<prompt> Human: Ive been in a position with this company for many years, and have risen to a place where I feel respected and have real value. Ive just learned that the owner has sold to a larger company that wants to break into the area, and so now Ill have a new boss or bosses, and I feel Ill be going from a big fish in a small, familiar pond to a little fish in an unknown sea.What are some considerations in these situations? How do I protect myself, my compensation and my seniority? What if I have to interview for my own job?  <response>: Its like any other change that might happen at any time in a company... if you find you dont like it, you should be prepared to move on. If you dont like the new management style, if you lose your seniority, if they cut your pay, move to another company that values your skills. On the other hand, you might be worrying over nothing. Bigger doesnt necessarily mean worse. Your new bosses might be fine or even great. Your role might not change much or might even get better. A larger company might be able to offer better job security and might have better compensation and benefits. If it were me, Id start polishing up the ol resume, maybe start sniffing around for outside opportunities if you can do so without your employer finding out, but otherwise hold steady and just see how the chips fall. Theres not much else you can do until you know more. 