In light of recent layoffs at Meta, which may affect nearly 8,000 employees globally, career coach Shreya Mehta has identified several warning signs that could indicate impending job cuts. Mehta notes that layoffs are rarely sudden; they are usually planned well in advance. Employees should be alert to signs such as detailed inquiries from managers, the emergence of meetings focused on team structures, and hiring freezes in certain departments. Behavioral changes in managers, such as increased kindness or distance, can also signal uncertainty. Additionally, projects being paused or reprioritized may reflect budget reassessments. Mehta encourages employees to recognize these patterns and prepare for potential job changes proactively, rather than waiting for official announcements. As part of its restructuring, Meta has reassigned nearly 7,000 employees to AI-focused teams and is investing over $100 billion in AI-related initiatives this year. The company is shifting towards a flatter organizational structure to enhance efficiency and ownership among employees.