Wish me luck......

[ww2farmer]

After 20+ years at the same job, Monday I start looking for new employment. I am nervous, yet excited. I have not been in this position for a long time. I already have an interview next week with another operation doing very similar, if not the same work I have been doing the last 20 years, and will explore other places where my skills and exp. could be valuable, some perhaps out side the AG/Farming world.

 

No real juicy story to tell on my departure from my former company. As many of you know my boss suffered a terrible accident a few years ago, losing his right leg from the hip down. I thought that was the end right there, in more ways than one. I stayed on for a couple more years to see what would happen, and obviously things have changed during that time, and I am no longer happy or comfortable there. So we are parting ways.

 

Without getting into personal details, over the last year or so I have become a "middle man" between my boss/part owner, and his boss/ majority owner of the company. She wanted me to keep tabs on him, and challenge him on what I felt were questionable decisions as she had lost faith in him and his decision making process. Once my boss learned of this, he was very difficult to work with, and our relationship fell apart. 

 

It all came to a head last Weds. with him informing me he didn't want me there any more, and her saying "he can't do that to you, you work for me". And in my best interest I decided I was not going to play this game anymore, and since I am just an employee, and he's a little more, guess who had to go?? So right then and there, after 20 years it was over. Not a healthy position to be in for me, or for anyone IMHO. I made arrangements Friday with the owner for my back vacation time/severance pay, and said my good byes to both him, her and my former co-workers and will move onward and (hopefully) upward starting Monday.

[Buckeye Ron]

Too bad the majority owner didn't intervene and send the other guy packing.  Then again, these things happen sometimes and I have no doubt that given your positive attitude you will end up in a better place. I wish you much success in finding your new role.

[jbw252]

Good luck with the job interviews.  I'm sorry this happened to you, but maybe this is for the better.  There's plenty of better employers out there looking for good employees such as yourself.  Keep you head up & stay positive.  

[ww2farmer]

2 minutes ago, Buckeye Ron said:

Too bad the majority owner didn't intervene and send the other guy packing.  Then again, these things happen sometimes and I have no doubt that given your positive attitude you will end up in a better place. I wish you much success in finding your new role.

Oh she tried to intervene, but it was more like a "can't you two just kiss and make up" deal...It seemed plainly obvious she had no interest in a "him or me" type situation. And I had no leverage to force the issue anyway, being just a paid employee. I saw this coming a mile away shortly after she put me in this position of being her eyes and ears on him last season. He started cutting my hours, giving my tasks to other guys, and trying to get me to quit as far back as last July/Aug. Those games picked right up where they left off last season when we got back at it a few weeks ago. It was a danged if you do, danged if you don't thing. Oh well...life goes on, I'll be fine. 

[Dwight Hottle]

Best wishes going forward. Sometimes things happen for a reason and a new beginning could just be around the corner. You are already handling it with grace. 

[RoLo]

I've never met you farmer, but I feel that I know you.

You've given me the sense that you're a clear thinker and a survivor, and really that's all it takes.

In any event, I wish you the best of luck, though you probably won't need it  

 

Roger

 

[slonezp]

As a guy who has been forced to change careers because of circumstances beyond my control, I can relate. Although our situations are quite a bit different, the end game is the same. With any luck, the new gig will be better than the last. If not, there's always the next one after that. You're fortunate you have 20 years experience. Although not many, there are some options for us old guys. I truly wish you well in your new endeavor. 

[jbsoonerfan]

You don't need any luck, I am sure you have the required skills to land a new, maybe even more satisfying job. Hope all goes well as I am betting it will.

[Raul]

Best of luck pal, go and make a killing !

[K_Mac]

I also wish you well. Good luck.

[Bluebasser86]

Good luck, hope everything works out for you. 

[*Hootie]

Best of luck to you Farmer. No doubt someone with your skills and years of experience will have no trouble relocating.

 

Hootie

[Sam]

Overall, it is a good move on your part.

 

You would have been in an untenantable position in the future and no matter what you did it would be wrong.

 

Good luck in finding a new career.

 

I would also like to suggest you follow your prior company to see if they close their doors. If so, then you got out at a good time.

 

All the best for your future endeavors.

[XpressJeff]

You'll do fine I am quite sure!

 

If you are able to come on here and talk about I am quite I tell sure you have the perseverance to see this through to a good resolution. Keep your chin up and your options open. NY is making big efforts to bring in New businesses.

 

Good luck!

[lonnie g]

best of luck to you. never know the cards we might get dealt. but do know that there is a reason for everything. and there is a plan for you. good thing is, we have someone from above to seek wisdom from.  

[roadwarrior]

You will be fine. I suspect your next employer will be VERY happy that you choose them

and will welcome you aboard with open arms. Good men with proven skills are hard to find.

 

[Mike L]

The best of luck to you for sure. 

I'm sure you'll come out of this more satisfied, successful and at peace wherever you end up. 

 

This could end up being the best thing that could have happened for your professional life going forward.  

 

Let us know when you land somewhere...I'm sure it won't be long

 

 

 

 

Mike

[whitwolf]

Best of luck to you Farmer. The thing I would keep In mind Is the way you have handled yourself Is admirable and that type of grace and goodness will translate well into your next career. Keep your head up and network all you can. Again, best of luck!

[Bankbeater]

Best of luck on your move forward.  You handled the situation very professionally.

[lo n slo]

Good luck man

[buzzed bait]

much luck in the job hunt man!

[ww2farmer]

Well that escalated quickly......................................

 

I have had 6 job interviews since my OP in this thread on Sat.

 

AND.....start a new gig Friday morning.

 

I am pretty excited. Thanks for the well wishes everyone.

 

 

[Mike L]

Good for you!

i wish you Great Success and a quick promotion! ?

 

 

 

Mike

[ClackerBuzz]

Good people are hard to find so you'll be grabbed by a company up in no time.  Good luck

[XpressJeff]

Well, how's the new gig working out?

 

Keep your chin up and remember that nobody owes you anything! Earn everything you get and you will feel better about yourself!!!!!!