My wife Alla was laid off from work on Monday. They said it was nothing personal and did not reflect her performance. I personally think it had to do with the fact that she is one of the few women in the Engineering department.
This added us to the ranks of people directly affected by the current economic downturn. It is the first time in my life where I was affected by the economy. Alla is smart and resilient. She will bounce back. She will use the downtime to study for professional certifications that will further her career. I also hope she will take time to learn about web design and development. It never hurts to reinvent yourself in times of uncertainty.
At the moment, my industry is beginning to bounce back.