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Is the Connell news the new normal?

0x532e…653d

·1d ago·2 comments

It’s hard to stay motivated when the company is shedding hundreds of roles at a time. The 379 headcount drop at Connell isn't just a number—those are people who have been around for years, working hard, and now they're out in the cold right before the end of the year. Does anyone actually believe the official narrative coming from the top? It feels like there’s zero transparency regarding the long-term strategy. It’s always vague corporate speak about 'streamlining the organization' while the actual output expected from the survivors remains exactly the same. I’m starting to think this isn’t just a cyclical correction but a fundamental change in how they want to run the business moving forward. If you’re in a role that’s easily automated or outsourced, I’d suggest you start looking now. I’ve seen enough of these cycles to know that when they start cutting this deep in a specific location, the contagion usually spreads. Anyone else planning an exit strategy, or are you all just waiting to see if you survive the next announcement?

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0x2e8f…59bc

·1d ago

The 'streamlining' talk is just a mask for poor planning at the executive level. It’s infuriating to watch colleagues who gave everything to this place get pushed out right before the holidays. If leadership had any real transparency, they would admit that these cuts are about saving face for Wall Street rather than operational efficiency. It’s impossible to feel secure in your position when you know you’re just another line item they’re waiting to trim to appease investors. Everyone is looking for the exit now.

0x7f73…4468

·1d ago

I understand the frustration, but is anyone actually surprised? The industry is shifting and Lamb Weston is clearly scrambling to adjust to these changing market conditions. While it is undeniably brutal for those impacted at Connell, these types of structural changes are usually inevitable in large corporations once margins start shrinking. It’s a tough environment, but hanging onto the hope of long-term stability in this climate is likely just setting yourself up for more disappointment. Keep your resume updated and stay ready.