Are you planning layoffs next year?

LAYOFFS: As we head to 2024, 92% of employers are expecting additional headcount cuts, according to Randstad RiseSmart . And most organizations, the survey found, are not prepared to help their workforces manage those cuts. ?

"Many companies over-hired after the pandemic when the economy had really softened, and now they're sort of left in this challenging position of needing to make some changes to their operating expenses which often comes in the form of layoffs," says Lindsay Witcher , senior vice president of Randstad RiseSmart.?If you are planning layoffs, here's now to prepare right now:

Read: 92% of employers expect more layoffs in 2024

HEALTH AND WELLNESS: It's universally acknowledged that sitting at a desk and staring at a computer for eight hours a day is not good for your body — but there are certain habits that add even more aches to your workday.?

"For instance, a heavy bag you sling over the top of your shoulder can put a lot of pressure on a small joint," says Mallory Behenna , an orthopedic physical therapist at Florida-based Brooks Rehabilitation . "A really wide keyboard may [force] your elbows away from your body, making your arm muscles work harder to hold your arms in position." Behenna shares a few other bad habits, and how to revise them to avoid additional stress and pain. Are you guilty of these common practices?

Read: Doom scrolling, heavy totes and lumbar support pillows: 5 bad habits hurting your body at work

RETIREMENT: U.S. News & World Report 's latest ranking of the best cities for retirees listed seven cities in Pennsylvania in their top 10 list. Factors like housing affordability, quality and accessibility of healthcare, and overall happiness influenced where retirees feel the best about their post-work lifestyle.

To factor in current concerns like inflation and climate change , U.S. News expanded their "Desirability Index" this year to include whether a location is prone to severe weather risks, as well as the financial capacity of residents to recover after natural disasters. Additionally, they expanded their affordability index beyond housing prices to include price parity, which measures the cost of goods compared to the national average.?Check out which cities made the cut:

Read: Best cities to retire in 2024