I just got laidoff

I will still be working until November 25th, so not immediately dire. As well, I work for a union and there will hopefully be another position for me available for me to go into, but I am the sole working person in our household currently and the thought of both my husband and I being jobless is terrifying.

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FridaySteve@lemmy.world · 21 pts · 1y (2 replies)

I thought you you were bragging and I came to congratulate you, dogg 😭

Now I'm sorry that happened and I hope things turn around quick for your family.

MomoGajo@sh.itjust.works · 11 pts · 1y

My typo is why you shouldn't post ealy in the morning after a shitty sleep.

Thank you for your well wishes.

BootLoop@sh.itjust.works · 8 pts · 1y

Getting laid? Awesome.

Getting off? Great.

Getting laid off? Not having a good time.

It's a weird language.

bitofarambler@crazypeople.online · 8 pts · 1y (4 replies)

Hi there, if things get dire, teaching English online is very easy to get into for fluent English speakers.

Good back-pocket job, or regular pocket if you like it.

trxxruraxvr@lemmy.world · 8 pts · 1y (3 replies)

Tbh, I don't think the world needs more teachers without any didactic skills. If it's something you're actually good at, by all means go for it. But not everyone can be a good teacher.

bitofarambler@crazypeople.online · 3 pts · 1y (2 replies)

This is a very fortunate time for English speakers.

The job demand is enormous, so if a fluent English speaker needs money, teaching English is a good option to be aware of.

MakingWork@lemmy.ca · 3 pts · 1y (1 reply)

Where do you find these jobs? For which employers?

bitofarambler@crazypeople.online · 3 pts · 1y

Any number of "teach english online" lists include several options:

https://www.theteflacademy.com/tefl-guide/teach-english-online-with-no-degree/

I'd recommend getting the TEFL certificate to max out your pay, but it isn't necessary for some platforms.

AA5B@lemmy.world · 5 pts · 1y

That’s tough. I’m one of many in this economy who’s anxious about that possibility and wouldn’t wish it on anyone. The terrifying parts for me are that I have two kids in college, am trying to build retirement savings that I’m way behind on and will soon need, and ageism that will make it tougher to find a new position good luck finding a new place before it becomes an emergency

MisterNeon@lemmy.world · 4 pts · 1y

I was laid off in May. I wish I had a union. I hope you have better luck than I'm having.