Below is my explanation why I did not ask my immediate supervisor for a recommendation. I want it to explain the extenuating circumstance in a professional manner. Please advise, thank so much in advance!
The last few months before I was laid off resembled a reality show. Once sparkling offices with cherry wood desks became dusty and dingy. Smiles and conversations grew fewer and farther between. More meetings behind closed doors were conducted with less people. Most employees came to work anxiously awaiting who would be the next employee “voted off”.
The day after I completed a six-month long project, I walked into a meeting with my direct supervisor and Department Head. They surprised me with a proposal to step down in position or take a “no fault separation”. They praised my work and guaranteed me this was an economical business decision. I thanked them for the opportunity to stay but did not accept the employment offer. This decision was not out of arrogance or entitlement but integrity.
One of the many lessons I learned in Sales is how important relationships are. This incident changed my relationship with my supervisor and I no longer feel comfortable asking her for a recommendation.
I poured my heart and soul into the job; however, it was not enough. Working hard will not guarantee me a career. I want to pursue an MBA to equip myself with more skills and strategy to secure my foundation.
The last few months before I was laid off resembled a reality show. Once sparkling offices with cherry wood desks became dusty and dingy. Smiles and conversations grew fewer and farther between. More meetings behind closed doors were conducted with less people. Most employees came to work anxiously awaiting who would be the next employee “voted off”.
The day after I completed a six-month long project, I walked into a meeting with my direct supervisor and Department Head. They surprised me with a proposal to step down in position or take a “no fault separation”. They praised my work and guaranteed me this was an economical business decision. I thanked them for the opportunity to stay but did not accept the employment offer. This decision was not out of arrogance or entitlement but integrity.
One of the many lessons I learned in Sales is how important relationships are. This incident changed my relationship with my supervisor and I no longer feel comfortable asking her for a recommendation.
I poured my heart and soul into the job; however, it was not enough. Working hard will not guarantee me a career. I want to pursue an MBA to equip myself with more skills and strategy to secure my foundation.
