Welcome to the LaidOffCamp Wiki
The primary purpose of this wiki is for the organization and planning of LaidOffCamps, which are ad-hoc gathering of unemployed and nontraditionally employed people (including freelancers, entrepreneurs and startups) who want to share ideas and learn from each other.
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Comments (34)
Julia Clapton said
at 8:10 am on Dec 24, 2009
Hear about this site through Leo's show! Great idea!
Generation Axed said
at 10:06 am on Sep 9, 2009
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(account deleted) said
at 2:40 pm on Sep 7, 2009
Wow, a lot of people here. I am looking to connect with a freelance entrepreneurial web expert who can handle front end design as well as back end support of a new web based motorsports services business. Somebody who is motivated and wants to get in on the ground floor. Preferably in the SF bay but not required.
Looking to make this happen soon, but not going to be impatient. please reach out and I will be sure to provide a timely response.
Eric
EricSnowR1@gmail.com
Hector Krauss said
at 11:07 am on Aug 13, 2009
Helping companies addressing the US Based Hispanic market in a culturally accurate and revenue generating way. hector@arribagroup.net
DHResumes said
at 1:13 pm on Jun 8, 2009
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Joy Ceilidh said
at 12:12 am on Apr 5, 2009
This is great! It really ties in with the project I recently started: Redefining Unemployment http://www.redefining-unemployment.net/
Basically the concept is that the current economic crisis has given an unprecedented number of people a lot of free time - there are talented, skilled people with good ideas that can connect and create their own opportunities. While we're at it, we can focus on creating companies that have a more sustainable business model and which strengthen our local economies. Anyway, I'm looking forward to connecting more with LaidOffCamp!
I lost my job last December and have never been happier.
Tracy Pullman said
at 9:37 am on Mar 30, 2009
Thanks! Posted Motorola Developer Infrastructure Engineer
Chris said
at 10:11 pm on Mar 26, 2009
Post any/all jobs at http://jobs.laidoffcamp.com
Tracy Pullman said
at 9:15 pm on Mar 26, 2009
Just wondering...where is the best place to post a job opening to the bay area laidoffcamp community? Thanks!
Jason said
at 11:16 am on Mar 10, 2009
Hear about this site through Leo's show! Great idea!
Melea said
at 1:55 pm on Mar 9, 2009
On Saturday, we started a Facebook group called Can we find 1,234,567 people to create *FUN* not fear by April 1, 2009? Our goal for today is 1,234.567 members. Right now, we're over 1,100.1. LaidOff Camp's interest in using human creativity in times of adversity and collaboration is just the kind of thing that our group is all about. I'm posting a link there to your wiki. Please find us at: http://tinyurl.com/funnotfear Join, participate, and sign up for the webinar on April Fools' Day!
-Melea
melea@meleaseward.com
Cmcguire said
at 11:43 am on Mar 8, 2009
Hey Everybody. Chris this is a cool site. I got laid off from my interactive web developer/IT position in the beginning of February and I'm still a CSC student but was recently developing CMS solutions in php/MySQL. I really appreciate this community for standing up for each other and I think this a great feat. ATL...
Sean McCarthy said
at 8:32 pm on Mar 7, 2009
Hi Chris and everyone else. I am a laid off IT guy and am hanging in there taking things day by day. I found this a while back and went for it. http://www.greatcareerplan.com/?smccarthy75
I thought I would share it with you because it has helped me and I am on my way to self sufficiency. Hopefully (with persistence) I will never go through this hell again.
Ivan Lopez said
at 2:30 pm on Mar 6, 2009
Hola Chris... Soy colombiano estudiante de Ingenieria Informatica hay mucho desempleo en este pais en especial en este sector, me gustaria saber como podria hacer conferencias de este tipo y asi colaborar con tu causa, desde mi pais te felicito por esta labor y mucha suerte.
Daniel Man said
at 1:49 pm on Mar 6, 2009
Loving this idea for sure. Unfortunately, I live in Canada, so it might be sometime before this thing reaches my end.
Wish everyone the best of luck with this, none the less!
Gaston said
at 7:43 pm on Mar 4, 2009
Chris and all...
Thanks again for putting this together it was quite an experience..
Also if you attended, feel free to edit and add to the page:
Future of Laidoffcamp - Feedback.
Chris said
at 5:38 pm on Mar 4, 2009
The venue said 380 people showed up, but most of the press estimated the number at 400-500
David Sweet said
at 5:26 pm on Mar 4, 2009
We are putting a team together for our San Fran www.WatchPickWin.com Mission Street retail location.
The Prime Tiime Emmy folks, Barrie, asked that I write new comedy production to cheer America up.
We are looking for Experienced CMO, CTO, CCO, types and Gaming Specialists to present to the top 12 San Fran Funding Groups..
in our Exec Mgmt Team for this new Comedy Game Show parody of Deal-no-Deal...where the laid off win free stuff for guessing
sales numbers by our models.. sign in and upload your resume.!.
We have quite a few corps to ready to go..!
Dave Sweet
Emmy Award Winning Comedy Writer
PremierImagery.com
Abby Zimberg said
at 4:54 pm on Mar 4, 2009
any definite numbers for attendees? Am adding a post to someone's blog called fired for now.
Mariva H. Aviram said
at 4:17 pm on Mar 4, 2009
I'm unable to log in to jobs.laidoffcamp.com in order to post job listings. Here are the jobs available at Kyte:
http://www.kyte.com/careers/
(account deleted) said
at 11:38 am on Mar 4, 2009
Sorry I missed this. I think it's a great idea and good luck with it in the future!
erinleighbrown said
at 12:48 am on Mar 4, 2009
unfortunately, i think some structure would be really beneficial for a day dealing with well educated professionals.
GotLaidOff said
at 11:30 pm on Mar 3, 2009
I Had a great time! Thanks for putting this together!
Benjamin said
at 3:59 pm on Mar 2, 2009
iPhone app for quickly canceling your ATT/iPhone account?
lapp said
at 2:00 pm on Mar 2, 2009
Please make sure I am on the mailing list for the next event. Although we are in Florida and unable to attend, we would love to sponsor next event in some fashion!
Craig
www.vois.com
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at 5:14 pm on Feb 19, 2009
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Kelli Joyner said
at 6:49 pm on Feb 18, 2009
I have been laid off myself in the past, and know how hard it can be. After that last scare, in addition to my accounting job, I started selling Mary Kay part-time...recently I quit my accounting job to to sell Mary Kay full-time. I'm always looking for people to join my team, if anyone is interested. We actually aren't looking for the "sales type." We don't want anyone too pushy. The products sell themselves--they're wonderful! It's great flexibility, only $100 for a starter kit that has over $375 worth of full-size products to help you get started, the earning potential is unlimited, easy to earn prizes, great self-esteem, and my favorite part is making people feel better about themselves! If any of you want to hear more about it, please shoot me an email or give me a call, my info is on my website at: www.marykay.com/kellijoyner
Christine said
at 6:38 pm on Feb 18, 2009
How come when i click on the above listed names it states there is no link or this person may have had access but doesn't now. Where did everyone go?
I am starting a group at my church trying to Link people together who are in need of work with those who need work done. I am starting small but thought this would be a great resource for me to start at. But no one is available to talk with. Maybe I am missing something. Anyone? Help.
M Briggs said
at 6:15 pm on Feb 4, 2009
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Chris said
at 3:31 pm on Jan 31, 2009
Robert: Fixed... Thanks for letting me know!
Robert Tabaldo said
at 3:17 pm on Jan 31, 2009
Received an access denied message when attempting to use the above laidoffcamp SF march 3rd link.
Ron said
at 2:09 am on Jan 29, 2009
I have an as-yet un-funded startup ( www.wherescool.com ) that is being run by a growing number of entirely unemployed folks contributing time (myself included).
Maybe you could add a board or list of similar ventures that are cash-devoid but still looking for people with downtime to contribute to. Hopefully we can rally around projects like these with the hope of creating some new jobs or at least giving some training in new areas and resume boosters.
Ric Johnson said
at 3:07 pm on Jan 28, 2009
If anyone wants a great domain to start their own business, please check out OpenDomain
This is NOT SPAM - we have no ads. We have given great domains away like Drupal.Com or json.com
For example - would anyone like to use 4ny.com for a social community?
Another great example is Liposculpture.com - this keyword brings in $2-3 per click!
I live in the US and am an active blogger - I want to help in anyway
Gregg Masters said
at 6:32 pm on Jan 27, 2009
Great idea Jen and Chris! Creativity often prospers most in adversity. And connection makes the strong group, stronger...Intimate, transparent groups, i.e., those who share without an agenda, will benefit all who show up and participate authentically!
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