Although no magic
formula exists for predicting job security, this Quick Quiz can
help you consider various factors that may determine whether you wind up
on a layoff list. Although some things are out of your control, many
are not. For job security advice, check out
How to Avoid Losing Your Job.
Agree
Disagree
Your Work
4
3
2
1
1.Top management views my type of work as critical
for business success.
4
3
2
1
2.The work I do supports top priorities of
the managers above me.
4
3
2
1
3.I have agreed with my manager on my most important
goals for this year.
4
3
2
1
4.I am extremely busy all the time.
4
3
2
1
5.My manager views me as a top performer in my
department.
Your Skills
4
3
2
1
6.I have the skills needed to produce outstanding
results in my current job.
4
3
2
1
7.I have the skills needed to adapt to future
changes in my organization.
4
3
2
1
8.I am viewed as one of the most capable people in
my department.
4
3
2
1
9.I try hard to keep my work-related knowledge and
skills up-to-date.
4
3
2
1
10.I have skills that would enable me to do other
jobs in my organization.
Relationship with Management
4
3
2
1
11.I get along well with my manager.
4
3
2
1
12.My manager’s boss is aware of my contributions.
4
3
2
1
13.I have a good relationship with my manager’s boss.
4
3
2
1
14.I have a good relationship with my human resources
department.
4
3
2
1
15.I have received high ratings on my most recent
performance reviews.
Reputation
4
3
2
1
16.I am known as someone who gets along well with
others.
4
3
2
1
17.People often come to me for advice or assistance.
4
3
2
1
18.People in other departments view me as helpful.
4
3
2
1
19.I know a lot of people in my organization.
4
3
2
1
20.I am known as someone with a lot of expertise.
Your Organization
4
3
2
1
21.My company or agency is financially sound.
4
3
2
1
22.We have not had any layoffs in the last year or
so.
4
3
2
1
23.There has been no “bad news” about our
organization in the press recently.
4
3
2
1
24.The demand for our product or service has remained
strong.
4
3
2
1
25.Top management in our organization has not changed
recently.
Total Points:
There is no
surefire way to predict job security, but the more points you have, the
safer your job is likely to be
