Recession - The word that everyone is talking about now. The news in the papers, on TV, stories we hear from friends, from work, from clients. All grey and gloomy. The property market is declining (which is great!), companies and stores closing down, banks shutting and being bought over, all industries looking at cost cutting, people stop travelling, people cautious of spending. They've said that this recession started in Dec 2007 and will usually last for 18 months... and if that's true, come June 2009... things should get better. So we shall wait and see. Just one question, just how did we get ourselves into this state?! No one realise and forecast what was coming? Were we really living in a big bubble waiting to burst?!
Re-structuring - Actually got the news when I first arrived back in Singapore a few weeks ago. Not a piece of good news to start off a short weekend back home but I soldiered on. Basically, they've decided and have to re-structure my department because Paris Head Office have decided not to fund our operations as from 2009. And therefore my section will not exist as from January. They've offered me two options within the company. Pressing for time upon arrival, I went along, convinced myself that it is the right thing to do. Said yes to the process of re-applying for a job.
Re-think - When the dust starts to settle, you then see more clearly of what is being presented to you. It's two great positions but I'm not excited of them. Moving on to a new job, I've always been and wanted to be motivated, excited, driven, feeling new, energise, curious and know that I can make a different and impact. But this time I'm not. To be fair, after 3.5 years with the company, I'm dying for a change. I've been looking for a change for the last 6 months. I know it's important for me to have a job now especially in this current climate, but should I go into something that I will not enjoy and one that I've been trying to get out from? Should I just get something and then start looking around further? What about floristry? I do not have any huge financial commitment & no mortgages, no family to feed... so why not? Have I not been complaining about not having enough time holding a full time job and still venturing into floristry part time? I enjoy what I do for a living but isn't the client interactions and showcasing of hotels that I truely enjoy but not the business dealing side of things? Wasn't the creativity of floristry that drove me to it in the first place?
Redundancy - It is very surreal. I've never ever been in this situation before and never thought I'll be. I've decided to take the redundancy package. I've decided not to go forth with the two positions. Had a long discussion with D, explained to him the logic behind my decision and have assured him that I will not be a burden to him in many ways. In fact, he was so proud and glad that I've decided on taking this route. Regardless of whatever happens, he will always support me he said. It is a very risky step to take but I'm willing to take the plunge. Of course I will still be looking for new opportunities but until I find the right role with the right company, floristry is the word! We've all heard of great stories and successes that people have carved out for themselves after redundancy and I can only pray that it will happen to me too. I've packed my bags and ventured into Sydney on me own before! I've moved everything to London and started my career in the hotel industry 7.5 years ago and now I'm with D and have a fantastic group of friends here. Surely I can do it again! Life's too short. Live a little. Say a little prayer for me though!
Re-structuring - Actually got the news when I first arrived back in Singapore a few weeks ago. Not a piece of good news to start off a short weekend back home but I soldiered on. Basically, they've decided and have to re-structure my department because Paris Head Office have decided not to fund our operations as from 2009. And therefore my section will not exist as from January. They've offered me two options within the company. Pressing for time upon arrival, I went along, convinced myself that it is the right thing to do. Said yes to the process of re-applying for a job.
Re-think - When the dust starts to settle, you then see more clearly of what is being presented to you. It's two great positions but I'm not excited of them. Moving on to a new job, I've always been and wanted to be motivated, excited, driven, feeling new, energise, curious and know that I can make a different and impact. But this time I'm not. To be fair, after 3.5 years with the company, I'm dying for a change. I've been looking for a change for the last 6 months. I know it's important for me to have a job now especially in this current climate, but should I go into something that I will not enjoy and one that I've been trying to get out from? Should I just get something and then start looking around further? What about floristry? I do not have any huge financial commitment & no mortgages, no family to feed... so why not? Have I not been complaining about not having enough time holding a full time job and still venturing into floristry part time? I enjoy what I do for a living but isn't the client interactions and showcasing of hotels that I truely enjoy but not the business dealing side of things? Wasn't the creativity of floristry that drove me to it in the first place?
Redundancy - It is very surreal. I've never ever been in this situation before and never thought I'll be. I've decided to take the redundancy package. I've decided not to go forth with the two positions. Had a long discussion with D, explained to him the logic behind my decision and have assured him that I will not be a burden to him in many ways. In fact, he was so proud and glad that I've decided on taking this route. Regardless of whatever happens, he will always support me he said. It is a very risky step to take but I'm willing to take the plunge. Of course I will still be looking for new opportunities but until I find the right role with the right company, floristry is the word! We've all heard of great stories and successes that people have carved out for themselves after redundancy and I can only pray that it will happen to me too. I've packed my bags and ventured into Sydney on me own before! I've moved everything to London and started my career in the hotel industry 7.5 years ago and now I'm with D and have a fantastic group of friends here. Surely I can do it again! Life's too short. Live a little. Say a little prayer for me though!
4 comments:
i know U can! hugs.
I believe in you (^_^)
You've always had that lucky charm.
hey good luck. and if u need a ear to listen u know who to call.
Why am I always the last....to read your blog? Hey, new year, new beginnings, new tidings, new you. What's the worst that could happen? Come back to SG of corz! We r always here for you.
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