So many people are worried about any upcoming layoffs. I could never understand that. Take your future into your own hands. Save, save, save. Put all that energy you use stressing over potential layoffs and get prepared. You can’t control if you’re laid off, but you can control how you deal with the situation should it happen. I know it’s easier said than done, but guys/girls worrying over it does absolutely nothing except make you stress.
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OP is correct on this one–you can't change the decision(s) that you have NO CONTROL over and/or that've already been made. The company exists to align their interests w/ shareholders...and that's it. As an employee, you're nothing more than a worker be to make money for the company. No one gives a cr*p about your family's financial/health well-being, your mortgage, car payments, etc.
My advice is to have a strong backup plan AND START LOOKING FOR OTHER JOBS RIGHT NOW. You have a pretty good idea whether or not you're on the next chopping block, based on performance, relationship w/ your manager, and general personality.
Oilfield jobs come and go so LOOK AFTER YOURSELF and scr*w everyone around you.