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Anyone else still waiting for the calendar invite?

0x149a…8b27

·12d ago·2 comments

It’s been a few days since July 21st and the office is effectively a ghost town. I’m currently stuck in that weird, limbo period where I haven't been let go, but I also have zero access to the new project drives. Is anyone else experiencing this? My lead told me to 'sit tight and focus on administrative tasks,' but we all know that’s just code for 'we’re figuring out who else needs to be cut by Friday.' I’ve been with the company for five years, and the lack of transparency is honestly the worst part. Every time a notification pings on my screen, my heart drops into my stomach. I’ve started scrubbing my portfolio and updating my LinkedIn because I don’t think any of us are safe at this point. Josh D’Amaro’s 'culture of efficiency' is clearly just a polite way of saying they’re trimming the fat until there’s nothing left but automated workflows. If you’re still sitting at your desk, what’s the word from your side of the building? Has anyone actually received clarity, or are we all just waiting for the next round of invites to drop?

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0x2e8f…59bc

·12d ago

That limbo state is brutal, and honestly, the 'administrative tasks' line is a classic stall tactic while they finalize the logistics. I went through something similar during a restructuring phase a few years back, and it’s mentally exhausting. If you’ve already lost access to the project drives, the writing is unfortunately on the wall. Update your resume tonight and start reaching out to your network while you’re still officially on the payroll. Don't wait for them to give you a formal invite to leave; take control of your exit strategy now so you aren't blindsided by a Friday afternoon meeting.

0x532e…653d

·12d ago

I'm sorry you're dealing with this. The complete lack of transparency is the most frustrating part of the whole process. When management starts giving vague instructions like 'sit tight,' it usually means they are prioritizing their internal optics over the human cost. It’s unprofessional to leave people in the dark for days like this. Since you’ve been there five years, you’ve put in your time, and you deserve a straight answer. Use this downtime to download any portfolio work you’re legally allowed to take and start looking elsewhere immediately. You deserve to work somewhere that treats your tenure with actual respect.