Employee in a catch-22 after 18 years: Take a new offer or wait for layoff and severance? Gets strategic guidance

An employee with many years at one company is facing a tough career choice as layoffs are expected. The person must decide between trying for a difficult new role or waiting for a severance package. Online users shared mixed advice about job safety, money support, and the current slow hiring market, making the decision very stressful and confusing.