I suppose the invite means they will tell me I've been laid off? I assumed that if I were selected they would have sent an offer letter in the email like they do during the PDC? I already know that one person has been notified and she decided to leave immediately this past Monday.
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If you have never quit or have been laid off, it is scary and ominous but also invigorating. I believe, after being with a few companies from quits & layoffs that it is an invaluable experience. You learn MUCH more as you move around. MUCH more. It's not even a question. Now some like security, safety, routine, etc. And I like that somewhat. But you learn so much more as you move around, about the industry, about people, about the world that ultimately you will be INFINITELY more well-rounded, experienced and educated if you get the opportunity to continue your rewarding career, just in a different location or industry. Even if the choice was not yours. It's actually a blessing in disguise. Really!
Just my 3 cents.
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I never been laid off before, its somewhat exciting yet sad as it will be a different routine overnight! met some good folks here.
I suppose the invite means they will tell me I've been laid off? I assumed that if I were selected they would have sent an offer letter in the email like they do during the PDC? I already know that one person has been notified and she decided to leave immediately this past Monday.
If you have never quit or have been laid off, it is scary and ominous but also invigorating. I believe, after being with a few companies from quits & layoffs that it is an invaluable experience. You learn MUCH more as you move around. MUCH more. It's not even a question. Now some like security, safety, routine, etc. And I like that somewhat. But you learn so much more as you move around, about the industry, about people, about the world that ultimately you will be INFINITELY more well-rounded, experienced and educated if you get the opportunity to continue your rewarding career, just in a different location or industry. Even if the choice was not yours. It's actually a blessing in disguise. Really!
Just my 2 cents.
For me, it was liberating. Fresh start, new job, new company, better pay, better people, no threats or workplace back stabbing any more. Full relocation, vested, made money on house, out of a terrible state and back to one that's always been good to me. Learned a great deal about Chevron and certain people in certain areas that I can make use of when oil comes back and if I want to move again.
The good news for you is that there are a fair number of jobs out there for HES specialists. You should be good to go with another company that is not part of the oil industry.
Been with CVX for 9 years and I work for the HES function.
I can't blame the woman who left. Why stay when you are basically being told that you are just not good enough to stay and your contribution is of no value. For the OP, what is your age, are you married, what is your degree level and field of study, how many years have you been at Chevron or the industry in general?