Today, my manager delivered a rather alarming message during our team meeting. He stated, "the way we work is about to change in a couple of weeks." This was said in a serious tone, which immediately raised my concerns. When we pressed for more details, he mentioned that a skip manager or director would be making an announcement soon. Given the context of our company, which is heavily investing in AI technologies, I can’t help but feel uneasy about what this change might entail. It could simply mean a restructuring where mid-level managers are expected to take on more individual contributor roles, but part of me wonders if this is a warning about potential layoffs. I’ve seen comments from colleagues who experienced similar situations in their departments, leading to significant cuts. Right now, I’m feeling uncertain and distracted, and I’m not sure how to proceed with my work. I might need to start looking for new opportunities just in case.