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Anyone else feeling the pressure with the RTO push + constant layoffs?

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·47d ago·1 comments
Seeing the news about the latest 103 layoffs, specifically in Santa Clara, just adds to the anxiety. We've been hearing rumors for weeks, and then it's confirmed with an exact number. Meanwhile, the company is pushing hard for RTO, and frankly, it feels like a slap in the face. On one hand, they're telling us to come back to the office, making us commute again, dealing with traffic, etc. On the other hand, they're quietly cutting headcount, which signals instability and makes you wonder if your job is safe. I've heard stories (like that lawsuit about disability and RTO) that highlight how out of touch some of these policies feel when paired with job insecurity. Is anyone else in Santa Clara feeling this squeeze? How are you navigating it? It's a tough environment to stay motivated in when you feel like you're being asked to make sacrifices while the company is making these big, often painful, decisions.

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·47d ago

The RTO push coupled with the layoffs is incredibly demoralizing. It creates a real sense of uncertainty about the future, and it's hard to reconcile the demand to be in the office with the news of people losing their jobs. It makes you question priorities and whether the company's actions align with its stated goals. The anxiety is palpable, and it's understandable why many are feeling the pressure. It feels like a disconnect between management's directives and the reality on the ground.