That all looks awesome! Great job bro I really liked the floor and the can’t wait to see the next one . Thank you sir 😎😀

Your a very handy guy with all that work you do. Hoping all goes well for you.

Randomly found you on KZbin (it's all connected) - as someone out of work for 6 months last year, i feel for you and i wish you good luck. Don't be afraid to reach out to your contacts (as much as a that's a tough pill to swallow sometimes) - i have done that, it feels kind of begging, but it can turn into opportunities. All the best from the UK

When the same thing happened to me in 2023, it turned out to be a sizeable blessing because, as you pointed out, it made more time for projects, yes, but I was also able to spend a lot of time with family during those months, including my grandfather, for whom that would be his last year with us. And when it was all said and done, the job I ended up with was notably better, so, a win in almost every regard.

The room is dark 🔦 😅

Please work with several recruiters. Something will work out soon; keep going!

I’m rooting for ya bud. I’ve been there and it can get overwhelming and frustrating especially in the times we are in. Networking and reaching out to as many people as possible is a must even if the results don’t come immediately someone is bound to see your worth.

Happy New Year to you and your family! I loved Hawaii! My honeymoon was on Oahu in 1981. Did a 5 island tour and enjoyed every second. Congratulations to becoming a Grandfather! I have 1 granddaughter here in Canada and 2 more in the UK. Love your optimism about 2025. You will have an amazing year! I know it 😊

Happy new year bro 🥳🌟💥😎 you’re going to crush it in 2025 going to be awesome! 😎 ❤

Congrats on being a granddad! Sounds like things are encouraging for you, my thoughts are with you.

Still watching and hoping your situation improves soon! Tapped the thumbs up tag multiple times, but it isnt working for some reason. At least the views will show the numbers.

I've been watching your unemployment adventures, and I'll keep watching. I went through a similar process twice in my career. The last was when I was 42 back in early 2000s. It took me about 4½ months to find my next position. And my wife was a stay at home mom. With a toddler. And pregnant. Hopefully COBRA won't be too much for you. But if it is you can now get state aid. And you mentioned your kids were grown and gone. Maybe you are in your 60s and can collect early social security if you need to?

What a pain in the ass. Stay focused on you bro. Stay positive. Things will get better. 😎

It's a good method. Keep yourself busy and never run out of goals. One recommendation which works really well for me: ask an AI engine (chat gpt or claude), to give you tips if you get stuck in anything

Interesting thoughts, thank you

Merry Christmas 🎄😎

Merry Christmas from Canada. Keeping busy certainly helps the day go by. Keep your spirits up and have a lovely family Christmas.

Its rough, feels like you are kicked out of a club or something. My longest unemployment stint was 8 months. Get's really boring after a while. I'd recommend getting to the career center and help with resume and linkedin sooner rather than later.

Hang in there. I’ve been there a couple of times and always ended at a better place. Your company’s loss…

Did you get any kind of severance package? My hubby had been laid off at age 55, after 17 years with one company - and was expected to train the new guy (in another state) and got zero in severance. Such a slap in the face. It took him many years to find a decent job - not a great job, but a decent job. Sigh.

When people say "There's life after layoff" I think that our personal lives were always there. They just didn't get as much attention and some people forget about them. Work is always temporary and cyclical. It's merely the financial side of work that creates such an imbalance in life. Working on projects is more fulfilling because you benefit and not your employer. If we are on this spinning rock for 70-80 years then unemployment seems much more temporary and insignificant. (Easy for me to say)

I was with a company 22 years then got kicked to the curb !!

Good luck man! My uncle tought me as a kid to treat everyday as it is the last day.

There are no jobs out there. Might want to look into getting your CDL instead of endlessly looking for another white collar job that does not exist.

A while back I wanted to remodel my basement, deck, and other things. Insane prices for simple drop in ceilings, and deck rebuilds. I would have hired someone if they were more affordable. The point I am trying to make is how about starting your own business! From home repair to you name it. Around here I can’t find a decent plumber. Just a suggestion. When ever one door closes another one opens.

Expand this youtube site you have established. Show the jobs you are doing around the house, day trips, etc. Add catchy titles and you could be making money from youtube! Good luck to you and your family. I will subscribe and hope you do magnificently!

Very cool camper. Good luck.

I’ve been there several times, it’s a devastating feeling. Your daily purpose is gone, the work relationships are gone and the loss of income is a gut punch. Unemployment is only for a 6 mth period , only pays 66% of what you made & that time goes quickly. Unemployment usually offered free re-training opportunities, look into them. Consider a new skill set something totally different from your career to date. I went from being a VP in Banking to becoming a Nurse. Why? Because as a nurse I could always find work & the field interested me.

Start fasting. Research crypto, talk to a financial advisor. And don’t buy things you don’t need for years. Have a plan!

I'm 35 and have switched 12 jobs since 2008. I don't mind.. My goal to become self employed one day

33 years is a third of a lifetime. That is a long time. It will be hard but it’ll pass.

Been through three layoffs in my working career. I made it to social security somehow and avoided being homeless. It wasn’t easy.

Sorry to hear about your endeavor sir

Why are your lights on during the middle of the day? It's a very bad habit.

Don't ever get up

First time in 33 yrs , that’s real good . I hope your prepared to be unemployed for a while. Even with skills hiring of older folks is problematic at best . Wish you the best

Im not turning in my phone or laptop. Those have confidencial files on it and emails and will be destroyed on my watch, writing zeroes or filling up the drives with files is not enough. Sorry for the weird rant

Really like your positivity. All the best!

For someone who lost a job of 33 years you seem very even keeled and balanced. That is important how you come across because companies can't care about your feelings in the hiring process. As a hiring manager who has my share of job losses you seem very competent and professional. Unfortunately you'll be working again at some point and this is really the only time one is truly off so try to pivot and enjoy some time for yourself.

You had a good run.... I have had to work overseas for much of my life to secure employment....from Ireland and the UK....I am 70 and still working because my CV is always out online....been to many countries....mouths to feed....so action stations.

Same here! Looking for a job in ur 50s is challenging!

I am unemployed for 1.5 yrs. Too tired to apply again. Now funds r draining.

I was 48, lost my job. It took me 3 months and 10 interviews to get something.

Do you have a bachelor's degree? You could substitute teach. It pays higher in blue states than red states. Just something to look into

I am 55 and also have been lucky enough to stay gainfully employed for 33 straight years. I am not worried about ageism, the slow job market, or anything or the rest of it because again, having been employed for 33 straight years , I’m financially set if this is it for my career.

Have a positive attitude makes a big difference in any situation. Come up with a plan. In the meantime have a happy holiday.

I never put too much trust into these jobs. Especially now, too much corruptions, not enough morals.

Last year I had the same thing happen and it took me 6 months to find a job. My age was a concern but I feel I don’t look my age. It took a while to find something and I pray for you. Use your contacts

Just remember it's not your fault man.

It feels good doesn't it? You don't have to be a corporate rat anymore. Can you feel that? The weight of a corporation forcing you to prioritize it over yourself has been lifted from your life.