Comments on: The Recession Hits Home

By: Michael S. Hyatt

Michael S. Hyatt — Fri, 05 Dec 2008 03:06:49 +0000

I am shutting down this thread. Everything that could be said has been said. It’s time to move on.

By: Michael S. Hyatt

Michael S. Hyatt — Fri, 05 Dec 2008 02:40:47 +0000

@Troy: I answered the Twitter question above, earlier in the comments. With regard to our “stock price,” we are not a public company. Our stock is not traded, so I am not sure where you got the idea that our “stock went up.” Perhaps it was from my earlier tweet that our market share went up. This is completely different and unrelated to cutting expenses. Thanks, Mike

By: Troy Miller

Troy Miller — Fri, 05 Dec 2008 01:53:00 +0000

Michael,
Maybe less “twitter” and more work?
My prayers are with the people that were laid off, their families and the wisdon of your Board of Directors who are responsible for your review. The reason why your stock went up was that you cut expenses… people.

By: Mike Mason

Mike Mason — Fri, 05 Dec 2008 00:01:47 +0000

As a former Nelson employee, I grieve at the loss of jobs for some old friends and their families. These decisions are agonizing for senior management. I know, I recently had to do it myself. I also know that Mike is one of the finest people I have ever known. During the most difficult year of my professional life, a year in which I was thrown around like a ragdoll in a political tornado, he befriended me when there was nothing to be gained by it. He kept my spirits up and I will always be in his debt for that. I have no doubt he treated the affected employees with that same love and care.

By: Mary

Mary — Thu, 04 Dec 2008 23:42:13 +0000

I often comment then go back to read what everyone else is saying. I hope it’s okay to add one more thought … I appreciate reading posts like these and all the comments as it’s a reality check for me. I prefer to put my energy into working hard, getting (and/or staying) out of debt, saving and giving to those less fortunate than to be so critical. It’s easy to deal out harsh words but I don’t think that is productive or helpful. I do think Christmas is a season of giving and it will be more needed and appreciated than ever.

By: Ellen Weber

Ellen Weber — Thu, 04 Dec 2008 23:36:27 +0000

Sorry – why let it go and how to do so now – should have read http://www.brainleadersandlearners.com/plasticity/let-it-go/

I posted wrong url.

Best blessings Thomas Nelson Community! You deserve the best!

By: Ellen Weber

Ellen Weber — Thu, 04 Dec 2008 23:32:31 +0000

Hearts have gone out – and that’s as it should be. My question is this: “When it is time to let anger and regret go? Why care about letting go, when emotions heat? Dynamic new research shows there are barriers to the plasticity you’ll need to rewire the brain’s plasticity for the next exciting place in your call. Holding onto anger and blame is the brain’s road to disaster for you!

http://www.brainleadersandlearners.com/

No accidents here – but huge barriers to the very place that holds new rewards for each one let go! Why block these new segues?

Life is tough. People move on – and get stronger for so doing.

We’ve all been disappointed and we’ve all been given mental tools we need to engage in order to make new wonders happen. We are all rooting for you, but only you can break loose from anger and move into curiosity for God’s next place for your fine talents! Why tie His hands from moving you on!

By: Mary

Mary — Thu, 04 Dec 2008 23:25:35 +0000

I’m sorry (and a little surprised I guess since personally I’ve been on a book buying spree lately) to hear of the layoffs.

Books make wonderful Christmas gifts and usually cost a good deal less than say, a nice sweater.

Just a thought from a satisfied customer (I recently purchased all the Frank Peretti books for kids but I’m not affiliated with Thomas Nelson.)

I’d like to add that our son experienced a devastating lay-off several months ago. He found his dream job earning 4 times as much and “having” to travel to Paris several times a year. I know it’s anecdotal but when you hear these stories again and again ….

By: Neta Jackson

Neta Jackson — Thu, 04 Dec 2008 23:16:05 +0000

Oh my. I am just now hearing about the layoffs at TN. My heart goes out to all who have been laid off, to those who had to make the tough decisions, and to those still holding the fort. It’s tough, tough, tough on everyone. I’ve been in this business with its ups and downs long enough–and believe me, as a TN author, I’m having to cut new notches in my belt too–to know one thing: God is faithful. I will be praying for all concerned.

By: Dan Lacey

Dan Lacey — Thu, 04 Dec 2008 23:11:24 +0000

A cartoon of encouragement for you-

http://www.faithmouse.com/a_strong_foundation.jpg