It is almost a week since Black Tuesday, or the day I found out my job was being eliminated at the end of the year. This week has been a whirlwind of emotions—both good and bad.

I am very sad about having to leave my group and these wonderful people that I’ve worked with. I am really sad to leave the projects I was working on and leading. I am sad that the ideas I was working on will now float away and won’t see the light of day. I am also mystified as to why ANY company tries to solve short term problems with long-term and very costly solutions. But, that’s a whole other topic!

I am resolved to turn this unfortunate turn of events into a killer opportunity to do something that challenges me. I am looking for positions that are exciting, challenging, daunting even. My next job is out there and it will be awesome.

I feel like I need to prove my worth. {Mostly to myself} My self-esteem took a direct hit last week, that’s for sure.  I know I would kick butt in whatever position I accept. I am a killer strategic thinker and can identify problems and find and implement the right solutions.  I know I didn’t lose my job because of my performance or lack thereof. I know it’s a numbers game. I get it. I do. So, I am staying positive, reaching out to my network for support and advice, and will land a new position soon.

You have to stay positive, right?

That’s my goal.

suzi