Survival | 5 ways to prove you're essential in a crisis

With reports of widespread redundancies making headlines the world over, many industries are struggling to remain financially viable due to the ongoing coronavirus pandemic.

As a result, anxieties around the stability of their careers are pushing worker wellbeing to the brink. Last month Rolls-Royce announced that 3,000 jobs would be cut from the company, whilst British Airways revealed that it expects to lose 28% of its workforce due to the drastic downturn in the travel industry.

It’s understandable, given these shocking numbers, that professionals would be feeling a heightened sense of anxiety around their careers. However, rather than just crossing their fingers and hoping for the best result, there is something that those worried about their future tenure can do to ensure that they have the best chance of being considered ‘essential’.

Obviously, nothing can ensure the security of any job in this time, however, the below five points will offer a fighting chance for anyone who considers themselves to be on the brink of disaster.