Mainly those who were laid off? I'm just curious, because for me, as soon as they're gone, that's usually the last I hear from them, or they hear from me.
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No. Unfortunately, it’s only “family”
while you’re working there and they need you.
I stay in touch all the time...
@bs no, I know because I was one of several contacted. Had to say I'm sorry but I can't help you as I don't work for TIAA anymore. It's just like how a manager or coworker can't give a recommendation to anyone laid off for a new role because of the disclosures we signed.
Being asked things like how did you do xyz? Usually for things that were quarterly or rarely happened but they were the experts on.
Like hire us back or make us part time / contractors... Or figure it out yourself... Most things I can't remember especially without my computer or files I had before returning the laptop.
Were those Denver folks offered jobs or hired as a consultant I hope?
Of course! Some but not all... sometimes via text, meetups outside of work hours like for coffee or golf, but usually via LinkedIn.
It is important to keep ones network strong, especially for if/when people eventually get the boot here and need a new job. I know firsthand and was able to connect with a former colleague who knew my skill set and heard about a job opportunity in their network at a different firm. Kinda like the 6 degrees of separation or whatever it's called.
Sometimes it works out sometimes it doesn't. But networking and remaining in contact is very important. The job market now is extremely tough so it is almost equally important for WHAT you know and WHO you know.
Also knew some folks in recent Denver waves who were contacted and asked about how they did things after being let go because either the replacement couldn't handle it or it wasn't properly documented.