Angry at my boss

[Wish]

I was one of the few who was let go at my company. My new manager did not like me but I made best with the situation and always had a positive attitude at work. Also, my supervisor was not nice to me but I did not let it bother me. Now that I am no longer employed there, I feel very angry.

My company was bought out and most have their job with the new company. I found out from an x-co-worker that a party will take place next week and everybody is invited.

I don't want to go because some of us were let go last week and I am still going through all the emotions on why me?

If I go, I want to tell my manager off. She has poor management skills and I also found out that she quit and gave her notice last December 2005 (probably because she realized that she was not happy with her job).

If I go, it would be to my benefit to network and find out if there are any job opening in my field but it is too soon to face my x-co-workers.

I feel so hurt but I really need to get my networking started. What would you do?

[HDhug1200]

I would NOT attend. Too easy for emotions to take you (especially if alcohol is involved) and you could wind up saying some things you might regret later. It sounds like you need to let more time pass before networking with these folks would be a good idea. If I were you, I'd look for other networking opportunities.

[Wish]

Thank you, and I will take your advice. I will have to continue to read the articles that are provided by this forum.

The good news is that I got myself another job and I start Monday. The pay is better but you have to work longer hours and vacation days are not great. I have no idea if I am entitled to sick days and personal days. It would come in handy if I need them to make doctor visits or help family.