[Bilbo1967]

Originally Posted by Sparrow

Sorry to hear that Bilbo.

Where I work, senior managers have been issuing veiled 'threats' for months. I suspect they're using the economic situation as an excuse to try bullying us into submission (where we get to do more for less, and they get bigger bonuses as a result) - but all they're actually doing is demotivating everyone to the point we just do the job, and don't give a stuff.

Maybe they're trying the same tactics at your place too.

I think you're right. The company I work for made massive profits last year and is on track to do the same this year. I am convinced that they are using the current economic situation to cut costs in an agressive way.

Originally Posted by Moejoe

Senior Managers? Isn't that a euphamism for 'wankers' Sorry, but I hate managers of all ilks, and I haven't met one yet who wasn't an unnuterrable idiot and made me want to punch them in the face immediately.

Sorry to hear about the job, Bilbo. If they give you any hassle just punch them in the face, you'll feel better

No doubt I would. I'll let you know how that goes.

Originally Posted by krisk

and certainly unemployed

Indubitably!

Originally Posted by Moejoe

If they're going to fire you, go out with a bang, that's what I always say

I'll do that. Not so much burning bridges as dropping a huge nuclear bomb on them.

Originally Posted by Peverel

Bilbo sorry to hear about your job. I hope it works out for you. I still believe a company is only as good as it's people regardless of its size. Too many 'Managers' take little to no real responsibility for either their people or the company they represent.

@moejoe, as a business owner and 'Manager' I resemble your 'wanker' comment

Thanks Peverel.

Thanks all for your kind words - I'll let you know how things develop, but I think it'll be a long process.