Things to do when you get fired

[Taggart]

I hope I don't get fired, but I might.

So, I am sitting here making a list of what I need to do and what I need to ask my employer about if this happens. Could you guys and gals help me improve the list?

I know it's a bad idea to only consult ATOT. Don't worry, I'm using other resources too.

1. Ask about final paycheck...when is firm termination date, what is my last day to be paid
2. make sure address on file is correct to mail final paycheck
3. ask if any severance pay is forthcoming
4. find out situation w/ health insurance...gather info about COBRA
5. ask superiors and coworkers if they will serve as a positive reference
6. ?

Thanks!

 

[KarenMarie]

it might vary by state.... but i think that your final paycheck should be available to you the day you leave.

 

[MiniDoom]

6. get shotgun and go postal.:evil:

 

[Taggart]

Originally posted by: KarenMarie
it might vary by state.... but i think that your final paycheck should be available to you the day you leave.

Thanks for the reply Karen.

 

[Taggart]

Originally posted by: rdubbz420
6. get shotgun and go postal.:evil:

hmmm...FTW! j/k

 

[imported_Beavis]

6: burn down the building
7: smash a copier in a open feild

 

[GeekDrew]

Originally posted by: KarenMarie
it might vary by state.... but i think that your final paycheck should be available to you the day you leave.

I know that's not the case in Ohio.

 

[imported_Trippin315]

6. ?
7. Profit
8. Get a box to clean your stuff.

 

[Accipiter22]

use the search function on ATOT?


nm you don't want to be an ass, there's like 80 threads on people talking about taking a dump in their bosses coffee or whatever...I thought this was another

 

[Taggart]

Originally posted by: Accipiter22
use the search function on ATOT?


nm you don't want to be an ass, there's like 80 threads on people talking about taking a dump in their bosses coffee or whatever...I thought this was another

Heh yeah I just searched, I'll look at those threads, and skip the parts about taking a dump in my bosses coffee

Thx!

 

[Ramma2]

Backup all your email and other PC files to some type of external device. When they let you go here, you get no chance to log into your PC and get important files, addresses, messages, etc. It is all considered company property.

I carry an external HDD that I keep all that stuff on, so I can just pack it with my other belongings if that day should ever come.

 

[jadinolf]

Reformat the company's computer before you leave.:evil:

 

[bigrash]

Originally posted by: KarenMarie
it might vary by state.... but i think that your final paycheck should be available to you the day you leave.

yup. i know that's true for California and Colorado, but it's not the case for most states

 

[GT1999]

DDoS -- install virii on management's PCs.

 

[Kev]

I thought this was going to be a funny thread... boourns

 

[dabuddha]

Originally posted by: Beavis
6: burn down the building
7: smash a copier in a open feild

fax machine, not copier.

 

[DaveSimmons]

Make sure you will be paid for unused vacation time. If you don't know how much you have, find out before Firing Day.

Don't assume you can walk out with a flash key, ipod/mp3 player or external drive. It may be confiscated and wiped of any company data. Addresses of personal contacts and other non-proprietary information should be brought home now, and printed out in case they go completely nuts and demand to sanitize your PC.

 

[MadPeriot]

Originally posted by: dabuddha

Originally posted by: Beavis
6: burn down the building
7: smash a copier in a open feild

fax machine, not copier.

I thought it was a printer.

 

[Ausm]

I slapped my Boss upside his head with the TPS Reports.


Ausm

 

[Juice Box]

Originally posted by: MadPeriot

Originally posted by: dabuddha

Originally posted by: Beavis
6: burn down the building
7: smash a copier in a open feild

fax machine, not copier.

I thought it was a printer.

printer/faxer/POS....

 

[HN]

someone found your ipod serial number, did they?

in any case - talk to HR

 

[Juno]

don't forget to pick up the red stapler before burning the building.

 

[Kev]

Originally posted by: HN
someone found your ipod serial number, did they?

in any case - talk to HR

lol

 

[DaiShan]

Originally posted by: KarenMarie
it might vary by state.... but i think that your final paycheck should be available to you the day you leave.

Does this only apply when you are fired? I quit and gave two weeks notice and received my last pay check when I would have if I were still employed there.

 

[scorpmatt]

Originally posted by: Beavis
6: burn down the building

This is the only course of action if they take your red swingline stapler away and lock you in the basement!