Prepare ahead for Pink Slips
In a very interesting article entitled “Five signs you may be on the layoff list Knowing a pink slip may be ahead allows you to prepare,” Ruth Mantell, MarketWatch lays out five interesting points for employees to consider in any economy but particularly important to keep on your radar now!
Five signs to watch out for:
Others are losing their jobs
There is a hiring freeze
Training Budget are cut and/or projects slow down
Pay attention to office gossip
Your company is missing targets
Tips for keeping your job:
Make yourself irreplaceable
Continue to build your skills
Don’t seem paranoid or anxious
As a reminder this is a particularly important time to make sure that your emergency fund is intact and that you have a backup plan in case the dreaded pink slip lands in your hands.