Some here wonder why it is so difficult to simply move on. Maybe because I gave my best to this company for many years, like many others, and in the end Dell gets rid of us without thinking twice about it.
I understand that it's all just business, but working here meant so much more than just doing our job well, so many literally subordinated their lives to this company. And then someone asks why it's so hard to just move on.
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I got laid off early in my career in my 20's. I learned a valuable lesson that day. I'm now in my late 50s and every company that I worked for since then was just a job to me. Never cared about the corporate culture. I had realized early that I was just a pawn in the game. I've seen alot of folks let go over the years and it was always the same message. You've been made redundant, we're cutting costs, thanks for your service but there's the door.
Unfortunately not everyone knows how bad the Dell culture really is until you work somewhere else. Those laid off will land on their feet and probably find a better work environment. Pay or benefits may be worse but that’s the trade off.
Laid off too on Feb 10. I'm more relieved than anything else, but I've only been with Dell for a little less than a year. If I were more time-invested, I would have been much more resentful and shocked. But, I've got an interview with another company on Monday, and am focusing on that. I am just playing the hands that were dealt me. FYI, I was an FSE if that means anything relevant. We all deal with disappointments differently, and TBH I've had a few instances of being angry at the situation, but I have to remind myself that I need to move ahead of this. For what it's worth.
in a relationship it's always feels better to dump someone then getting dumped.
Same here, find a new job and move on.
WTF bruh what are you trying to say?
Recommendation to those still at Dell. Quiet Quit. Working hard & doing a great job didn't pay off. Dell sucks. They will suck the life out of you & then kick you to curb.
simply a case of "i love you more than you love me."
that's all that's to it. dont overthink. make plans to move forward and try to avoid the above.
Dell is a decent place to work but for many of the folks let go, they put in time relatively unheard of in major metro areas into this company. I’m still a relative newbie but I’ve been through layoffs at other places. Unfazed (also not laid off but whatever-plenty of jobs out there-I was laid off when there were not like 2002 and 2008). When you’ve been somewhere 10-15-20-25 years…ouch. Stop giving companies the best of you. I mean “bleed Dell blue” is ridiculous. Keep that sh-t for your family, people you care about and yourself. F corporate America. You’re a cog in the wheel-not “work family” not “valued” nada. That’s why it’s so hard to move on. Ya’ll bought that sell-it it hurts when you realize it wasn’t true. Just like any relationship. Get therapy-I’m not being dismissive here, some of you will need it.
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or you could just 'BE A MAN "
Ah but that warm feeling of release. Followed by the vapors of hades.
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Yes, it can make it harder to move on from a toxic job or an abusive organization if you live in an area near your job or if you keep seeing reminders of your previous workplace during the day. This can cause you to feel like you are still a part of that environment and can trigger negative emotions and memories associated with it.
Seeing reminders of your previous workplace can make it difficult to establish a new routine and can disrupt your efforts to create a positive and supportive work environment. It can also make it harder to detach emotionally from the toxic work environment and to move forward in a positive way.
If you are finding it difficult to move on because of reminders of your previous workplace, it may be helpful to take steps to physically distance yourself from those reminders. This could include changing your route to work, finding a new place to spend your lunch break, or even considering a move to a new neighborhood.
You may also find it helpful to seek support from a therapist or support group, as well as to engage in self-care practices that can help you manage your emotions and reduce stress. This could include activities such as exercise, meditation, journaling, or spending time in nature.
Remember, moving on from a toxic job or an abusive organization can be a challenging process, but it is possible. By taking steps to create a supportive and positive work environment, seeking support from others, and engaging in self-care practices, you can begin to heal and move forward in a positive direction.
There are a few reasons why it can be difficult to move on from a toxic job or an abusive organization, especially after experiencing a layoff:
Loss of Identity: When people spend a lot of time in a toxic work environment, they can become closely identified with their job or organization. This can make it difficult to separate themselves from the negative experiences they had and move on.
Emotional Trauma: Toxic work environments can cause significant emotional trauma, including anxiety, depression, and even PTSD. Recovering from this trauma can take time and effort, and people may struggle to feel like they are ready to move on.
Financial Instability: Layoffs can lead to financial instability, which can make it difficult to feel like it's safe to move on. People may feel like they need to stay in a toxic work environment because they need the income or benefits.
Fear of Rejection: After experiencing a layoff, people may fear that they will be rejected by other employers or that they will struggle to find another job. This fear can make it difficult to take the steps needed to move on.
Social Isolation: Toxic work environments can also lead to social isolation. People may feel like they have lost their social network and may struggle to find new connections and support systems.
All of these factors can make it challenging to move on from a toxic job or an abusive organization. It's important to recognize that it is okay to take time to heal and recover, and that seeking support from a therapist, career counselor, or support group can be helpful in the process. It may also be helpful to set small, achievable goals for moving on and to celebrate progress along the way.
Dell on Earth!
@axo+1ldSO491 I find the fact that you’ve lived this long both surprising and disappointing.
I had a movement during the telecom with my skip and HR. Packed it for days then the anxiousness released it into my pants.
It was a very uncomfortable zoom meeting to say the lease