295: Surviving Restructuring, Reorganizations, Layoffs, and RIFs: What Mid-Career Professionals Need to Know

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Navigating a job loss or corporate shakeup? In this must-listen episode, career expert John Neral explains the real differences between restructuring, reorganization, layoffs, and RIFs, and how mid-career professionals can stay grounded through uncertain times.

Whether you're affected by government DOGE initiatives, private-sector downsizing, or just sensing change ahead, you'll learn how to:

• Recognize what you can control
• Protect your well-being and set strong boundaries
• Understand how leadership makes tough calls
• Prepare a solid career contingency plan
• Identify your transferable skills and stay marketable
• Build financial security and emotional resilience

This episode offers clarity, compassion, and concrete steps to help you weather workplace change and protect your career.

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Chapters

1. Change in Today's Job Market (00:00:00)

2. Understanding Reorganizations vs. Layoffs (00:03:07)

3. Leadership and Management Perspectives (00:06:13)

4. Taking Control of Your Situation (00:11:56)

5. The DOGE Effect on Organizations (00:17:44)

6. Taking Care of Yourself First (00:22:07)

7. Finding Support and Next Steps (00:28:05)