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Greg Langstaff
Warning Signs a Layoff Is Coming (and How Companies Decide Who Stays)
21 minutes Posted Mar 16, 2026 at 2:00 pm.
Signs a layoff is coming
Why do companies do mass layoffs?
What is "right sizing"?
Has contract work replaced real jobs
Is there anything we can do to protect ourselves from a layoff
How do companies decide who to layoff
If we see a layoff coming, what can we do?
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This week, Jeff and Greg are diving into a very upsetting topic: how to spot a layoff coming. If the thought of an impending layoff gives you anxiety, you are not alone. We’re going to give you the clear signs and practical steps you can take right now to protect yourself and turn a negative situation into a career relaunch.


In this episode, we cover:

  • Obvious red flags that mean a layoff is coming
  • What “Right Sizing” really means (and how companies use it)
  • How to make yourself indispensable
  • Why getting laid off is the "perfect out" for your next job interview
  • What to gather RIGHT NOW while you still have access to company files
  • The 3 things companies look at when deciding who to cut
  • How being laid off can launch you into a better job


Listen in to help us, help you give yourself the best chance of landing your Next Job… NOW :)

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