vuwildcat07's journey

I was laid off last week from my position managing an investment portfolio at a small company where I had worked for over a decade. This was a huge shock for me, especially since I had just learned that my wife and I are expecting twins this fall, alongside our very young son. The layoff came after our VP retired and the company decided to hire an external candidate instead of promoting my boss, which capped my growth potential. I had casually started looking for new opportunities this year, but I wasn't prepared for the sudden restructuring that led to my position being eliminated. I had a spontaneous meeting with HR and my boss, and it felt surreal to hear that I would be out of a job soon. Now, I'm facing the reality of possibly not being able to take any family leave when the twins arrive, and I'm losing a remote position that is hard to replace. Thankfully, my network has been supportive, and I have two screener calls lined up for roles that could be a fit, although one might not offer much of a financial advantage after tax and benefits. I've reached out to headhunters and industry contacts for leads, but responses have been sparse since mentioning my layoff. I know others have it worse, and my family is ready to support us, but it’s still a tough situation. I'm trying to stay optimistic and focused on finding a new role as quickly as possible.