I recently experienced a frustrating termination from a consulting firm in Houston where I worked remotely. During my 60-day review, which actually took place at 75 days, I was told I was doing great but expressed my concerns about constantly having to ask for work. They assured me they would figure out where to place me, and agreed to let me attend some meetings, although I wasn't the project manager, just a support role. The termination came as a shock. Just the Friday before, we had an in-person brunch where they praised my contributions and expressed how much I was valued. Then, on a Monday around 11 am, only 90 days into my role, I was informed via a Teams meeting that they wouldn't be extending my position due to performance issues. Honestly, I wasn't too attached to the job or the management style, so I accepted it. However, the real nightmare began after my termination. The letter I received cited my absence from optional meetings and my remote work arrangement—both of which had been approved. They said they would send my belongings and asked me to return my equipment the same day. I told them I couldn't return it that day but would do so the next. Three weeks passed without any communication about my items. When I finally reached out, I was told my belongings had been boxed and mailed. To my dismay, when the package arrived, it only contained my blazer and a pencil holder. My personal items, including photo frames and a water bottle from Mexico, were missing. After inquiring, I was informed that someone had thrown my belongings away. I can't believe it took them four weeks to tell me that. I'm absolutely livid about the whole situation.