I've been hearing rumors about potential layoffs at my company, and it's got me thinking about how to handle the situation if it comes to that. I'm currently in a role where I want to be proactive, so I'm looking for advice on how to navigate conversations with HR and my manager. Specifically, I'm curious about what I should negotiate or discuss if layoffs happen. Are there different types of layoffs, like performance-based ones, and how should I prepare for that? I want to make sure I'm ready and protected. I've also read some helpful tips from others, like documenting everything now—performance reviews, positive emails from my boss, and any metrics that show my contributions. If they try to label a layoff as performance-based, I want to have proof to counter that narrative. Another piece of advice I found was to never sign severance paperwork on the spot. I plan to take any documents home to review them thoroughly, and if the severance package is significant, I might even consult with a lawyer. It seems like there's usually room to negotiate the severance amount and other terms, so I want to be well-prepared.