siltonpaul's journey

I work in a government organization and have been here for two years. Lately, I've been feeling anxious about potential layoffs. Recently, two colleagues in my department left and weren't replaced, with management citing hiring difficulties and budget constraints. In an adjacent department, five people were let go over the past year, including a key role that won't be backfilled due to significant budget cuts. Our department was also asked to reduce our budget for next year, and we've lost perks like snacks and travel for everyone has been canceled. All these signs have me worried that layoffs might be on the horizon. I'm considering updating my resume and preparing for the worst.