N.Y. man given pink slip' on his first day at Stillwater Mine Nov 20, 2008
N.Y. man given pink slip' on his first day at Stillwater Mine. By Jan Falstad - 11/20/2008. (Montana Standard, MT)
Slowdown forcing Desi pros to return Nov 19, 2008
One fine morning, two weeks after he moved with bag and baggage to Silicon Valley, he was quietly handed the pink slip by his boss in his chamber along with about two dozen of his colleagues ... Some of his friends have already left for India after they received the pink slip last month ... While there is no official figure about the number of Indian Americans who have lost their jobs, in the US pink slips are being handed out in hundreds and thousands. (India Times, India)
Orange's Robinson gets pink slip as Syracuse struggles Nov 17, 2008
NEWS AND INFORMATION. SYRACUSE, N.Y. (AP) Syracuse coach Greg Robinson was fired Sunday with the Orange nearing the end of a fourth straight dismal season under his leadership. (USA Today -- Sports)
Tom BowlesINSIDE NASCAR Nov 15, 2008
Up to 1,000 garage employees could be handed the pink slip. After all, each of the small teams remaining has its survival in question, with minimal or not enough sponsorship available to complete a full schedule as of right now. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- Racing)
If we move them, will they come? Nov 15, 2008
But what if the shaky economy is pointing the company directly into the winds of pink slip hell. Even if things are looking fine at present, it's a good idea to use the move as an impetus for tactical planning, Ms. Peters says. (Globe and Mail -- Business)
Eagles hope for same results from new faces Nov 14, 2008
He wants to hand out the pink slip every time he looks in the mirror. Another rugged schedule, courtesy the head coach, starts at 7 p.m. today in the Winthrop Coliseum, when the Eagles host North Greenville. (Herald Online, SC -- Sports)
Bobby La Gesse: These college football rivalries need to happen Nov 14, 2008
Clemson-Arkansas Two fan bases with delusional, and unrealistic, expectations should be required to open every season battling for the Pink Slip trophy. The Arkansas athletic department and fan base essentially forced out Houston Nutt, who did officially resign, in 2007 because his. (Ames Daily Tribune, IA)
Ga.'s top 10 surprise high school football teams Nov 13, 2008
WILL VALDOSTA COACH BE GETTING HIS PINK SLIP SOON. By NY4LIFE. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Turning hard times into lighthearted marketing Nov 13, 2008
This week, several hundred laid off employees from Wall Street raised money for charity and networked for new work at The Pink Slip Party at a midtown Manhattan pub, sponsored by a blog focused on the markets and a job-search site. For marketers, humour is an important tool in dark days, Mr. Middleton said. (Globe and Mail)
Summit still abuzz over Halloween costume par-tay (81) Nov 13, 2008
One woman, recently-made-redundant by Hewlett-Packard, came dressed as a pink slip. Mark Scacco from the Blodgett Country Store came as Joe Six-pack with wife, Debbie, by his side dressed as Amy Winebox. (Corvallis Gazette Times, OR)
Layoffs may soar in December Nov 12, 2008
And though it might seem Grinch-like to fire workers as the holiday season nears, Challenger said an early-December pink slip could be better for employees than one that arrives after New Year's Day. "Some people might prefer to know before they make their big holiday purchases," he said. (Boston Globe)
Job losers may miss gratuity & leave encashment too Nov 11, 2008
NEW DELHI: There could be more bad news in store for employees getting the pink slip as companies cut jobs to fight the economic downturn. They face the grim possibility of not getting their gratuity as many domestic companies do not keep money under a separate trust to meet the obligation. (India Times)
Jet to show expat pilots the door Nov 10, 2008
Planning for the pink slip ... But there is still hope for the foreign pilots who are yet to get the pink slip, although their fate depends on Jets plan to sublease four Boeing 777 planes with cabin and cockpit crew to Turkish Airlines. (India Times)
Dodge Challenger SRT8 Nov 7, 2008
Covered with leather and suede, the big chairs probably weigh more than some passengers, but I wouldn t trade them for anything unless my pink slip was on the line. The back bench is nearly as good, and it even has a hump and belt for a fifth person, as long as their feet are less than 4 inches long, which is about how much room there is between the seat bottom and the center console up front. (Fox News -- Politics)
> Experts recommend having a plan in case of possible job loss Nov 6, 2008
When the economy is down, Jones suggested saving extra money just in case an employee finds a pink slip on their desk. In addition, Jones said employees should keep an updated resume on file and pay attention to what is changing in their industries. (Dayton Business Journal, OH)
Huskies, Cougars embarrassingly bad Nov 6, 2008
Meanwhile, across the state, Willingham has already been handed his pink slip, effective the end of the season. Burdened with youth in too many key positions, the Huskies rolled over whenever they faced adversity whether it was a controversial one-point loss to BYU in September, or the myriad of injuries to key players. (Longview Daily News, WA)
In a twitter age, even layoffs are on the company blog Nov 5, 2008
Big companies tended to issue vague press releases filled with jargon about "downsizing," and start-ups often gave people the pink slip without telling the world anything at all. Not anymore. (International Herald Tribune)
The Yanks are coming! Nov 5, 2008
Somebody should explain to Saban that taking a you-know-what chewing from him for pursuing an obvious story angle sure beats taking a pink slip from a boss for ignoring it. Reach The Heat Index at or 602-444-8271. (AZCentral -- Sports)
PRIMARY FLASHBACK: Obama makes one-fingered gesture while speaking of Hillary... Nov 4, 2008
This is one of those political moments that really needs few words. We'll no doubt hear much more about this incident in coming days. (The Drudge Report)
Matt Reed: Last polite race turns ugly this weekend Nov 4, 2008
Reader J. Smith said in an e-mail: "Your continued 'left' slant, which appears in most of your articles of propaganda, is insulting. . . . Possibly your management will consider you as a detriment to the company wallet and give you the pink slip, of which you are sooooo deserving.". Contact Reed at 242-3631 or. (Florida Today)
Kovy comes through Nov 4, 2008
However, some have mused that a loss would have led to a pink slip for Waddell. I don t know. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Being laid off was a blessing for Lambertsville man Nov 3, 2008
Kimmel was being laid off from his job at a local manufacturing company (Somerset Daily American, PA)
Nothing to fear in Obama's advances Nov 2, 2008
(Of course, I bet that toad would taste much better if had a pre-existing condition and a pink slip. . (Albany Times Union)
Column: Hitting the road for a sports road trip Nov 1, 2008
despite what year is on the pink slip) by racking up another 500 miles in one week's time, I'm reminded of sports road trips I took in high school to cheer on my school's teams. I was a Bulldog in high school, though a Burke Bulldog from Omaha, Neb. (Dallas County News, IA)
Council OKs BOE pay hikes Nov 1, 2008
All agreed the negotiations took place in straitened economic times, with Mr. Szendy recounting that one woman had come up to him in a store and said that her employer had told her to take a $10,000 pay check or take a pink slip. "We're in uncharted waters," Mr. McSherry af--firmed. (New Milford Times, CT)
State cuts hit Cambridge Health Alliance Oct 31, 2008
Last week, Keefe announced Cambridge Health Alliance might have to give the pink slip to hundreds of more workers as much as 20 percent of its workforce, or 650 full-time employees as a result of drastic cuts in state funding. CHA has already cut a portion of its workforce and implemented a hiring freeze. (Cambridge Chronicle, MA)
40, married, gaming addict Oct 31, 2008
Dr. Young said it usually takes a "rock bottom experience" such as a divorce, a pink slip or traumatized children to wake up an addict. For John Blakely, who asked that his name be changed, it was the birth of his daughter that finally moved him to seek treatment. (Globe and Mail -- Business)
The Candidates On Firing Staffers Oct 30, 2008
John McCain and Barack Obama talk to Katie Couric about their favorite books, the last time they had to give someone the pink slip, and what they would want on their tombstone. . (CBS News)
London: Bridge to nowhere for Bolts?Chargers lose 37-32 nail-biter to Saints at Wembley Stadium, drop to 3-5 Oct 27, 2008
Make that fat sack of shiite COtrell pay for his own air fare back after giving him a pink slip. It is still possible for us to back into the playoffs as Denver is almost as terrible as we are. (San Diego Union-Tribune -- Sports)
Stand up for the little guy Oct 27, 2008
It's unclear if he will pick up another pink slip. Still, you can't blame him from jumping from the PBL Media ship. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Business)
How to navigate the job fair maze Oct 25, 2008
Terry Thompson was all set to head out the door to represent his employer at a Toronto job fair last October when his boss walked into his office and handed him a pink slip. The firm was downsizing, and Mr. Thompson's position as a job developer was among the first to go. (Globe and Mail -- Business)
Scouts Inc.: Identifying the hottest seat -- and matchup -- in Week 8 Oct 24, 2008
Kretz: The schedule, as much as anything, probably will determine which coach gets the next pink slip. Think of it as a process of elimination. (ESPN -- Football News)
DON'T GET COMFORTABLE: NFL coaches sitting on hot seat Oct 24, 2008
Coaches on the Hot Seat: October - Don Banks - SI.com. Posted: Thursday October 23, 2008 12:07PM; Updated: Thursday October 23, 2008 3:40PM. (SportsIllustrated.CNN)
Edit: Punish Them Oct 21, 2008
It is disturbing that workers of Jet Airways sought the help of the MNS when they were given the pink slip. It is as if they were contracting the mafia to serve their private needs because they didnt have any other recourse. (India Times, India)
Satyam Computer to hire fewer staff Oct 18, 2008
Around 250 employees were given the pink slip last quarter. Also Read. (India Times)
Satyam cuts hiring target 40% Oct 18, 2008
Around 250 employees were given the pink slip last quarter ... Is the time for pink slips over at Indian IT cos and IT back in currency as one of the most preferred job option. (India Times, India)
Career woes: Grounded before take-off Oct 17, 2008
"What's the point of investing so much in the aviation career, when one fine day you can suddenly get a pink slip for no fault of yours and have nowhere else to go," he said. "The government should reduce petrol prices for private airlines so that companies don't make cabin crew scapegoats this way," he added. (India Times)
Reducing domestic violence Oct 17, 2008
Abuse victims are advised to keep an overnight bag packed with money, change of clothes and important documents, like driver's license, Social Security card, birth certificates, bank account information, vehicle pink slip and immigration papers, although immigration status is never an obstacle to receiving help. The bag should be kept in a secret place or at a friend's home. (Sonoma Index-Tribune, CA)
Like aviation sector, corporate, IT firms too feeling the heat Oct 17, 2008
All this is just adding to the insecurity of workers and many are wondering if their pink slip is round the corner. "In the wake of the financial slowdown, the company has resorted to benching a good number of employees. The wait is really killing us and most of us are on the verge of depression," said Nirmala, a senior consultant at an IT firm. (India Times, India)
Is Three Weeks Enough Time? Oct 13, 2008
They don't have to look at a record, when they go to work and find a pink slip in their in-box, and are told they are no longer needed because, the company they have worked for 25 years is either down sizing or, moving to Mexico because it is cheaper to manufacture the product they have been making. They don't need a record, to know the cost to live is going up and, the paycheck is going down. (Townhall.com)
Tommy under gun at Clemson Oct 11, 2008
It's hard to imagine one of coaching's survivors escaping a pink slip the way his offense-challenged Tigers are performing. Thursday night's 12-7 loss to Wake Forest, even with a weapon such as C.J. Spiller sidelined by injury and Jacoby Ford hurting, makes it difficult for Clemson to get back in the ACC title chase after being an overwhelming favorite. (Florida Times-Union)
Weather may dash hopes Oct 10, 2008
Thursday, October 9, 2008. Published: Oct 09, 2008 12:30 AM Modified: Oct 09, 2008 03:38 AM. (News & Observer -- Sports)
Knights claim first-ever conference title, Indians win marathon match Oct 8, 2008
Appropriately this was the night the Knights would hand the rest of the league the pink slip as they claimed their first-ever Tomahawk Conference volleyball championship. St. Mary's had a battle on their hands with the Chargers. (Sleepy Eye Herald Dispatch, MN)
Western Conference Oct 8, 2008
A pink slip, and a new job behind Toronto's bench. Now it's McLellan's charge to figure out how to wring a Cup out of such talented wingers, including the likes of Joe Thornton, Patrick Marleau, and Jonathan Cheechoo. (Boston Globe -- Sports)
Red Zone Report: No Art-Official Intelligence Oct 6, 2008
If I failed blatantly at least a half a dozen times in one afternoon at work, Id have my pink slip before days end. But no, this crew was from the Pac-10, where poor officiating thrives. (TheBootleg.com)
SARAH SHOW: 69,989,000 WATCH... Oct 4, 2008
Biden needs the pink slip. Posted by: Roberto Herrera. (The Drudge Report)
Padres have decisions to make Oct 3, 2008
Hitting coach Wally Joyner resigned on Sept. 23, thought to be a preemptive move for a pink slip he figured was coming. Look for his replacement to come from within the organization. (MLB.com -- San Diego Padres)
Main Street vs. Wall Street Oct 3, 2008
On top of that sales are starting to flatten out so I m going to have to pink slip a few people ... Of course I ll give checks and pink slips to a few of them. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Opinion)
SEC Storylines: Alabama Oct 3, 2008
Lose, and, well, rumblings about a pink slip get progressively louder. Auburns offense has struggled in Tony Franklins new offense, but so has Tennessees in Dave Clawsons new scheme. (HawgsIllustrated.com)
House of Paynes Former Writers Plan to Picket Perrys Studio Opening Oct 3, 2008
If Tyler Perry honestly were firing people for the quality of their work, he would issue the first pink slip to himself. What a hypocrite. (TVweek.com)
Home-invasion suspects held without bail (34) Oct 3, 2008
7:16 a.m. - A man who walked into the Valley substation reported that while he had been in custody, his girlfriend forged his signature on the pink slip for his vehicle and sold it to someone in Daly City. Oh, and this happened in 2006. (Sonoma Index-Tribune, CA)
Hospital thoughts Oct 3, 2008
Concerned Citizen wrote on Oct 2, 2008 2:06 PM:" Ms. Carr and Happy Hospital Employee- Some county employees work weekends and holidays. Also, there is administration staff of MMC that does not work weekends and holidays. I don't think the majority of the county employees are less deserving of the same amount of raise that the majority of the MMC staff received. I can't see comparing MMC services with those of Citizen's as MMC oftens refers patients to Citizens because MMC can not or is not able... (Port Lavaca Wave, TX)
The New Odd Couple Sep 24, 2008
Diamond noted Barclays is a meritocracy, and that talent would be the sole determinant of who stays and who gets a pink slip. During a town hall-style meeting Monday on Lehman's second-floor trading area, Barclays Capital CEO Bob Diamond emphasized promoting Barclay's brand of culture. (New York Post -- Business)
THE BLACK HAND Sep 21, 2008
His crew's ride - a slick, black 1978 Dodge BTM nicknamed "Night Rider" - was acquired by sticking a gun in one dealer's mouth and forcing him to sign over the pink slip. "When we drove the Night Rider," Enriquez says, "we could see drug dealers down the street take off running. They spotted the car and knew it was us. We shot, stabbed and beat people - sometimes in broad daylight - and we didn't care if we were seen.". (New York Post -- Opinions)
JAMES SHERK: Don't fret about job security Sep 20, 2008
Large numbers of Americans understandably worry that a pink slip could arrive at any time ... If members can't do that, maybe they're the ones who should be worrying about pink slips. (Fresno Bee -- Opinion)
The Ultimate Layoff Survival Guide Sep 19, 2008
For starters, you can create a layoff preparedness kit, so that if the worst happens and you find yourself on the wrong end of a pink slip with just 10 minutes to vacate the premises, you're not frantic. Related. (ABC News -- Business)
Does an off-colour joke warrant a pink slip? Sep 19, 2008
com: Does an off-colour joke warrant a pink slip ... Does an off-colour joke warrant a pink slip. (Globe and Mail -- National)
Pink Slip Goes Mobile Sep 19, 2008
IGN: I-play Launches New Title The Fast and the Furious: Pink Slip ... I-play Launches New Title The Fast and the Furious: Pink Slip ... The Fast and the Furious: Pink Slip, based on the blockbuster The Fast and the Furious movie franchise, is available this week on all domestic wireless carriers. (IGN Wireless Games)
Don BanksINSIDE THE NFL Sep 18, 2008
Pink slip potential: 99 ... Pink slip potential: 95 percent. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- NFL)
Running for cover Sep 17, 2008
And investment bankers gathered in droves on social networking sites and at offline watering holes to rage against the seismic change in their fortunes from 'masters of the universe' (to quote bestselling author Tom Wolfe) to a tribe living in fear of the pink slip. Already shaken by the bankruptcy of Lehman Brothers and the sale of Merrill Lynch, markets tanked further as major credit rating agencies downgraded US' largest insurer American International Group (AIG), leaving it fighting... (India Times, India -- Intl Business)
General fund not used for air money Sep 17, 2008
Both Sides wrote on Sep 5, 2008 10:40 AM:" Ok, I feel like I am talking to a bunch of democrats that cannot answer a question with a straight honest answer.Please will anybody with any intelligence please answer my simple question, I will ask one more time.When the commissioners tell us there is no money, the department heads have to lay off people. Are you with me so far?Then the lay offs take place, people are sent packing and there lives are now in shamble. So far pretty simple.Then all of a... (Klamath Falls Herald & News, OR)
Pink slip even before he got first pay cheque Sep 17, 2008
He lost his first job before he ever had it. But speak to LSE pass out Arjuna Desai and you realize that despite not having the job Lehman Brothers promised to give him, he's doing fine and not is particularly worried. (India Times, India -- Community News)
Davis thinking of his ego, but not his players Sep 17, 2008
Two games into the season, and now after an unexpectedly poised victory in Kansas City, the head coach faces an imminent pink slip. This is the wrong adjustment at the wrong time. (San Francisco Chronicle)
This time, there's no denying Devils Sep 14, 2008
But the Devils didn't sign the pink slip until after Bryant, who replaced injured Navy starting quarterback Kaipo-Noa Kaheaku-Enhada, hooked up with Tyree Barnes for a 68-yard score for Navy to close the gap again. That's when Aye-Darko pounced and Riley scored the third of his three touchdowns from Duke quarterback Thaddeus Lewis on the day. (News & Observer -- Sports)
Jug Suraiya: All vary well Sep 14, 2008
All vary well -JUGULAR VEIN-Jug Suraiya-Columnists-Opinion-The Times of India. All vary well 14 Sep 2008, 0004 hrs IST, Jug Suraiya. (India Times, India)
