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Old Aug 15, 2011 | 08:20 PM
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I had managed an automotive glass shop and apparently increasing monthly sales by an average of 16% while getting paid far less than the manager I replaced is somehow considered 'insufficient performance'...

either way, if you know anyone looking for an infantry Marine reservist, married, two kids (#3 due in nov) with several years of automotive experience (sales, mechanical, and paint/body), customer service and people management, lemme know

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Old Aug 15, 2011 | 08:25 PM
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Where are you located?
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Old Aug 15, 2011 | 08:25 PM
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Damn that sucks to hear I hope you find something soon..
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Old Aug 15, 2011 | 08:28 PM
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College Station
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Old Aug 15, 2011 | 08:31 PM
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Active Duty Marine Corps is an option... A wife, 2 children, 1 on the way.. No brainer!
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Old Aug 15, 2011 | 08:32 PM
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Originally Posted by VinR1
College Station
Bummer. Wish I could help you out, but you're too far south. Good luck, man.
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Old Aug 15, 2011 | 08:46 PM
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Im TNPQ with a possible third shoulder surgery needed so active duty isnt an option... Ive tried
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Old Aug 15, 2011 | 09:11 PM
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Unfortunate...Could you go through your chain of command in your reserve unit and request some AD days? (I am Retired Army)
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Really sorry to hear about that man. But hey, there is usually a reason for things like this to happen. Try to stay positive and upbeat, and good things will come your way.........been there myself VERY recently.

BTW, I assume you live in or around College Station and probably want to stay there?
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Old Aug 16, 2011 | 07:21 AM
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Yeah, grew up here, parents/in-laws are here... and my daughter is enrolled in school here too
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Old Aug 16, 2011 | 08:37 AM
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Originally Posted by LCTA
Really sorry to hear about that man. But hey, there is usually a reason for things like this to happen. Try to stay positive and upbeat, and good things will come your way.........been there myself VERY recently.

BTW, I assume you live in or around College Station and probably want to stay there?
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Sorry to hear of your job loss.
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Old Aug 16, 2011 | 10:29 AM
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One of the reasons I could never do sales full time. You could take this opportunity to go to school if you wanted to.
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Old Aug 19, 2011 | 02:18 AM
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THATS HORRIBLE!!! it sucks when the hard worker get the short end of the stick! best of luck to you!
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Old Aug 19, 2011 | 02:34 AM
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I feel your pain VinR1. I'm another jobless Marine with the same experience, and no one is hiring.
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Old Aug 19, 2011 | 05:19 AM
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VinR1, v8sten, 01zoh6 thank you all for your service.

If you are not opposed to the oil &gas industry, may I suggest www.rigzone.com

They are always hiring.

Btw, firing someone like that, no notice, performing at 16% increase in Sales but insufficient performance is bs.e
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Old Aug 19, 2011 | 08:41 AM
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My company is looking for a Buyer and Customer support manager... not sure if this fit's your skills but I went and asked HR what positions were open.

We are in Pearland.
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Old Aug 19, 2011 | 10:45 AM
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Are you open to relocation? If so, shoot me a PM.
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Old Aug 19, 2011 | 01:10 PM
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Relocating isnt an option at this time. my wife graduates in dec and has several $70k+ job offers already (RN, top of her class) and my severence plus savings should get us through then. In the meantime, I think I'll find something part time and enjoy our kids for a while...when my wife graduates, I can use my GI bill and finish school
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Old Aug 19, 2011 | 02:59 PM
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blackfly shoot me a pm with more info, if you dont mind. im in pasadena.
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Old Aug 19, 2011 | 04:17 PM
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Sorry to hear about that. If you were in Houston, I could send you to one of the top shops that is looking for a seasoned/highly experienced LS1 tech.
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