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Modelers Lounge => Time to relax => Topic started by: Epeeman on May 01, 2014, 07:34:10 AM
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All,
After a terrible start to this year, I am finally able to report that I have (finally) been successful if getting a job.
The last two months have been nothing but stress and worry (the biggest worry regarding losing the home we only recently moved into) and I was seriously starting to wonder if I would ever work again. After 32 years of solid work, losing my job hit me hard from a pride point of view.
Hopefully, all good now - I had the second stage interview in London yesterday and was offered the job (Assistant Technical Compliance Advisor - basically, a health and safety advisor) with a company called Cushman and Wakefield late this morning - I have even managed to get the salary at the higher end of the pay scale (although slightly less than I was earning before) so I am happy - as you can imagine, my wife is over the moon.
Only those who have experience of losing work and the stress of job hunting can really appreciate what I have been through. Having to sign on welfare was the most demeaning experience I have ever endured. I am so glad it is over!!
As part of the job offer, I have had to commit to some work based study (fire safety qualification) which I am more than happy to do - although this will mean model making mayl have take second place in the short term ............... I start my new job next Tuesday after the Bank holiday.
If anybody ever has the misfortune to go through this, my strong advice is be persistent in job hunting and to flood the market with your CV. You will end up chasing your tail and have a lot of ups and downs along the way, but if you keep at it something will come up.
I can start to really dream again - I'm hoping (now the house is safe) to re-start my flying lessons - we'll see.
Please wish me luck for next week!
Regards
Dave
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Bravo Dave! This is wonderful news. If you don't mind I'll raise a glass (or more likely in my case a cup of tea) to your success.
Best wishes
Nigel
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Congratulations, Dave! I'm so happy for you.
Cheers,
Bud
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Well done Dave, all the best of luck with your new job.
Des.
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Dave,
good luck in the new Job and the best for it.
Martin
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Congratulations on securing your new job Dave, I wish you and your family all the very best. Have a good weekend.
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Congrats, and best of luck!
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Man, I like hearing good news. I'm happy for you, Dave!
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Hello Dave,
Many congratulations my friend! Although I never had to look for a new job, I can easely imagine what you have been through. I wish you all the luck in the world.
Kind regards
Patrick
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That is wonderful news, Dave! After such a world-shattering experience, it is
heartwarming to see that things are turning around for you. Thank you for
sharing this good news with us and best of luck in your new job!
Cheers,
Ernie :)
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Congratulations and the best of luck.
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This is all very good, Dave. :) It's always a pleasure to hear good news about our Members. Best wishes in the new position and with your flying training!
Cheers,
Lance
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Fantastic news! I went through some similar, and I can relate to your situation. Best of luck and 3 cheers!
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Thank you all, gentleman -
Looking forward to getting back to normal!
Regards
Dave
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Sorry this is late but I have been away (again!). Being unemployed was one of the most soul-destroying and distressing experiences that I have had. I would only wish it on those who criticise others who are unemployed through no fault of their own - it might make them change their minds….
I can only say hooray for you - never mind having to sacrifice a few hours of modelling - you have a future again and some security and feeling of self-worth. I too will drink to your health and future happiness and hope that you do not repeat this experience.
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Congrats Dave,
I know the feeling well, I was made redundant 2 years ago, took my a year to find a new job. It's the best feeling though isn't it, when those worries fade away and the weight is suddenly gone! All the best and I really hope you enjoy it,
Regards
Justin
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Woohoo! Excellent news & good luck in the new job!
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Lone modeller, Justin and Graham -
Thank you all for the lovely words of support - I really do appreciate them.
Regards
Dave
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Hello Dave:
Congratulations on your job. I know the feeling and am glad that you were able to keep your home and your sanity. It is so demeaning applying for welfare and unemployment, and the effort of interview after interview. I am happy for you and wish you the best in your new job.
Best wishes
Mark
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Congratulations, Dave!
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Mark and Vickers,
Thanks, guys - it really means a lot to me to receive words of encouragement (I'm not the most self confident of individuals) like this. Honestly, I'm really proud to be a member of such a friendly, helpful modelling forum that has been setup by Des.
Regards
Dave
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G'day, Dave.
It's about time that things started going your way, mate. The new job sounds like you'll enjoy the work, which is even better.
Well done, Dave.
Dal.