So, you were laid off. Let Go. Released. Downsized. Cut loose. Anyway you say it, it means the same thing. You are out of a job. And, you join the millions across America who are unemployed as well.

Maybe you were given some notice, a nice farewell party and a generous severance package. Maybe, you were surprised on a Friday with a pink slip and an empty box (or a paper bag) to pack up your things. Or, perhaps you just discovered that your key no longer worked in your office door lock.

Now what??!!

Well, of course, you look for another job. You get your resume together, you dust off your interview suit, you join all the Social Networking sites and you start surfing Monster, Careerbuilder and wheresmynextjob.com with the intention of finding a new job FAST!

But, what happens when you don’t get hired the week after you just got fired???

What do you do with all this new-found time?

Well, while you're searching for your next job, here's some ideas, reminders, random thoughts etc. from someone who's discovering there is life after her layoff.

Monday, July 27, 2009

A Tourist in My Own City - part 2

I'm originally from LA, and I've never been to the historical Ford Theatre, even though I live less than 10 minutes from the venue. Until last Saturday night...

The Ford Theatre is a small outdoor hillside theatre in Hollywood located across the way from it's much larger counterpart, the Hollywood Bowl. It used to be called the Pilgrimage Theater many years ago, but has since been renovated and renamed the John Anson Ford, and then the Ford Theater. It's a relaxing, intimate place to enjoy some great music, dance or film out under the stars. And, it's now one of my favorite concert venues!

On Saturday, we went there to listen to some talented, independent "up-and-coming" musicians. 6 different singers and bands each performed a few of their original songs in front of about 1200 "guests". Sitting outside at the Ford Theater drinking some wine, snacking on some cheese and crackers and listening to some great acoustic music...priceless!

Cross off another "first" for this local tourist!

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1 comment:

  1. DUTAJuly 28, 2009 at 7:39 AM

    It seems The Ford Theatre is a real little gem offering people quality entertainment for free.The mayor of the city or whoever is responsible , should be appreciated for this gift to the city's citizens.

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