I got laid off..

[acidvoodoo]

Ugh man, sorry to hear that. This layoff shit needs to stop!

 

[Wayniac3]

Sorry to hear this.
Good luck

 

[stratjacket]

Sucks, wish I could help other sending good vibes. Not connected to that sales world at all. I do have about 50 openings right now but all IT.

 

[napalmdeath]

Very sorry to hear that. I've been there also. When My kids were younger and my wife was a stay at home Mom.
Try to stay positive. Do you have an updated resume? It would be good to have it saved on your phone to apply as soon as the emails hit your inbox. Most HR folks stop collecting resumes after 10 or less applicants.
I had good luck finding a job on zip recruiter I think it was about 10 years ago. I was back to getting a paycheck in 6 weeks last time.

Yeah, my resume is current, and ready. I was already looking because I saw it coming.

Only plus is they're paying me a month's severance, plus 67hrs of vacation I had. It's not much, but it's better than a "fuck you".

 

[JackBootedThug]

Sucks bro. Sorry…. If I can do anything lemme know…..

 

[rsm]

Sorry to hear.

If you have a successful sales track record, it may not hurt to look at other sales positions in similar, related industries, or other industries. though some can be or require high specialization and knowledge.

In tech sales where I was for example, (computer software and hardware) most sales people have tech backgrounds, but not specific product area expertise with some exceptions. Sales are often paired with tech specialists who know the product, the competitive landscape, SWOT, etc.

Tech sales was all about relationships, responsiveness, consistency, trust; technical depth and knowledge is left to the real experts.

just some alternatives that might be options to consider.

Good luck.

 

[BenoA]

Sad to hear and stay strong. As suggested @rsm you can search for other sales positions. I am in the elevator industry. It's doing fine. No slow down at the moment.

 

[4406cuda]

Sorry to hear that.

I was laid off Feb. 2 and started a new job March 25.

Best wishes!

 

[Omnipotent1]

Inside Sales for a chemical manufacturer. I've been in Industrial Distribution since the 90's. 15 Inside, 7 Outside, 2 years as a Branch Manager, and several as an Area Sales Manager. My background is Fluid Power, Hydraulics, and Power Transmission. This job actually sucked. I made less than 20 years ago after I left my last job where I had a boss that was a tyrant, bully, and micromanager.

A veteran of the industry... hmm.. They didn’t deserve you brother. Remember that. Breathe easy. Time to bounce back

 

[ChurchHill]

Maybe this is OT, feel free to move it there. I was laid off this AM. Business is down, and the job scene is dismal at best. This really sucks.

Man, that sucks. I fear I'm getting ready to know the feeling, too. Hang in there, things have a way of working out, even if it's impossible to see in the midst of it all. Just don't forget that you're not alone, too much of this going around.

 

[VonBonfire]

I am in the elevator industry. It's doing fine. No slow down at the moment.

I see what you did there.

 

[phillybhatesme]

So you got gear for sale?
Sucks man, sorry to hear that. Sounds like you’re in a pretty specific field too. Are you going to be able to find another similar job in the same field? Or are you gonna look for something else?

 

[CoreyW]

Sounds like its time to apply to their competitors... you already know the client base.

 

[romanianreaper]

I have learned more in my life from the bad things, surprises, challenges, etc. than I have from when things were going good. I hope you find a job way better than the one you have and get paid more.

 

[gibson08]

Sorry to hear that, hang in there !

 

[napalmdeath]

Sorry to hear.

If you have a successful sales track record, it may not hurt to look at other sales positions in similar, related industries, or other industries. though some can be or require high specialization and knowledge.

In tech sales where I was for example, (computer software and hardware) most sales people have tech backgrounds, but not specific product area expertise with some exceptions. Sales are often paired with tech specialists who know the product, the competitive landscape, SWOT, etc.

Tech sales was all about relationships, responsiveness, consistency, trust; technical depth and knowledge is left to the real experts.

just some alternatives that might be options to consider.

Good luck.

That's what I did with this job. It was totally different selling chemicals. My background is in hydraulics primarily.

 

[Floyd Eye]

That's what I did with this job. It was totally different selling chemicals. My background is in hydraulics primarily.

Maybe look at heavy equipment sales ?

 

[Beyond Black]

Sorry to hear this ND, hope this has only made you available for a much better opportunity.

 

[guitarmike]

Stay positive, be open to anything and you will be in a new career before you know it.

 

[The~Kid]

Sorry brother..... It's tough man. Hope you find something sooner than later and you deserve better man and as others have said stay positive brother.