I just got laid off!

[Hemin8r]

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Hey Scott sorry to hear about your situation. Same thing happend to me about 4 years ago. When I was let go I intentionally sent an email to all my contacts advising them that I was no longer going to be working for that company. 10 minutes after I sent the email I received a call from a semi competitor asking what happend. He asked me if I was interested in working for them and ofcourse I said yes. I'm still here and I know the economic situation was different back then. I guess what I'm trying to say is things work out for a reason. Just network and make yourself known as jfelbab mentioned. I'm positive you will find something soon. You sound like a good guy and I wish you the best.
I studied Architecture as well for a couple of years wanting to get into it but never did.

[Justin Murphy]

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Thanks guys! I'm not trying to get too down about it. Nothing I can do to prevent it so I might as well make the best of it and try to turn it into an opportunity. I love what I do so I can't imaging doing anything else. I wrote a paper in 5th grade about wanting to be an Architect when I grow up. I've stuck with it ever since. I'll take this time to get my paper work filed with the state so I can get registered to take my architectural exam and get licensed.

Thanks Jim for the great info. Never heard of LinkedIn. I'd be happy to try it out.

Man do that then! That will definitely help your resume out
Have you thought about going in business for yourself or subbing out work from multiple places?
I have a friend that is a CPA and works for about 10 tax offices plus her own clients. She works out of her house and really only works for 4 months out of the year.

[RaskyR1]

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Sorry to hear that Scott.

I'm getting a little worried myself. We are on a pay freeze now and they let a few of the sales people go last week.

In the past, CAD jobs were pretty easy to come by...not sure what it's like now, but I wish you the best of luck with your job search.

If you need any help with your resume or interviewing tips let me know. My girl is senior HR manager and totally helped me out when I was interviewing.

Rasky

[Andy M.]

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Scott,

Sorry to hear about your misfortune. Especially at this time of year. Keep your chin up, you will be OK.

Andy M.

[Nappers]

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Scott, I'll be praying for you.

When one door is closed, usually several others open!

[cupcakez]

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omg that ***** that you got laid off, i'm looking to get into architecture myself. right now im taking a speech class during the winter so i can move on. i'm doing a paper on my major and if you want to help me it might turn into something positive for my insight on the business.

[Lexus Guy04]

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Sorry to hear that man, I know what it feels like to be laid off. But you do have the right mindset, and I'm sure you will find something in no time. Good luck!

[Newport Viper]

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I know how you feel man!

I got laid off more then a month ago. I am just going to take a break through the Holidays and then look for work back in the OC. I currently live in Palm Springs.

I was in Sales.....

[Daniel Kinder]

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Hate to hear that scott and at this time of year but like others have said hopefully things will turn around and for the best.

LATER

[Renny Doyle]

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Sorry to hear of the lay off. Its something more and more are facing and its a sad truth.

Even as the owner of two businesses...we are diversifying! I think those that have a great level of diversification right now will experience the least amount of struggles the coming years.

our prayers are with you and yours...

[Carfire]

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That *****.
Sorry to hear the bad news.

[sudsbyhubbs]

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Scott, good luck in finding another job and I hope you can still enjoy this time of year! Again, good luck!

[MrWaxer]

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Hang In there Scott!! I know how you feel, I lost my job October 10!! The place O work closed!!

[AeroCleanse]

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I sort of had a feeling it was coming. I had very little work for the past week. Yesterday I just cleaned up around the office. So this morning the boss comes over and tells me to finish up anything I'm working on and he was going to have to lay me off. He said they just can't see any other option. He said hopefully in a few weeks we would get some work in and they could call me back. Not sure their is any work out there.

So... Architectural Designer seeks work!

Hopefully it's not for too long and this will give me some time to get some other things taken care of.

Sorry to hear that. Maybe you could do some detailing full time?

[OrangeCrush]

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Go get a book and workbook called "48 Days to the Work You Love". It's great and you'll be able to find the job you LOVE!