'I was laid off from my job three months ago': Employee gets laid off, asked to come back three months later

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    Font - Job asked me to come back 3 months after layoff Job offers ETA: I did end up taking the job but I'm still going to look for something better. I was mostly trying to put my thoughts in writing and see if anyone had advice or thoughts, not really asking a question. I've got some rude messages about being an idiot if I passed up the opportunity.
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    Font - I was laid off from my job 3 months ago along with around 30 other people from my large department. They stated it was due to the economy and nothing to do with my performance. This is a VERY large corporation and they had a company wide layoff that affected almost all departments.
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    Font - Ive had several interviews for other jobs in my field that went well but no offers as of yet. They also haven't told me no. Yesterday, I got a call from the Dept head of my old company (ironically same person who hired me and laid me off) asking if I would be interested in coming back. This was honestly the last thing I expected.
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    Font - I mentioned pay would be a big factor and they said they would be open to better compensation. I would be getting my vacation days returned and potentially more pay. I really liked the job, it was remote and flexible plus I don't have any other offers from other companies at this time. They would also benefit from not having to train a new employee. Should I go back until I find something better or decline? It would bring money while I have no income so Im leaning towards accepting.
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    Font - Future_Dog_3156 · 23 hr. ago My college roommate was laid off and asked to return by the same employer. Twice she was still getting severance. Take it. They must like you to invite you back... but keep looking. Reply Share 1.3k gumby_twain 15 hr. ago 100% Sounds like OP overall liked the job so no reason to cut off his nose to spite his face. Certainly can keep looking for other jobs too, that's always smart anyway. 274 ●●● Reply Share
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    Font - Fragrant_Equal_2577 · 22 hr. ago This is common in lay-offs. Lay-offs are often done top- down and many good people are let go. At some point the company realizes that critical resources were let gone or the market condition improves... and they need to get people back. In many countries the company is legally obliged to offer the jobs to the laid-off employees within certain time frame. Negotiate a good raise and benefits. 517 Reply Share
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    Font - +1 - 20 hr. ago You ABSOLUTELY should take it. You liked the job. You're going to get more pay. Get your vacay time back, AND work remote. What's not to like? It is DAMN hard to find jobs right now.. so count your blessings and take the job! ↑ 311 ↓ Reply Share koolaidkid12345
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    Font - Revolutionary Track61 23 hr. ago When you are laid off you are just laid off, not fired. That usually means when they are hiring again. They should be calling those employees that were laid off first to see if they want to return. If you are laid off, never be surprised to get a call to come back. That is technically what they should be doing. I know most companies don't do that. Reply Share 245
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    Font - MeasurementNo2493 21 hr. ago Getting called back is not a "red flag" per se. But keep a back up plan. 39 Reply Share
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    Font - rtdragon123 +2 21 hr. ago For sure. At least its money coming in and if something better comes along go for it. You owe them nothing. 27 ↓ Reply Share
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    Font - Eaton Rifles +2 21 hr. ago Go for it as it's the best offer you have at the moment it would seem. In the meantime still look for a better job though so you have a safety net in case they decide to economise again. ↑ 18 Reply Share
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    Font - Curious-Crow3779 · 22 hr. ago Give it a go, you never know what could happen Reply Share 4 14
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    Font - +3 · 20 hr. ago If you have not found a new job, why not go back until you find something permanent with a new company? You'll have income and benefits while you search. WhineAndGeez I would not stop looking for a new job and as soon as I found a great position, I'd leave. If a company let's me go, for any reason, it shows me they value others more than me. It's time to move on.
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    Font - There is a reason the same people are laid off repeatedly sometimes. They don't feel you're valuable enough to the company to keep but when they're desperate they'll bring you back for a while to save on recruiting and training costs. Reply Share 30 ReKang916+1 15 hr. ago · Perfect response. 23 Reply Share ●●● ●●●

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