I’m sorry you’ve lost your job to that, Tim. Take heart knowing that companies beyond the micro business have a lot to learn about what’s appropriate and what’s actually penny wise and pound foolish. If you were in a job that required critical thinking and/or creativity skills, they’ve probably made an error they’ll regret.

And although it really sounds from your comment that you’re still terrifically upset about having lost your job and you might not be able to really hear this, John’s advice is smart. There *is* no safety or security in employment. It’s only in what you create for yourself.

So beat them at their own game. If you’d like some support thinking through that, let me know. I’d love to see if I can help.

Stacy

PS — I know this was off topic, John…just couldn’t really leave it alone, and with no way to contact him…you know how it is.

Here’s hoping that “trends … getting even hotter as companies look for ways to work more efficiently and cut overhead costs” continues to add”… competitive advantages of small businesses … that supports getting work done without employees makes this even more so.”

Yeah, go ahead, keep doing this and there will be no one left in the US who can do anything for you or your small business – like buy any of your products.

I think the best collaborative tool is the one that’s best for those who are collaborating. And I believe that for PC users, collaborating with other PC users, that’s Groove.