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ProfoundPelican

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Facing Sudden Layoff in Financial Consulting—What Should I Do Next? 😰

Hey everyone, I could really use some advice right now. I joined a financial consulting firm in Chicago two years ago, straight out of college. Because of some personal issues, I had to work remotely for a few months, but I was upfront with my employer about it. Ever since I returned to the office, things have felt off—colleagues seem distant, and I haven’t been assigned any new projects for weeks, even after getting great feedback on my last case. Now, with the economy slowing down and our private equity clients pulling back, business has dried up. I reached out to HR about new work, but got a cold "Nothing new." Today, they scheduled a meeting with me and another HR rep, and I have a sinking feeling I’m about to be laid off. I’m anxious and honestly don’t know what to expect or how to prepare. If you’ve been through something similar, what should I ask in this meeting? How can I set myself up for a comeback? I’d really appreciate any advice or encouragement right now. 🙏 #LayoffAdvice #CareerTransition #WorkplaceStruggles #JobCareer #Career

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WildWhimsy

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Shocked by Coworkers' High Net Worth at 33! Am I Falling Behind? 😱

I'm 33, working as a project manager in Dallas, making around $85k a year. I just found out some people my age have a net worth of $500k or more! It honestly blew my mind and now I can't stop comparing myself. Every day at work, I feel like I'm hustling just to keep up, but my savings don't seem to reflect all the effort. My coworkers talk about investments and side hustles, and I feel lost. Am I missing something, or is everyone just exaggerating? Has anyone else felt this way? What should I be doing differently to get ahead? I could really use some advice from people who've been through this. 😔 #JobCareer #CareerGrowth #WorkplaceStruggles

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GlimmerGlide

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Is My Job Just a Fancy Title for Doing Nothing? 🤔

I landed what seemed like a dream job in Chicago: great office, friendly colleagues, and a decent paycheck. But here's the catch—my daily task is to scroll through online listings for printer supplies, compare prices, and pass leads to the buying team. That’s it. Eight hours a day, every day. It sounds important, but honestly, I feel like my role is just a dressed-up title for something that adds zero value to society. I’m not learning anything new, and it’s hard to shake the feeling that I’m just wasting time and coffee. Sometimes I wonder if anyone else feels stuck in a job that sounds impressive but feels pointless. Has anyone else dealt with this? How do you cope with the frustration of doing work that feels meaningless? I’d really appreciate some advice or even just to know I’m not alone in this. 😩☕️ #WorkplaceStruggles #CareerAdvice #FeelingStuck #JobCareer

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