Has anyone had any success "volunteering" for a layoff, knowing that layoffs are being planned? I'm so close to retirement that I would welcome being laid off, plus doing so would likely save someone else on my team from being laid off. If we can be fairly confident that layoffs are being planned, would it make sense to let your boss or higher up leadership know that you'd be open to a layoff package? Has anyone successfully done this recently?
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Be careful if you volunteer for a layoff you won’t get unemployment at least in the state of mn.
These managers need to go
I would not recommend bringing this up first. It could be twisted into a resignation and you’ll lose severance and un-employment.
Just show up at 12 and leave at 3 you'll get your PIP or a promotion.
Yes it seems several leaders who are planning to retire were given that opportunity. Definitely speak with your leader. Those of us who are newer (mid level career) need these opportunities.
Not for me so far. I have told my manager to put me at the top of the layoff list if one is coming to save someone else job. It has been almost 3 months and nothing. Next step is to try to get a CAP (PIP) to see if I can get some $$$ to add to my transition out of this place. I am trying to see if I can get one final package for early retirement since I am financial independent and this is the only time in life where whatever cr-p an employer want to put on my resume does not matter. Really want one last hurrah before leaving the corporate world behind and disappear into the night (I mean beaches). LOL!