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| I am employed full time. |
   
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84 | 53.85% |
| I am employed part time. |
  
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7 | 4.49% |
| I do freelance work. |
  
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7 | 4.49% |
| I am on unemployment. |
  
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6 | 3.85% |
| I am not currently employed. |
  
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4 | 2.56% |
| I am not currently employed but looking for a job. |
  
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7 | 4.49% |
| I am currently employed and looking for a better job. |
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7 | 4.49% |
| I work more than one job. |
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6 | 3.85% |
| I am on disability. |
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15 | 9.62% |
| Other: See thread for explanation |
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13 | 8.33% |
| Voters: 156. You may not vote on this poll | |||
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10-27-2013, 04:59 AM
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I'm a designer. My paid work is in theatre. This is my hobby. My main work is being a mother and a step mother. This is unpaid and is the love of my life.
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10-27-2013, 02:03 PM
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Old Butch Preferred Pronoun?:
Lesbian Butch so that would be she, but I come to just about anything *S* Relationship Status:
Single 
Join Date: Nov 2009
Location: FL
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After working in the medical field for over 19 yrs I am now retired on Disability and COBRA Living with my oldest son and watching my grandkids grow. I go to dialysis 3 time a week for 3 1/2 hrs and pretty tired afterwards so Im actually glad Im not working. Im enjoying the New England weather instead of the Texas heat.
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11-03-2013, 05:37 PM
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Femme Join Date: May 2010
Location: Sharing my life with my granddaughter, family & friends. ツ
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Thought I would share briefly today that over the month of October, I was participating heavily in a prehiring process with a local tri-county agency. I was competing for a work placement that felt like it would be a good fit (for me). I didn't quite make it past the panel interview process and at first, before I got home, I thought I was going to be hired. But something interesting happened after I read their email which told me I wasn't hired: Within a short span of time, the same agency sent another work opportunity to me. So, once again, I'm going to scale the hiring process. Maybe the newest opportunity will prove to fit me better - at least I am hoping so.
For the record: I still don't have a job. I'm getting closer to finding a good job; so maybe by the end of November I'll be hired and find myself employed again.
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11-17-2013, 10:16 AM
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under the cover of starry starry nights...enjoying a warm fire in the pit ! 
Join Date: Oct 2010
Location: in a cabin in the woods
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a little set back.....
On Thursday I was laid off. I had not been there long, but the work and the contracts never produced what they thought. So here I am, looking over availabilities for job openings and expanding my search to Pennsylvania (central near Harrisburg). The relocating thoughts coincide with needing to change my living status. I am not just wanting my own space but needing it. I am applying for a non profit organization that offers benefits, as well as vacation and the pay allows me to have my own!! It is exciting to me!!! The non profit has been around for many many years and is not limited to Penna. Kinda funny how as I get older my thoughts of what I can do and what I can actually do don't always line up!! I am ready and willing for this
 and it may take a month or so of adjustment and such.....its all cool!
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11-24-2013, 02:44 AM
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Junior Member
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Femme Lesbian Preferred Pronoun?:
She,her Relationship Status:
Married 
Join Date: Sep 2011
Location: Yakima,Wa
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I work full time, with benefits. Believe me, for everyone who is looking, I too was in your shoes, don't give up!!
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11-24-2013, 09:08 AM
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Senior Member
How Do You Identify?:
Butch Relationship Status:
Flying Solo
Join Date: Apr 2011
Location: PNW
Posts: 2,258
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I was laid off 3 years ago after the company I worked for decided to outsource all of their IT staff. It's the second time in my life that has seen me in this position. Both times I decided to make big changes. The first time I switched careers. No regrets at all and I love what I do now. The second time I decided to relocated from the east coast to the west coast. I made it. I'm here. I love it!
During your time off do volunteer work. Employers LOVE this! It shows that you are filling your time constructively and not just sitting around waiting for something to fall in your lap. It also gets you out and networking with like minded folks who may be able to help you in finding a or securing a job. Study something new. Employers love, love, LOVE this too. There are ton of free online courses being offered by some pretty prestigious schools right now. MIT is offering a 600x series of IT classes that can earn you a certificate. Being fearless is mandatory in times like these as is taking risks. Both times I jumped off that cliff I landed squarely on my feet. I know there are so many of you still unemployed. Hang in there and don't be afraid to set yourselves apart from all others. Go big or go home Good luck!! |
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01-14-2014, 02:04 PM
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under the cover of starry starry nights...enjoying a warm fire in the pit !
Join Date: Oct 2010
Location: in a cabin in the woods
Posts: 636
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worth the wait......
Well here it is almost 2 months after my initial post about being laid off and finally landed that job I was pursuing. So many delays due to both holidays and a vacation by the HR department!! I worked part time while waiting to get through the ropes but well worth it. My total independence is connected to this job, the fact that it pays good and has full benefits is a bonus! Accepting this position has me relocated back to Pennsylvania, near Harrisburg but it's all good. A beautiful part of Pa and very rural at times. This I can handle over the fast paced city attitudes. Feels wonderful to finally be settled! My cat agrees!
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04-21-2016, 01:55 PM
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adding on, only working in concerts and sporting events 2 nights a week now. Employed ft working at a detention facility now
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