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Protect Your Federal Career: Prepare for Potential RIFs Now

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If you’re a federal employee with civil service protections, it’s time to pay attention. Reports indicate that reductions in force (RIFs) may be on the horizon. While probationary employees have already been affected, those with full civil service protections should not assume they are safe. Agencies are already laying the groundwork for potential layoffs, and if you don’t understand the rules, you could be caught off guard.

But you don’t have to be.

This Saturday from 11 AM to Noon (or longer if needed), Shaun Southworth is hosting a live Q&A session exclusively for members of The Mindful Federal Employee Power Hub. We will break down everything you need to know to protect yourself, including:

  • Who is most at risk? Learn if your position could be targeted.
  • How do agencies justify RIFs? Know the legal and illegal justifications.
  • What are your rights before, during, and after a RIF?
  • How do bumping and retreat rights work? Can you keep your job?
  • What happens if you fight back? MSPB appeals and rehire lists explained.
  • Which agencies are signaling RIFs first?
  • The one critical action you must take now.

This is not just a one-time live event—it’s part of an ongoing support system.

 

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Inside The Mindful Federal Employee Power Hub Membership, you’ll get:

âś… Live Q&A sessions with expert legal insights on workplace protections.
âś… An Employee Rights Guide—all your rights, clearly explained and organized.
âś… A 30-Day Mindfulness Challenge—because surviving federal employment requires both legal knowledge and mental resilience.

And the best part? You can try it FREE for three days—no risk, no catch.

With uncertainty ahead, now is the time to prepare. Federal agencies may not provide clear or accurate information, but we will. Your job and your future are worth fighting for.

Sign up today and join us this Saturday.

Let’s make sure you have the answers and strategies you need—before RIFs start rolling out.

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