#voluntarylayoffs

Has anyone had any success "volunteering" for a layoff, knowing that layoffs are being planned? I'm so close to retirement that I would welcome being laid off, plus doing so would likely save someone else on my team from being laid off. If we can be fairly confident that layoffs are being planned, would it make sense to let your boss or higher up leadership know that you'd be open to a layoff package? Has anyone successfully done this recently?

My department, PLM, announced voluntary layoffs are coming. Sounded like it might be in waves but not 100% sure. They said other areas across the enterprise will be doing the same as well. Anyone else hear anything?

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https://www.bizjournals.com/atlanta/news/2026/02/23/teamsters-loses-bid-to-block-ups-voluntary-layoffs.html

Just had a talk with my adviser about this whole voluntary layoff thing….With me I am so close to 65, I plan to get out of telecomm and pick up a mediocre part time job to cushion the loss of CC funds. Come to find out the upcoming deposit of my severance, any upcoming bonus, banked PTO, etc etc….will be held against me when I start my Medicare…the large deposit will be a IRMAA surcharge on both my Medicare part B and part D premiums. This sliding scale of 5 brackets will no doubly kick my Medicare premiums a few more hundred dollars per month. To those of my coworkers who plan to jump into retirement after the severance comes may take this into consideration. If anyone has any constructive criticism on this matter, I’m all ears.

I'd take a buyout in a heartbeat if they offered it to my department. I'm wondering if expressing interest early helps your chances. Does anyone have direct experience with volunteering to be included in the reductions?

Do you think there's a slim possibility of voluntary layoffs? It would be so much better than the fear of forced cuts. People who are ready to go could leave with dignity, and it might reduce the number of involuntary terminations.

Does it have any legs?

Also heard that they are looking for volunteers. Bit confused.
If I express interest, then I am exposing my intent to the management which can easily put me in a PIP or find other reasons and kick me out.
If I keep quiet also it may happen but then I missed my chance of volunteering (and may be saving someone who needs the job). I am done with this org and have something else. But I do not want to lose my one-year of potential severance. That is a lot to leave it on the table

Any insight?

Is there any truth to the rumors of “voluntary” layoffs? With the recent decimation of market cap, that would be no surprise.

I want to be on the list, is there a way to make sure of that? I don't want to be fired, though. I want to get severance.

For those who asked to be laid off and got the severance package, can you share how to ask (even though it’s not allowed) and how long it took? Can anyone weigh in on the chances of this happening? Thanks.

Sorry for all the people who were laid off and didn’t want it but hope you’ll find another job which will probably pay better.

For whatever reason, they don’t want to work anymore. Can they signify manager to have them in the laid off list. When is the latest to let them know (as layoff is normally planned ahead).

Similar to the "voluntary" program at Ubisoft Massive in 2025, Ubi is looking to make cuts without actually imposing layoffs.

https://www.pcgamer.com/gaming-industry/ubisoft-hopes-200-employees-at-its-paris-hq-will-agree-to-quit-so-it-doesnt-have-to-lay-them-off-the-regular-way/

I kinda want to volunteer but talking to my boss about it feels like a gamble. Could it backfire and make my remaining time here worse?

Can somebody explain that to me please?

I'm done. Can anyone give tips on how to get laid off? I know I'm not the only one that is patiently waiting.

I'm not joking, I'd really like to volunteer if possible.

I never thought I’d feel this way, but when the next round comes, I’ll be happy to step forward if given an opportunity. That’s how worn down Cisco has made me.

Only counted two on Linkedin announcing the news... I'm guessing not enough old guys leaving to stop the second phase... involuntary layoffs.

The odds of finding another job anytime soon are very low. Rationally, I should want to hold on to this one, no matter how bad it is. But the toxicity and manipulation, being overworked and underappreciated, the constant exhaustion, and having so little ability to make decisions that actually benefit clients have pushed rational thinking out of the picture. I just can’t keep doing this job if I want to be even remotely good to myself.

If leadership is planning massive layoffs, which they are, this would be a good way to start. I’d take it without a second thought, and I imagine plenty of others would too.

Spain's Telefonica plans to cut over 4,500 jobs voluntarily across its operations, following union negotiations. The reductions include positions in its Spanish and global units, and subscription TV service Movistar+. This strategy aims to manage costs amid slow growth in the European telecom sector.

https://www.devdiscourse.com/article/science-environment/3733431-telefonicas-voluntary-job-cuts-a-strategic-move-amid-economic-pressures

Working here is actually he-l and i would rather take a couple months pay to be laid off than endure more of this. Every employee that still works here is working 1.5x harder and paid the exact same or less every year due to inflation. I havent seen my family in over 6 months

Teradata just rolled out a voluntary separation program.

Just heard they are being offered VSP in Quincy. Anyone here from there who can confirm one way or another?

Took the VSP and now going to the next phase in my life. Oxy has been really good to work for and I appreciate being able to leave on my own terms with the help of the VSP. I wish all those that are taking the VSP well on this new journey in life, and I will be pulling for all those still working at Oxy. Good luck to all and I hope you and your families are all blessed. Thank you Oxy for making this possible.

I’d like to approach my manager and volunteer for the severance package. 1 pay period per year that is.

Are they accepting volunteer layoffs at this time? How does one know if they are?

Does anyone else plan to volunteer for the next RIF? My manager said she firmly believes there will be another RIF after the Frontier merger and that it will impact our department. I have been unhappy in my role for the last year or so (largely due to changes that happened since the VSP). Can we volunteer for the next RIF? Or does that not carry any weight?

Hello. I have money and am losing my work passion. It’s mostly as a result of workload and how frustrating it is to accomplish the most basic of things.
If I volunteer for lay off, what are the implications? Is the severance one year for someone with 25 years of service? Am I going to give up a good bonus score? I know scores are manipulated to achieve certain payouts. I am on the fence about continuing here, but I know I am very good at my job.

For those that have been around a long time, were EOIs offered in the layoffs before competitive edge, do you think the company will offer EOIs in the next round?

is there any way i can get myself laid off? this is a serious inquiry

I was dead set on staying here a few months ago, but I've changed my mind. Enough is enough. I want out, and I hope I can get out with severance as a nice safety net. What are the odds we'll be given a chance to volunteer before they start cutting folks left and right?

• Paramount told staff they must return to the office five days a week starting in January and offered a voluntary severance package to employees at vice president level and below who did not want to comply.
• Around 600 people, mainly in Los Angeles and New York, chose the payout instead of coming back full time. This comes on top of earlier layoffs and broader restructuring and cost cutting after the Skydance merger, including leadership changes at CBS News and canceling “The Late Show.”
• Critics say the new owner David Ellison is reshaping the company in ways that may also be politically aligned with President Trump, who recently settled a lawsuit with Paramount and has praised Ellison’s direction.

https://thehill.com/homenews/media/5600559-paramount-layoffs-office-return/

So many people changed their minds and want out. It would make everything so much easer.

Hot take but since Nike is over staffed why not offer a buyout option? Over 10 years and certain levels of age just let them volunteer and avoid the noise. Other companies are doing it. Google again. That would be a positive all team announcement for many. EH said he only wants people here who want to be here and that’s a great way to help navigate the crossroads.

I am beyond retirement age and I have made it known that I volunteer for a RIP package. Do you think anyone will pay attention? Save a young guy, RIF me!

I'd like to volunteer, but I don't want to risk it if we're done for now. The last thing I need is to be PIPed and kicked out without anything because I put a target on my back for no reason.

It’s the last week before the application period closes.. what are you hearing? Is it as messy as the first wave? Also been hearing some rumors about a possible third wave in 2026 have you heard anything on that side?

70 front line want out