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**swervin ervin** · 03-02-2003, 07:48 PM

Well, about an hour ago, my boss, or ex boss now, called to tell me he's laying me off. I've been on temporary layoff off and on since before Christmas. I had a feeling it was coming to this, so it wasn't a big surprise.

It's fine though. I have side jobs lined up. Working on two garage buildings. One is 24x30, like mine, and the other will be 28x36. These will tie me over for awhile. It just sucks that I will either have to go back to working for myself like I used to, or find a job somewhere else.

Anyway, I felt like telling my online friends. Just remember, no job is secure. Nothing lasts forever anymore.

*racedvl* · 03-02-2003, 08:01 PM

Sorry to hear about that. . It always has to get better. . . right??

Cole's 87 · 03-02-2003, 08:21 PM

Sorry to hear about your news. To bad you dont live closer to my home town I would get you to build me a shop. If you build a garage as good as you can a console/speaker box. I would never go home.

gchemist · 03-02-2003, 09:02 PM

Hang in there Mike. I worry a little too.

bigblock73 · 03-02-2003, 09:21 PM

That is too bad Mike, hopefully you will figure it out...but a least you know what you are up against now rather than playing the damn waiting/not knowing game.

It will all work out in the end. You could always build consoles for a living!!

-Jeff

*1FaastC10* · 03-02-2003, 09:33 PM

Mike, things are getting a bit tough here too. i started out working 1st shift, 6-2:30, which was great. things slowed down, and they made me swing man 2 weeks ago, working 10-6:30. tomorrow i get to start working 2nd shift. fortunately for me, i still have a job. but if things keep slowing down like they are, i think im in trouble. hang in there man, i'm sure we'll get through this.

bigd65 · 03-02-2003, 09:36 PM

my condolences Mike, but i think my job is secure enough, as long as there is crime , i have a job. TOO BAD IT DONT PAY ENOUGH

86SILVERADO · 03-03-2003, 12:14 AM

What about some sort of internet automotive consultation business? Just a thought. Good luck Mike. I know everyones rootin' for ya.

Norris

***Liz*** · 03-03-2003, 01:24 AM

Sorry to hear that Mike. Its good you have a few things lined up for now.

Ric83 · 03-03-2003, 01:52 AM

Unfortunatly Mike, welcome to the club. Hope you find something soon. At least you have something lined up 'til you decide on something.

Trick76 · 03-03-2003, 02:02 AM

I am so sorry Mike, I hope something else long-term comes along soon. If nothing else you can start charging a 5.00 fee for all the free advice you give us lowly wannabe truck builders

Derek

chevychic · 03-03-2003, 02:26 AM

Man Mike, that sucks!!

I know too many people that are in the same position. Many from here and many more that I talk to every day that are looking for a home business where they have more control over their future.

Maybe you could e-bay some of those spiffy console boxes that you make

*1FaastC10* · 03-03-2003, 02:28 AM

Quote:

Originally posted by Trick76
I am so sorry Mike, I hope something else long-term comes along soon. If nothing else you can start charging a 5.00 fee for all the free advice you give us lowly wannabe truck builders

Derek

i know he'd make a killing, but what if there's a certain area of the truck he DOESNT know very well? can some of the rest of us still charge the 5.00 fee for info?

79BIG10 · 03-03-2003, 04:16 AM

Damn Mike I hate to hear that. But at least you have some side jobs lined up. I know that will keep you busy for awhile. Plus hopefully someone will see your great work and hire you on.
I agree the consoles would be a great idea. I know of a few buyers on here for sure

BigRed · 03-03-2003, 09:29 AM

Sorry to hear it Mike! Good luck!

LOHRTBT · 03-03-2003, 10:13 AM

DAmn MIke.. THat sux. Well I too know what that is like being that I worked for Lucent. And we all know what happened there.
Keep us updated on what happens man.

Tracy Focht · 03-03-2003, 10:23 AM

Sorry to hear that Mike, hang in there, and good luck!

Low87 · 03-03-2003, 11:45 AM

Sorry to hear that Mike! With all your talents though I don't imagine you'll have a tough time lining something else up.

PHOENIX · 03-03-2003, 01:09 PM

Mike, sorry to hear that. But you have skills and you are smart man Im sure you'll have no problems getting income

I'm not worried about getting laidoff, but the sh*t might hit the fan today. Im expected to go out of town (to San Antonio) for 2 days w/ my boss, but I am refusing to go for anymore then one day. I talked to him about it once and we didn't come to a conclusion. Today we will see what happens. The tickets are bought for 2 days and I dont think he can get the money back and I dont think there is a flight we can switch it to. If anything major happens (like I quit) Ill let you guys know.

Good luck Mike!

Low87 · 03-03-2003, 02:34 PM

Why didn't you want to travel for 2 days on the companies dime?

78SilveradoSWB · 03-03-2003, 03:50 PM

Sorry to hear about your job situation. It seems so wide spread, but with your skills you are very marketable. Wish for better days ahead.....

**crossy** · 03-03-2003, 05:04 PM

what really sux is remember you telling me you liked your boss, thats an even more rare situation. You guys just keep running your puters and leave your lights on and I'll be OK . I like my present boss too. It was a good move for me over a year ago. maybe I'll see you in May. in TN. ? DAVE

**Captkaos** · 03-03-2003, 05:45 PM

Mike, that royally sucks. Ready to start up a 73-87 custom shop?

Quote:

Originally posted by crossy
maybe I'll see you in May. in TN. ? DAVE

What's this Maybe? You complained last year because it was too short a notice, I gave you 3 months this time..

*Zilverado* · 03-03-2003, 07:08 PM

Sorry to hear about the job situation Mike. It's never easy, even if you're semi-expecting it.

I've found that these situations usually result in something even better than what you had before. So, just keep your positive attitude and I'm sure you'll be fine.

God Bless,

*mike reeh* · 03-03-2003, 11:34 PM

Care to give some details on the layoff? Work slow out there?

There was a few weeks there recently where I had to find work elsewhere to keep the cash flow flowing.

construction -- sigh.

we cant build em fast enough out here though, mike. ever think of moving to southern california? i know where you could get a job as a framer or finish carpenter right now. plus california has wayy more and cooler trucks than NC

good luck.

-mike

PS- what ever happened with that tv show thing that wanted to showcase your website

03-02-2003, 07:48 PM	#1
swervin ervin You get what you pay for Join Date: Dec 1999 Location: Cherryville, NC Posts: 4,798	Well, it's official Well, about an hour ago, my boss, or ex boss now, called to tell me he's laying me off. I've been on temporary layoff off and on since before Christmas. I had a feeling it was coming to this, so it wasn't a big surprise. It's fine though. I have side jobs lined up. Working on two garage buildings. One is 24x30, like mine, and the other will be 28x36. These will tie me over for awhile. It just sucks that I will either have to go back to working for myself like I used to, or find a job somewhere else. Anyway, I felt like telling my online friends. Just remember, no job is secure. Nothing lasts forever anymore. __________________ Mike 1985 Chevy C-10

03-02-2003, 09:02 PM	#4
gchemist BAD BOW-Silverado XST Join Date: May 2000 Location: Senior Member from Austin, TX Posts: 6,431	Hang in there Mike. I worry a little too. __________________ Gerardo a.k.a. Mad Chemist Silverado XST videos

03-02-2003, 09:36 PM	#7
bigd65 Registered User Join Date: Mar 2000 Location: Lake Jackson, TX. Posts: 1,930	my condolences Mike, but i think my job is secure enough, as long as there is crime , i have a job. TOO BAD IT DONT PAY ENOUGH __________________ 2004 Silverado Crewcab (Dark Spiral Gray)

03-03-2003, 12:14 AM	#8
86SILVERADO Registered User Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: Hills of Western Mass Posts: 626	What about some sort of internet automotive consultation business? Just a thought. Good luck Mike. I know everyones rootin' for ya. Norris __________________ 86 Silverado C10 back to 305 power! 67 C30 Dually Dump, with 350 transplant, Rockhauler 05 Duramax 3500 "If at first you don't succeed, try a bigger hammer" Member of the 1-Ton club!

03-03-2003, 01:52 AM	#10
Ric83 Registered User Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: Austin, TX Posts: 824	Unfortunatly Mike, welcome to the club. Hope you find something soon. At least you have something lined up 'til you decide on something. __________________ Ric '83 Silverado SWB Fleetside Here she is

03-02-2003, 08:01 PM	#2
racedvl Account Suspended Join Date: Jan 2000 Location: Woodstock, IL Posts: 7,020	Sorry to hear about that. . It always has to get better. . . right??

03-02-2003, 08:21 PM	#3
Cole's 87 Registered User Join Date: Nov 2002 Posts: 272	Sorry to hear about your news. To bad you dont live closer to my home town I would get you to build me a shop. If you build a garage as good as you can a console/speaker box. I would never go home.

03-02-2003, 09:21 PM	#5
bigblock73 yeller Join Date: Oct 2001 Location: Twin Cities Posts: 13,826	That is too bad Mike, hopefully you will figure it out...but a least you know what you are up against now rather than playing the damn waiting/not knowing game. It will all work out in the end. You could always build consoles for a living!! -Jeff

03-02-2003, 09:33 PM	#6
1FaastC10 Account Suspended Join Date: Oct 2002 Location: Elkhart, IN Posts: 6,400	Mike, things are getting a bit tough here too. i started out working 1st shift, 6-2:30, which was great. things slowed down, and they made me swing man 2 weeks ago, working 10-6:30. tomorrow i get to start working 2nd shift. fortunately for me, i still have a job. but if things keep slowing down like they are, i think im in trouble. hang in there man, i'm sure we'll get through this.

03-03-2003, 01:24 AM	#9
*Liz* Catchy title goes here.. Join Date: Mar 2002 Location: Rockwell, NC Posts: 39,737	Sorry to hear that Mike. Its good you have a few things lined up for now.

03-03-2003, 02:02 AM	#11
Trick76 Living la vida broka Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: P'ville California Posts: 221	I am so sorry Mike, I hope something else long-term comes along soon. If nothing else you can start charging a 5.00 fee for all the free advice you give us lowly wannabe truck builders Derek __________________ 1976 C10 Longbed lowered 5/7, hot 355/TH350. ~ SOLD 1974 C10 Shortbed Stepside 350/Saginaw ~ SOLD 1984 C10 Longbed 6.2l diesel 700r4. ~SOLD 1985 GMC C20 350 700r4, ~under the knife

03-03-2003, 02:26 AM	#12
chevychic Registered User Join Date: Oct 2002 Location: Chanhassen, MN Posts: 1,061	Man Mike, that sucks!! I know too many people that are in the same position. Many from here and many more that I talk to every day that are looking for a home business where they have more control over their future. Maybe you could e-bay some of those spiffy console boxes that you make __________________ *ChevyChic* 86 Chevy K-10 If I can't be a good example, then I'll just have to be a horrible warning. "You're braver than you believe, and stronger than you seem, and smarter than you think" - Christopher Robin

03-03-2003, 04:16 AM	#14
79BIG10 I'm back with 2nd truck! Join Date: Feb 2002 Location: Texas Posts: 3,775	Damn Mike I hate to hear that. But at least you have some side jobs lined up. I know that will keep you busy for awhile. Plus hopefully someone will see your great work and hire you on. I agree the consoles would be a great idea. I know of a few buyers on here for sure __________________ 1979 Chevrolet Bonanza Big10 "Tootsie Roll" 1985 Chevrolet Silverado (wife's) Member of the Southern Bowties Club "Don't underestimate how sexy a fat man who drinks to excess can be." Homer Simpson

03-03-2003, 09:29 AM	#15
BigRed Registered User Join Date: Jun 2002 Location: DFW, TX Posts: 1,680	Sorry to hear it Mike! Good luck! __________________ Scott Shelbourne

03-03-2003, 10:13 AM	#16
LOHRTBT BeWarE tHe eViL CrAnkTOe! Join Date: Oct 2002 Location: Yukon, OK Posts: 3,605	DAmn MIke.. THat sux. Well I too know what that is like being that I worked for Lucent. And we all know what happened there. Keep us updated on what happens man. __________________ ~Dave~ You can call me Mike, Mike Oxlong - 1986 Chevy SWB - Stock for now - *1986 Chevy Custom SWB* *Stolen 6/26/05* - 1985 Chevy SWB SOLD - 1999 T/A Some mods www.cardomain.com/id/ramairdave AIM Screenname - Jester84



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03-03-2003, 10:23 AM	#17
Tracy Focht Registered User Join Date: Dec 1999 Location: Stillwater, OK 74075 Posts: 2,936	Sorry to hear that Mike, hang in there, and good luck!

03-03-2003, 11:45 AM	#18
Low87 been here longer than Liz Join Date: Feb 2000 Location: Broken Arrow, OK Posts: 2,437	Sorry to hear that Mike! With all your talents though I don't imagine you'll have a tough time lining something else up. __________________ ~Greg~ Mac's Garage '87 SWB 6/8 drop "Piso" '08 CCSB Silverado DD the departed '89 GMC K5 Jimmy 4x4 "Rusty Nuts" '77 Chevy K5 Blazer 2wd '83 Chevy stepside "You get what you pay for" - Mike 'swervin ervin' Ervin

03-03-2003, 01:09 PM	#19
PHOENIX Registered User Join Date: Oct 2002 Location: Phoenix, Arizona Posts: 4,703	Mike, sorry to hear that. But you have skills and you are smart man Im sure you'll have no problems getting income I'm not worried about getting laidoff, but the sht might hit the fan today. Im expected to go out of town (to San Antonio) for 2 days w/ my boss, but I am refusing to go for anymore then one day. I talked to him about it once and we didn't come to a conclusion. Today we will see what happens. The tickets are bought for 2 days and I dont think he can get the money back and I dont think there is a flight we can switch it to. If anything major happens (like I quit) Ill let you guys know. Good luck Mike! __________________ AVOID: LOPER'S PERMORANCE / LOPERSPEED.COM OF PHOENIX, AZ & COTTMAN TRANSMISSION *

03-03-2003, 02:34 PM	#20
Low87 been here longer than Liz Join Date: Feb 2000 Location: Broken Arrow, OK Posts: 2,437	Why didn't you want to travel for 2 days on the companies dime? __________________ ~Greg~ Mac's Garage '87 SWB 6/8 drop "Piso" '08 CCSB Silverado DD the departed '89 GMC K5 Jimmy 4x4 "Rusty Nuts" '77 Chevy K5 Blazer 2wd '83 Chevy stepside "You get what you pay for" - Mike 'swervin ervin' Ervin

03-03-2003, 03:50 PM	#21
78SilveradoSWB Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2002 Location: Beaverton, OR Posts: 1,615	Sorry to hear about your job situation. It seems so wide spread, but with your skills you are very marketable. Wish for better days ahead..... __________________ Mitch 1978 Chevrolet Silverado C 10 454 BB, TH400

03-03-2003, 05:04 PM	#22
crossy Oh,you can't buy that new Join Date: Apr 2000 Location: Pennsville,N.J. 08070, USA Posts: 2,039	what really sux is remember you telling me you liked your boss, thats an even more rare situation. You guys just keep running your puters and leave your lights on and I'll be OK . I like my present boss too. It was a good move for me over a year ago. maybe I'll see you in May. in TN. ? DAVE __________________ "been there, done that, ruined the T-shirt". 2007 LBZ GMC Sierra, ECSB 2006 LM7 RCSB Silverado 98 Vortec project. 94,3500,6.5L 4L80 81 SWB GMC POS finally gone 73 Pinto, stock, w/CragarSS's-eww LOTS of Cummins trucks.

03-03-2003, 07:08 PM	#24
Zilverado Account Suspended Join Date: Nov 2002 Location: Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada Posts: 798	Sorry to hear about the job situation Mike. It's never easy, even if you're semi-expecting it. I've found that these situations usually result in something even better than what you had before. So, just keep your positive attitude and I'm sure you'll be fine. God Bless,

03-03-2003, 11:34 PM	#25
mike reeh 5 day ban, learn to behave. Join Date: Nov 2002 Location: san diego, ca Posts: 684	Care to give some details on the layoff? Work slow out there? There was a few weeks there recently where I had to find work elsewhere to keep the cash flow flowing. construction -- sigh. we cant build em fast enough out here though, mike. ever think of moving to southern california? i know where you could get a job as a framer or finish carpenter right now. plus california has wayy more and cooler trucks than NC good luck. -mike PS- what ever happened with that tv show thing that wanted to showcase your website

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