I hope things turn around real soon for her and she lands something even better. Good luck in this transition.

Tough times these days.

God luck and God bless.

Sorry to hear that. Good luck to both of you.

bummer, dude.

tell her to keep her chin up, she'll land on her feet.

ya, good luck and God Bless.
i'm near Blacksburg i could see whats available round here and forward it to you,
if you want, didn't notice where you're located so it may be too far away.

Sorry to hear this. Sounds like your wife's luck with jobs is as bad as my wife's. Some of her greatest hits include working for a company that was shut down by the government because the executives were criminals - not only did she lose her job, but she also never got paid for the last two weeks she worked there. Another was when we returned from our honeymoon to a FedEx package on the porch containing a letter saying that her and her entire department had been laid off. The following Tuesday was 9/11.

I feel your pain. Best of luck to you both.

Holy crap, let us know is we can help anyway we can, we got to be good for a couple free meals, and couple pairs of ears and / or at least a night of reprieve to let the hair down and stress out of a little while.

Unfortunately that is about all JR and I can do. Other than send the well wishes of course.

Can she milk cows?

It took them some balls to be honest.
I wish the best for you and your family.
These are bad times for all. This is the way of world these days and it's frightening.
I worry for our kids getting their foot in the door in a age where every entry level position is being outsourced to India or China etc.. and every company is only concerned about the bottom line.

Good luck.

Unfortunately I have nothing to offer but good wishes to offer you, but you have those.

Interested in the Tampa/St. Pete area?

Sorry to hear about that man.

Good luck to you and the Mrs.
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How appropriate. If you're not in the family of the BOD, you're ****ed.

Sorry about your situation. Truly. At least, you have family, and that's what matters most, if that's any consolation.

We're interested in anywhere that is a good opportunity.

Thanks to everyone for your well wishes, and thanks to those of you who have PM'd or repped leads.

Not sure what my company has available in business development, but we have jobs all over the us. Look at www.kindermorgan.com. It is oil, gas and petrochemical, but we are always building or buying - nature of an MLP.

Check your PMs.

Selfish bump.

Only when you woke up the next morning and had to pay for 8 lap dances, 3 meals at Denny's, and $90 in cab fare that you don't remember...:evil:

Damn, OTWP. Straight from the week's headlines. Sorry to hear that. Hopefully it will work out like before.

Can she avoid a pass rush and throw a football 50 yards? :shrug:

seriously, though, good thoughts for you and the Mrs.

TE

Sorry to hear this OTWP. My boss of five years was let go yesterday. He was my boss from 2003-2008, then was promoted to VP of Operations. Then promoted again to Director of Global Operations. He bought a big new house with the promotions and pay raises. He was told yesterday they are reorganizing Operations and he's not in their plans. He has one kid in college and one that's a senior in HS. His wife is a substitute teacher. He's in panic mode.

And damn near 15 months later...

She's just accepted an offer. Signed the contract about an hour ago.

Found a position with a great architecture/engineering firm located here in STL, with an office at Lake of the Ozarks and thinking of opening offices in KC and Dallas.

Paying more than what she was making with her previous company, 100% paid benefits, company credit card - you name it.

It's been a rough go, but things are looking good. Best of luck to those of you still looking - your day is coming.

That's awesome!

Grats to you and Mrs. OTWP. May 2013 bring you both much success.

You can't have my sperm. I know what you're up to!

In all seriousness though, congratulations! Glad to hear she finally found was sounds to be a pretty damn good job.

GREAT NEWS buddy. congrats

Wonderful news. Congrats!

Congrats. Getting that job you were looking for is always a great, great feeling.

Fantabulous!!! Great to hear good news from you:clap:

Awesome.

Speaking of, I saw a post of yours saying you're no longer in Dallas. You move back "home" to Northern Illinois?

Close. Central Illinois which is home. Found a really, really nice career in hotel management with a lot of advancement opportunites. No longer "the pizza boy", but you guys can still refer to me as one if you'd like =)

and take it from me...the interviewing process and job search for actual careers (and not restaurant jobs) is stressful and takes A LOT out of you...it was a very, very stressful month where I was really doubting my decision to leave my good job in Dallas.

At the end of the day, I missed my friends and I wanted the chance to watch my nephews grow up and Dallas was just too far away and I worked too many hours to have a chance to keep in touch with my family the way I wanted to.

I lost my job in October, found another about 2 months later. the wait does suck, as do the endless interviews. When I lost mine after the crash in 2008, I looked for about 16 months and believe me I was trying. Back then I couldn't even get interviews it was so miserable, but now I had several so things are much better. Best of luck to everyone looking.

One thing I noticed that since the labor market crashed, firms don't even bother getting back to you even after interviews. I find that just so totally rude - that you spend hours researching the company and then interviewing on their schedule - and they don't even call back. A few sent form rejection letters after but I didn't get feedback on a dozen interviews and that is just rude.

One thing I learned the past several years: when you interview, you get the job ASAP. If you don't hear back immediately you are toast and need to move on.

Did she get on with TRi? I know Tom and Nicole Roof are very active here at the Lake with local charities.

Last time I was unemployed (10+ years ago), I decided to start my own business. Scary as shit, but the best thing I have ever done in my professional life. It's not for everyone, nor is it always the best path, but it worked well for me. I know the feeling of being out of work, with little kids and a mortgage - it sucks. My best to all of you going through his right now.

May your next adventure in life, be your best one yet. Cheers!

:clap: Very glad to hear it, my friend.

I hope somewhere down the road...maybe when I'm 35 or 40, I'll have enough capital and a good slate of investors to start me own sports bar and grill.

So many years in the industry knowing all of the flaws many restaurants have...I just think with the right menu I could be quite successful in that field. I do miss being in that industry from time to time it was just always so frustrating knowing how much better things could be if they were ran the right way.

Interestingly enough, I find myself in a similar situation. I'm definitely not going anywhere for 2013, but my Dad is retiring, and I know my time on Earth is limited with him, and Mom. He'll be 70 in September and isn't looking like he'll make 80 or anything. Long, ****ed up story, but they are actually my Aunt and Uncle. Raised me since I was 7, and I am who I am today because of them. Don't want to be 2100 miles away, and trying to "negotiate" middle ground somewhere.

Wow.

Way to go!

Don't do it. Knew guys who did and they were miserable, said all their work was weekends and that's when their friends and family were free. result, no family or friend time. buying a bar is like buying a boat - there are only 2 good days. from what i hear, of course I haven't met the successful rich bar owners who might have a different tale

Congrats! I'm happy for you and your family.

I understand the risks but I've been in that industry my entire working life up until about 3 months ago. Weekends for me are Monday and Tuesday not Friday and Saturday =)

Congrats dude.

Great news dude!

Good news.

Congrats!

If you're been in the industry, then that sure changes a lot. plus your ability to get financing is infinitely higher (both from private individuals and lenders) because of it. if it's really your passion, start now! Why not?

Thanks, fellas.

We're excited. Looking forward to a great 2013.

Awesome, congratulations.

congrats!!!

My dental staff is full currently. Good luck to you.

congrats man, i was so happy a year ago when my mrs finished school and got a great contract ! lifes a lot easier with 2 full incomes, makes the future look better.

Nice!

Sweet news, man. This is good, because we've been praying for you for the last 15 months. Our prayers are slow as ****. Had a long line in front of us, apparently. :-D

You're good now. Anyone else need anything?

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Congratulations. Awesome news