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Disappointed: A Call to Action in Healthcare
I’m disappointed that healthcare has become a BUSINESS FIRST, instead of it being PATIENT FIRST. I’m upset that BUSINESS MAJORS earn bonuses while clinical staff has a reduction in staff & in some cases, their shift differential cut.
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Is The Fire Movement Over?
Is the FIRE Movement over? Do you think the FIRE Movement Will End Due to COVID-19? I found this very question online over the last week. Obviously this question arose from the current mass layoffs, the current plunge in the stock market, & COVID pandemic. In particular, it’s possible that the RE (retire early) component of FIRE is the most disrupted, but I wouldn’t say it’s ‘over’. Those that were aiming for early retirement may have to take a step back and re-assess, but I’d doubt most FIRE folks have ‘thrown in the towel’. How has it disrupted your plans? In fact for us, to think positively on this situation…it’s…
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Navigating Your Way Through a Job Lay-off…Take Action
Don’t be afraid to negotiate. After all, as much as you want to jump back in so you can get income again, that doesn’t mean you have to accept crazy hours, crazy shifts, etc where YOU have to make all types of sacrifices for your employer.
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Tough Times. Living and Surviving During COVID-19
As challenging as things are at the moment, have hope; stay the course; work together; set a positive example for everyone around you; be better than our leaders; show up for your life; stick to your goals; turn to loved ones for support; build each other up; talk about what the future holds for you; stay busy; and MOST IMPORTANTLY STAY SAFE AND HEALTHY.
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Navigating Your Way Through a Job Layoff…Next Steps
When searching and applying for new jobs, consider opportunities outside your homebase. Expand your knowledge into other areas, other businesses. Home will always be home, maybe the best opportunities lie outside your State lines.
