> "Lisa M. Bronson wrote > > Hi everyone, > > A couple of weeks ago, the company I work for was bought by a company based > in New Zealand. I don't think my job is in jeopardy, but of course, one > never knows for sure. > > Does anyone have any stories to share about the effects of mergers, buyouts, > and other organizational changes on the technical communications employees?
Pay careful attention to what is going on around you. A lot of disruption can follow a buyout. Four of my last seven job changes (losses) were the result of buyouts, mergers, or re-alignments. Everytime I interview for a new job, I end up having to explain why I have so many different employers in such a short time. Then again, I've been working in manufacturing, whach has been topsy-turvy for years now. Jason Czekalski ______________________________________________ Author Help files and create printed documentation with Doc-To-Help. New release adds Team Authoring Support, enhanced Web-based help technology and PDF output. Learn more at www.doctohelp.com/tcp. DOCUMENTATION & TRAINING WEST 07: THE USER EXPERIENCE April 18-21, 2007 ~ Vancouver BC ~ Marriott Pinnacle ~ free city tour 40+ sessions * free workshops * free iPod offer * www.doctrain.com _______________________________________________ Technical Communication Professionals Post a message to the list: email [EMAIL PROTECTED] Subscribe, unsubscribe, archives, account options, list info: http://techcommpros.com/mailman/listinfo/tcp_techcommpros.com Subscribe (email): send a blank message to [EMAIL PROTECTED] Unsubscribe (email): send a blank message to [EMAIL PROTECTED] Need help? Contact [EMAIL PROTECTED] Get the TCP whole experience! http://www.techcommpros.com
