Don't sweat it, there is life after a layoff.
Keep a positive attitude and you will overcome this minor setback.
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Where Tech Workers are "Landing" (Hourly Sector) in portland
When tech employees move into the hourly market, they tend to cluster in roles that value their background in systems and operations:
Logistics/FulfillmentFamiliarity with complex supply chains and ERP systems.$21.50 – $26.00
Technical RetailExpertise in hardware (e.g., high-end electronics, specialized hobby shops).$19.00 – $24.00
Project-Based Gig WorkAutonomy and the ability to keep a "flexible" schedule for interviewing.Variable
Skilled TradesPivoting to HVAC, electrical, or plumbing where "blue-collar" growth is surging.$30.00+ (Apprentice)
There are so many out of work a single position at home depot got 5k apps. Oregon is f'ed
Will I be na--d and afraid?
With AI, good luck getting a job again that is not manual labor.
if you are in portland or work in TD that light at the end of the tunnel will shine bright for you.
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it is the light of the on coming train
I've been looking for past 1 year, working uber and other part time jobs to get by
Good luck at Mcdonalds sorry its the truth
Life after layoff is always better than life stuck at ShitTel as far as I hear.