7 Ways to Make Yourself Indispensable

7 Ways to Make Yourself Indispensable at Work
How to Make Sure You Keep Your Job During Layoffs
By Cathleen Carlos, Salary.com contributing writer

As companies downsize and jobs are lost, many people wonder why they’re let go while other employees remain with the company. Although there are always many factors to consider — political, economic, etc. — it often comes down to being considered indispensable.

Having worked at several companies that have downsized in the past, I’ve learned these seven things that can help ensure your company is happy with your performance and holds onto you at all costs.