 Mitsubishi Express but I had it a month and the engine blew and try finding a 1992 engine these days so I had 2 options, pay someone $4000 to recondition the engine or a backyard bloke I know is going to fix the head gasket and rings and seals and all that for $1500... so I had to do it.... right behind that is my $788 vehicle registration. I've been doing delivery work too so I know that if you plan on operating vehicles, be ready to pay through the nose...

Or buy a decent vehicle in the first place .

Ouch... Sorry to hear that Sir.. yes the breakdowns can really hurt you. Have to mow a lot of lawn to get that $1500 back now. I thoroughly recommend a small engine maintenance course. Will save you a fortune in replacing or repairing costs to your mower, whipper etc.

The other alternative is to get @BringoutheGimp to knock it off and torch it for you so you can claim the insurance .

 

[76woodenspooners]

Well, after 30 years with my employer, they've given me 6 months before Im shown the door.

Sorry to hear that Smokey

It seems like a really scary situation now, but there's every chance that this time next year you look back on this period as in a positive way.

At 49 years of age, I have no idea if I'll find someone willing to employ me. Im happy to work in any job, as long as I dont have to wear a silly hat..Thats something I reserve for the boudoir, not the workplace!

Anyhow, have any of you had any experience like this?

A few ideas ...

(1) Consider getting a career coach. It might be part of your redundancy - I believe the technical term is 'outplacement services'. I've had no direct experience of outplacement services, but if it's free then give it a go. I'd recommend embracing the process (why not?) and give it the best chance of success. If it doesn't work then maybe get a private one (I have direct experience of this and can't recommend it highly enough). The website https://www.cdaa.org.au/ is a good place to start to pick one out. (They have a search directory in there). Find one that's close to you, in your price range, and you feel you can connect with. I'd also recommend asking them what specific industries they've had experiences handling - they'll probably tell you it doesn't matter, but I think it does, and I'd certainly advise using someone who is familiar with your industry if you can. The process typically includes a psychometric profiling (a semi-scientific way of determining that you don't like hats) and putting together purposes / objectives, and tactics / strategies about how to get your right job. They can help you with adapting to change. They can help with identifying your skills, and determining which potential employers would value people with those skills. In my experience it's not a panacea, but it's a good place to start. Any expenses are probably tax deductible (the usual disclaimer of 'check with your accountant' applies)

(2) Think about giving yourself a circuit breaker if you can - a decent holiday doing something you enjoy. After 30 years of working for one company, it might make it easier to settle into a new role. I've done this before: https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Camino_de_Santiago ... which was a great for the soul (don't be put off by the Christian nature of it, you just need to be respectful of it, not necessarily be Christian - I'm not) - very affordable - great exercise, I ended up quite fit by the end of it. There are many other such things.

(3) Be positive, that'll help you be successful. Look after yourself physically / emotionally / mentally. It can be a difficult process.

 

[Smokeyr67]

Thanks for the replies guys,

I've had a little time to think, and to be honest I might be better off after taking a redundancy package - I'm pretty much debt free now, the cas component will more than cover that, and I can take a reasonable "pension" , only about half of my current wage, but livable, and then I can work part time to get some fun money

I'm thinking of doing a security guard course, and working in that field, and I'll take advantage of my current employers fascination with SAP, and upgrade my IT skills.

When I sit back and consider the possibilities, I'm in a good spot, far better off than many people my age

Smokey

 

[Tarkyn_24]

Thanks for the replies guys,

I've had a little time to think, and to be honest I might be better off after taking a redundancy package - I'm pretty much debt free now, the cas component will more than cover that, and I can take a reasonable "pension" , only about half of my current wage, but livable, and then I can work part time to get some fun money

I'm thinking of doing a security guard course, and working in that field, and I'll take advantage of my current employers fascination with SAP, and upgrade my IT skills.

When I sit back and consider the possibilities, I'm in a good spot, far better off than many people my age

Smokey

Just posting to acknowledge how grewt this is!! All the best

 

[Smokeyr67]

Hi Guys and Gals,

Thanks for all the replies

I'm currently feeling excited about the situation, and the possibilities!

The employment options I'm considering are Security work,but canine work, I'm a dog lover, especially German Shepherds ( I usually have 2, but lost the last couple to cancer about 2 years ago), so I'm excited to think about living with, and going to work with a new best mate

Another option is working as a corrections officer, apparently I have the right personality traits for the job ( 60% compassionate 40 % bastard) it's a government job, so reasonable super and theres the possibility of being a dog handler

All in all, I'm in a great place, I just want to be shown the door so I can start a new life

Smokey

 

[ottoman]

Hi Guys and Gals,

Thanks for all the replies

I'm currently feeling excited about the situation, and the possibilities!

The employment options I'm considering are Security work,but canine work, I'm a dog lover, especially German Shepherds ( I usually have 2, but lost the last couple to cancer about 2 years ago), so I'm excited to think about living with, and going to work with a new best mate

Another option is working as a corrections officer, apparently I have the right personality traits for the job ( 60% compassionate 40 % bastard) it's a government job, so reasonable super and theres the possibility of being a dog handler

All in all, I'm in a great place, I just want to be shown the door so I can start a new life

Smokey

Try Dobermans Smokey
I love both breeds and have owned both breeds.
Dobermans are magnificent. You won't regret it. Fiercely loyal and protective when they need to be (which let's face it is rarely) The rest of the time they are like clowns.
I was in the Police force a while back. I remember asking one of the guys from the doq squad why the don't use dobermans, mostly German shepherds. He told me that they would love nothing more than to have Dobermans but all their dogs are donated and people unfortunately don't donate Dobermans.

 

[jathanas]

Hi Guys and Gals,

Thanks for all the replies

I'm currently feeling excited about the situation, and the possibilities!

The employment options I'm considering are Security work,but canine work, I'm a dog lover, especially German Shepherds ( I usually have 2, but lost the last couple to cancer about 2 years ago), so I'm excited to think about living with, and going to work with a new best mate

Another option is working as a corrections officer, apparently I have the right personality traits for the job ( 60% compassionate 40 % bastard) it's a government job, so reasonable super and theres the possibility of being a dog handler

All in all, I'm in a great place, I just want to be shown the door so I can start a new life

Smokey

Awesome news mate. Life is not meant to be a grind, if it is, we are doing it wrong! Your possibilities sound very exciting.

I'm a GSD man myself and would recommend AlpineBase in Bright as an ethical breeder of working GSD that sells to the Victoria police. My current GSD is the first working dog I've had, the others were more show dogs. Her levels of curiosity and energy are almost too much.

 

[Smokeyr67]

Try Dobermans Smokey
I love both breeds and have owned both breeds.
Dobermans are magnificent. You won't regret it. Fiercely loyal and protective when they need to be (which let's face it is rarely) The rest of the time they are like clowns.
I was in the Police force a while back. I remember asking one of the guys from the doq squad why the don't use dobermans, mostly German shepherds. He told me that they would love nothing more than to have Dobermans but all their dogs are donated and people unfortunately don't donate Dobermans.

They're breeding their own up here, mainly GSD's an Mals ( I cant spell malinois). They prefer the mals for their compactness, muscle, aggression and general arseholery

I love Dobes, like GSDs theyre sheep in wolves clothing, but being an old fart, seeing them docked is so ingrained that a dobe with a tail looks wierd

 

[ottoman]

They're breeding their own up here, mainly GSD's an Mals ( I cant spell malinois). They prefer the mals for their compactness, muscle, aggression and general arseholery

I love Dobes, like GSDs theyre sheep in wolves clothing, but being an old fart, seeing them docked is so ingrained that a dobe with a tail looks wierd

Yeah, I understand it is unnecessary but I too prefer docked tail and cropped ears.

 

[Smokeyr67]

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Awesome news mate. Life is not meant to be a grind, if it is, we are doing it wrong! Your possibilities sound very exciting.

I'm a GSD man myself and would recommend AlpineBase in Bright as an ethical breeder of working GSD that sells to the Victoria police. My current GSD is the first working dog I've had, the others were more show dogs. Her levels of curiosity and energy are almost too much.

My last 2 came from a working farm, a free range pig farm! They came from a long line of larger dogs (my bitch was 50kg, Dog was 55kg), with the ability to herd pigs - to say that they where cunning bastards is selling them short, my bitch would be sociable enough to recruit other canines into her army of evil, my dog (same sire) just sat back biding his time, waiting for the new recruits to tire of his half sisters strict regime.

I'm just glad they didn't have opposable thumbs, having to use the screwdriver in their mouth really slowed down the production of their thermo nuclear device

 

[Smokeyr67]

Yeah, I understand it is unnecessary but I too prefer docked tail and cropped ears.

I'm not a fan of the cropped ear aesthetic, but as someone who grew up cleaning labs droopy ears...vote 1 for cropping

Edit -big fluffy tails do act as a fart filter though

 

[Darkyprotector]

In the short term you could always try uber to make some decent wages

yeah join up with the 60000 students
good luck with that