Mergers, outsourcing, and downsizing are the order of the day--and tomorrow as well. And employees everywhere now live in fear of layoffs. In this no-nonsense career guide, HR experts from the front lines demonstrate how to become invaluable at work and fend off a pink slip. The authors explain how to:

• Make yourself and your contributions visible
• Stay aware of trends, anticipate change, and adapt
• Acquire a reputation as a positive team player
• Become the "go-to" person

It is possible to weather the storm that's swiftly tearing through every industry...