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You're right, I don't. But it feels like most places who use job security as an argument are pretty much lying.
by seivan 14y ago
You're right, I don't. But it feels like most places who use job security as an argument are pretty much lying.
- coldtea 14y agoNowadays more so, but back in the day it was a more stable job environment. That said, while nothing is 100% certain, there are jobs and companies that are more stable than others. Even in trendy companies, not just IBM-style monoliths. You don't often here about massive layoffs at Apple or Google, do you?
- seivan 14y agoIBM is probably not a good example as they are constantly laying off Americans in favour for cheaper HB1 abusable indians.
- cookiecaper 14y agoIt's never absolutely guaranteed, but it's not like it's some phantom principle. With a bit of awareness, in most cases, you should be able to predict the likelihood that your position at your present employer will continue to exist (and the likelihood that your employer will continue to allow you to fill it).