Yesterday I experienced something that happens at every company. Everyone knows it happens, but to see it happen in front of my eyes to someone I know was a big shock and yet opened my eyes to the realities of the corporate world. My boss boss got fired. It was terrible. I still can't believe it happened. I have a lot of respect for him and I felt he was really contributing to my growth in this industry. I really felt like he cared about my future and wanted to help me learn everything I can. I saw him as a teacher. I almost cried watching him get escorted by the security as if he was a criminal. It was so undignifed and he did not deserve to be treated like that at all, for whatever reason he was fired for. I feel emotional right now thinking about it.
I understand that decisions have to be made that are in the best interest of the company. The managers have their reasons for firing him and it seems like they thought long and hard before making this decision. However, I and everyone else who was managed by him cannot think of one reason why they would fire him. From my interactions with him, he seemed like a good scientist. Perhaps he was too much of a scientist and not business minded enough? I will never know..... I guess that's what I'm learning being in biotech. You can be doing amazing research, but if it doesn't align with what the company wants, you're out. Honestly, sometimes I did think he didn't belong at a company and fit in more in an academic environment.
I really, truly wish him the best. He deserves it. And I also hope I get a chance to thank him for what he's done for my professional growth.
Sigh. Work is getting so depressing. With all the lay-offs and people quitting, I'm starting to think now is the time for me to leave too.
If only the economy wasn't so bad...
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