Layoff Report

Middle management getting squeezed

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·21d ago·2 comments

It’s getting pretty obvious that the layers between us and the C-suite are about to get a lot thinner. Lately, my manager has been completely MIA, and the directives coming down from leadership are becoming increasingly incoherent. We’re being told to hit aggressive targets while simultaneously being blocked on headcount approvals for critical roles. It’s a total mess. I’ve heard whispers about a 'restructuring' being discussed for late Q4, but nobody wants to go on the record. It feels like they’re trying to squeeze every drop of output out of us before they announce the cuts to satisfy shareholders. If you’re a contractor or on a fixed-term project, keep your eyes open. The vibe in the hallways is miserable and everyone is keeping their head down, but the rumors of a looming RIF are definitely gaining traction.

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·21d ago

The writing is on the wall. I’ve been through two of these cycles at SW, and it always starts exactly like this: silence from upper management combined with impossible KPIs. If they are freezing headcount while pushing for growth, they are definitely prepping for a reduction in force. Start polishing your resume now, because these 'restructuring' talks usually end in mass layoffs just before the end of the year to make the annual report look better for shareholders.

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·21d ago

I honestly think you’re reading too much into it. Every time we head into Q4, the rumor mill starts churning, and everyone acts like the sky is falling. Management is just under the same pressure we are to keep the numbers up until the year closes. It’s stressful, sure, but calling it a total mess is an exaggeration. Focus on your own output, ignore the office politics, and keep your head down until the budget resets in January.