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Apply at the place your work husband works at. Maybe he could put in a good word for you.
Toxic work cultures are awful. Sorry you're in one.
Not a work buddy or silly memory. There is someone I used to think well of, who hurt me when they terminated me. In my pain, I felt wronged and responded in a way that hurt them. I seen through their words how deep I hurt them and realized that I didn't want to act this way towards them and why. I suppose they must resent me still. While I canโt change the past, maybe one day I can say hello and invite them for coffee, allowing us both to find peace and move on. Or me at least. I doubt they give me any thought.
If something opens up within my expertise, I most definitely would love to go there. Regardless, I'm definitely going to be working on my resume this weekend and looking for some new prospects. ๐
I'm sorry to hear about that experience you had. Work relationships are a tricky thing. We try to be professional, but can grow to like, enjoy, and respect people in the process. Acquaintances become friends. You enjoy drinks together and laughs. And then someone gets a directive which means doing hard things that could wreck that all.
I've recently had to remove a couple people from my team that, as far as humans go, are super awesome and enjoyable to be with, but in terms of the task, weren't a good fit at all. It bothers me constantly because the company is laying off so many folks these days and I'm worried they'll be next.
Anyway, I appreciate you sharing your story. It's very real. Just how choices can bounce around in your mind and heart for years after. I've found that reaching out to intentionally mend and heal goes a long way. I don't know if you're in that place or are even able, but I do hope that you two could really get a coffee sometime. ๐
That's wonderful! I hope you find a workplace that isn't soul crushing.
It's tough. If you don't mind me asking what industry and work do you do?
They didn't get a directive. I think now they are VP. I don't know when or if I'd ever see them again to ask if they'd like to have coffee. Thank you though. ๐