Current company I work for is being acquired and their benefits package is much less comprehensive including the bonus structure.

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October 4,2021 at 1:01PM UTC

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Current company I work for is being acquired and their benefits package is much less comprehensive including the bonus structure.

Layoffs have begun. And most teams are doing more work with less resources. Is it common to volunteer or plant a seed that I don't mind being put on the list to get let go? Would rather have a cushion and spend my time looking for a new role instead of being in this environment.

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Gretchen SkalkaOctober 4,2021 at 1:19PM UTC
Are they asking for for volunteers?
Jennifer LOctober 4,2021 at 6:16PM UTC
Do companies ask for volunteers? I have never heard of that. Would be interesting to know and easier to step up
AnonymousOctober 5,2021 at 2:14AM UTC
Some companies do. Or they will specifically go to certain people - often those nearest to retirement.
Gretchen SkalkaOctober 6,2021 at 6:44PM UTC
I can recall one time, when the Palm Beach Post was planning it's first downsizing. They knew they were going to cut 300 positions and they did go to the newsroom staff and ask for volunteers then, yes.
It's the only such case I personally know of, though.
AnonymousOctober 4,2021 at 2:29PM UTC
I would not, no. A brilliant uber driver recently told me 'reality takes care of itself'--aim higher! It's possible (I don't know how likely) that mgmt may offer incentivs to leave, and y ou'll miss out on that if you alert them up front you don't mind going. Wait to see if there's a good deal in the offing and good luck.
Barb HansenOctober 4,2021 at 4:15PM UTC
I have volunteered to be added to a layout list. I called my manager and said "If someone needs to be let go from our team, I can take that hit".
I didn't say that I was unhappy with my position (which I was), I said something like "I was able to ride it out financially", and I knew others on the team couldn't.
The lay-off package was great, and I was starting to look for another job, so the timing was perfect.
LindaOctober 4,2021 at 5:36PM UTC
Barb
I’ve been working from home for 10 years. Maybe it may be helpful for you. I’m happy to show you what I do.
All the best,
Linda
Barb HansenOctober 5,2021 at 4:19PM UTC
Thank you for the offer of help. but I'm good. My comment about offering to be laid off was related to an incident that happened about 15 years ago. I'm fully employed now :)