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San Diego ServiceNow - Anyone seeing a hiring freeze post-layoff?

0x317a…a7a2

·39d ago·2 comments

Hey everyone, so the news dropped about the 63 folks let go on June 12th in San Diego. Rough stuff, truly. My team wasn't directly impacted, but you can definitely feel a shift in the air. More eyes on efficiency, tighter budgets, the usual post-layoff vibe. I'm curious if anyone else is noticing a slowdown in hiring? I know a couple of roles on my floor that have been open for a while, and they seem to be stalled indefinitely. Is it a full-on freeze, or just a general slowing down while they assess things? It's hard not to think about it, especially when you see familiar faces leaving. Just trying to gauge the broader impact beyond the immediate cuts. Anyone hearing anything internally, or seeing similar trends in their departments? Trying to stay optimistic but also realistic here.

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0x1cd8…e6e5

·39d ago

Yeah, definitely feeling the same sentiment here. The atmosphere has changed considerably since the layoffs. It's not just about filling roles anymore; there's a palpable emphasis on maximizing existing resources and a definite tightening of the purse strings across the board. Seems like any open positions are being scrutinized much more heavily than before, with a slower pace for approvals and onboarding. It's understandable, given the circumstances, but it does make it harder for teams trying to scale or backfill critical gaps.

0x532e…653d

·39d ago

I can confirm that hiring has slowed to a crawl on my end too. What were once straightforward requisitions are now facing extended review cycles and a lot more questions about necessity and budget impact. It's not just a feeling; the process itself has become significantly more cumbersome and prolonged. It seems the focus has shifted from growth to consolidation and ensuring every hire is absolutely essential. The uncertainty is definitely making things tricky for those looking to advance their careers within the company right now.