so ... I've just resigned (3 month's notice)

[asmallsnail]

Not something I thought that I would write, but I have my notice today. Very long story, but have walked away from director's position & future CEO.

I have three months to work (not taking gardening leave), and then onto a new adventure.

I have so far:

1. Drafted my CV (first time in 15 years)
2. Sorted out my old personal mobile to use.
3. Not panicked

Things I need to do:

1. Find a job (any jobs in the brewing industry at senior level?)
2. Sort out a car for me post New Year.
3. Sort out a car for the Mrs New Year.

Any other sage advice?

[StevieBee]

I think you've covered the important stuff, particularly item 3 of the first list!

Some coaching on interview techniques may pay dividends as things will have moved on in the past 15 years in terms of what employers expect to see and hear.

And depending on your financial circumstances, I would limit extraneous spending as much as possible until you know where and when you'll be going.

Just curious as to why?

Either way, good luck!

[asmallsnail]

Thanks - don't want to be public with the reasons, but for all anyone will know, I came to do a job, that job is done. I leave the company 10 years after joining in a much better place - all long-term liabilities paid off, turnover has quadrupled, returned the company to a healthy profit etc.

[Monkeylegend]

Having peeked at your garage you will need all your time pursuing compensation from VW

Have you considered getting into consultancy work? Your experience turning your present company round should be in demand elsewhere.

[sgrimshaw]

Do you NEED to do 2 and 3?

[asmallsnail]

I'm

sgrimshaw said:

Do you NEED to do 2 and 3?

Sadly so. Both are through the current employer! Bit difficult otherwise!

[Simpo Two]

asmallsnail said:

1. Find a job (any jobs in the brewing industry at senior level?)

What about setting up in business for yourself? A microbrewery perhaps - you must have good contacts?

[sgrimshaw]

asmallsnail said:

Sadly so. Both are through the current employer! Bit difficult otherwise!

Might be time for a reality check.

If you're not working why do you need your own car?

Until you get a new job, just share a car.

One less major expense to worry about.

[Asterix]

Simpo Two said:

asmallsnail said:

1. Find a job (any jobs in the brewing industry at senior level?)

What about setting up in business for yourself? A microbrewery perhaps - you must have good contacts?

I can help as a chief taster - I have loads of experience and after the 5th pint I get really, really good.

[Davel]

Ideally you would have found a new job before resigning but I really hope it all works out for you.

Plenty of time to panic yet!

Good luck!

[thepeoplespal]

A mate resigned his MD role after being enticed into his engineering business role . Went in won a stack of new business & because of issues elsewhere in sister business, was then expected to shed staff rather than increase them to cope with new business. Laid down the law on what was needed and why, wasn't listened to and he walked like he said he would, which shocked them.

He has knocked about for about 4-5 months taking it easy, having holidays and talking to a few businesses in his field in need of his skills. He has been choosy and looks to have got into a business that will really benefit from his experience.

So good luck with the job hunting. And just don't jump into anything in a panic.

Edited by thepeoplespal on Thursday 1st October 21:01

[rog007]

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4. Network like there's no tomorrow.

Good luck!