"The Offer"

Today is an extremely slow day. There is very little to do. Many people are still not in the mood of being productive after the massive layoff that just happened on Tuesday. A total of 100 people were affected here at Corporate, and more at the region and store levels. The CEO held a company-wide meeting yesterday and addressed some of the concerns the employees had. I didn't think his responses helped much. No emails came in today because no one wanted to work. The same goes here.

Some people who were laid off got offered positions in our Singapore or Hawaii offices. I heard that one has already accepted. I wonder that if I was given that offer would I take it? The commitment is 2-4 years, and the position is considered a promotion. The relocation costs will be paid for, and the company will even help you financially break off your existing lease on your apartment should you be renting. Airline tickets, moving costs, etc -- all taken care of. Doesn't sound too bad. But then, what happens to your family and friends here? I guess for those individuals who are emotionally and financially unattached, the decision is easy. For those who have husbands, kids, houses, parents to take of, etc. the decision may be difficult. So what would I do?? I think it all depends. Thank God I didn't have to face such a difficult decision -- otherwise, I would be contacting EVERYONE for their 2 cents (or 200 cents).

Really hoping for the weekend, especially after this long week....