Job Security
There is no such thing as job security!
During slow economic times companies have to cut costs. One of the ways they do that is letting people go. In most cases they have no choice. They have to cut their expenses any way possible or go bankrupt and if this happens all employees lose their job.
If you are still employed, start now to learn everything you can about setting up your own online business. Set up your business as soon as possible. Work at it part time until you are earning the income you need and then you can work full time at your business.
If you are unemployed, start now getting your business set up. Affiliate marketing is the easiest business because you don’t need your own product(s).
It will work best if you specialize in something you enjoy doing. Do online research to find something you like. The most important thing is to get started.