When it comes to the NFL, nothing is certain. It’s a highly competitive industry and decisions need to be made. It’s no surprise that the league has had to let go of employees in the past.
I’m sure the majority of us can relate to the fear that comes with the idea of being fired. I’m sure I’m not alone in having nightmares about being called into an office and told that my services are no longer needed. It’s an incredibly difficult place to be. A few years ago, I experienced the same thing.
When I was let go from my job, it felt like I had been kicked out of the family. I had dedicated years to my career and spent so much time and energy to make the company successful. But when I was told to leave, it felt like I didn’t matter or had never mattered to begin with. I was deeply hurt and my confidence was rocked – it brought me to tears.
At first, I was devastated. But after feeling sorry for myself for a couple of days, I decided to take the experience as a learning opportunity. I decided to take this chance to better myself and focus more on my skills and strengths. I realized that even though this was a crappy way to end a job, it’s not the end of my career. It’s actually the beginning of an opportunity to rebuild my career in a better way.
What I didn’t anticipate was how many people had gone through similar experiences. After reaching out, I found a great network of like-minded people who had been through the same thing. We could all relate to each other’s stories and experiences. We could commiserate our fears, anxieties, and doubts, but at the same time celebrate our success and progress. It was a beacon of hope and comfort when I really needed it.
Although I was no longer employed at the company, I felt like I had made a considerable impact. There was a collective sense of loss that I could see when I heard the words, “you’re fired”. I had worked hard to make sure my coworkers felt safe and respected, and it was a gut-punch to have to leave them.
It’s also worth noting that NFL teams often let go of their staff for different reasons: financial, performance-based, or simply restructuring. Most teams are very strict about hiring and firing policies, so it’s not something they can take lightly. But it’s worth recognizing that it’s a difficult thing to go through for everyone involved.
In the end, the NFL having to fire someone is an unfortunate circumstance. As someone who has gone through the same thing, I understand that it’s a tough and difficult decision for both the team and the employee. It’s not the desired outcome for either side, but it’s a necessary part of life.
The takeaway here is that although being ‘fired’ is an unfortunate thing, it doesn’t mean the end of your career. It’s a major change and sometimes, it’s hard to make sense of what just happened. But if you look at it as an opportunity to start something new, it won’t be as devastating. It gives you a chance to look at new opportunities and reassess your goals.
It’s also important to reach out and find a community of people dealing with the same thing. You don’t have to feel like you’re alone in this experience. All you have to do is reach out and find other people who have gone through similar situations.
In the world of sport, the players and staff of NFL teams often have to adjust to decisions made by owners and front office personnel. As such, they need to learn how to handle major changes such as being fired without letting it define them. Yes, it can be a tough and emotional experience, but it doesn’t have to be the end of your career. It’s okay to take some time to process the emotions and get back on your feet. Self-care is just as important as work and career, and it’s important to remember that.
Furthermore, when a team has to make personnel decisions, it’s important to recognize the impact that those decisions have on the lives of the employees. It’s not something to be taken lightly and it’s important to be aware of the effects of being fired, both to the people losing their jobs and those staying behind.