synergy

Quiet

Surprisingly, things have been quiet this week. K is facing a situation at work, which could put anyone into a panic, especially given her bipolar disorder. Her organization is facing the challenge of a massive budget cut, and 14 people, out of 60 in her office will have to go. The rest are in the process of reapplying for their jobs.

K has been handling the situation with equanimity. Personally, I believe she's well-qualified and won't be put in a position of possibly losing her job, but . . . . Even knowing that it is a possibility can be nerve-wracking.

As part of the process, the organization is requiring everyone to apply for three jobs. The application process is more complex than the simple submission of a resume. Rather they have to write detailed essays addressing their particular skills and qualifications for the position. All of this needs to be completed by March 11 and the selection process is to conclude around the end of April.

K has expressed some nervousness, but mostly she's taken it with humor. A year ago, this may well have signaled the end of her career, because she would have been driven to a medical retirement. Now, she is able to handle a very stressful situation.

Her attitude has kept me from worrying too much. Emotionally and financially it would be devastating if she were to lose her position, but we would work through it.

The next two weeks, we'll be working on the job applications and I'll be helping K get through this difficult patch.

posted by synergy @ 1:04 PM