They have voice-mail messages waiting for them from technology recruiters. At least for now. Layoff as Adventure For those who remain at beleaguered companies, the mood isn't all bad either. At PSINet, lighthearted, often macabre banter about possible layoffs is quite common, said a PSINet employee who requested anonymity. It's all a joke. . . .
People know they can easily walk.
She has turned the online job search into a strategic game. She changes the key words on the profile that goes with her resume every three days because companies search by particular key words. She frequently alters her title, and makes sure she uses the key words that catch resume searchers when she lists her accomplishments. There are constantly rumors of layoffs at PSINet, she said, but she's not sweating over it. If I get fired . . .