The economy is tanking and its not going to recover over night.
Companies are tightening budgets, cutting expenses, and combining
jobs. That is often a sign that lay offs are right around the corner.

Here are five ways to make sure you are not one of the people that
the company plans to let go.

"The worst thing people can do during a downturn is become cynical or
negative at work."

1. Workers that are mediocre or average performers are high on the
list for layoffs. Make sure you distinguish yourself from your other
co-workers. In meetings, don't just sit in the back or in a corner
and not contribute in some way.

2. Constantly learn new skills, get training and exposure in new
areas. Constantly expand your vocabulary. Become known as a source
of new ideas.

Find out what you do good and keep trying to get better.

3. Network with a purpose. Networking is not the same as
socializing. Networking on the job is very important. Know people
outside of your department. When you network with a purpose you want
to leave a lasting impression that you are an employee that is
proactive, a hard worker, a team player, a contributor, a problem
solver and knowledgeable about the business.

4. Be aware of your companies competitors, the industry and trends
related to your profession. When the needs of the business or your
job change, be willing and ready to adapt.

5. If your work load slows down for you, don't see it as an
opportunity to read a non-work related book at your desk, chat on the
phone with friends or work on your personal website during work
hours. Look for work! As long as you are on the payroll keep
working. Help out co-workers or take on a special project even if its
another department.

You do not know who is watching. For example, a manager that leaves
the company will often want to take their best workers with them.
You want to be one of the people that managers seek out.



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