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December 3rd, 2008 at 04:35 pm

Layoffs!

My husband works full time for the US Army Reserves, also known as, The Government. I'm usually not a big fan of government, but in this case when it comes to his job security I'm thrilled!

In fact, he is scheduled to get a raise, of 3.9% courtesy of Congress. Any one else out there getting a raise this year?
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If you have been laid off, I wish you god speed in locating that perfect (or less than perfect) source of income. You might even look into working for the government!

Posted in Family | 3 Comments »

3 Responses to “It won't happen to us”

  1. Caoineag Says:
    December 3rd, 2008 at 05:24 pm 1228325067
    1228325067

    Paralegal here, I received a 10.6% raise (still in the experience equals more money phase). Husband could potentially end up laid off because he works in the mortgage industry but he has already survived a lot of layoffs so we will see. It makes for a nice balance that my job is fairly secure while his is not, especially since we can survive on my income.

  2. monkeymama Says:
    December 3rd, 2008 at 05:29 pm 1228325393
    1228325393

    Yup, getting a raise. IT's a good time to be a CPA or a nurse. (I throw in nurse because their industry has been very similar lately - huge shortage of qualified workers means huge job security for the rest of us).

  3. frugaltexan75 Says:
    December 6th, 2008 at 03:10 am 1228533004
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    I work in the oil and gas industry as an engineering tech asst. My job itself I think is pretty secure (theya are talking about hiring some more people in the near future). But as far as a raise goes? Nope, don't see it coming anytime soon, if ever.

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