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Are we overstaffed? The vibe in the office feels heavy

0x22d3…b86a

·26d ago·2 comments

With the news about the 68 people being let go at the Savannah location, I can’t help but look around at my own department and wonder who is next. It feels like every town hall meeting is just a masterclass in dodging questions about headcount. We keep hearing about 'strategic alignment' and 'optimizing our footprint,' but that’s just corporate speak for getting lean. I’ve been with Williams for a decent stretch now, and the atmosphere has definitely shifted from growth-oriented to defensive. It’s hard to stay focused on projects when you’re constantly checking the internal news wires for more WARN notices. Anyone else getting the sense that we’re just waiting for the next shoe to drop? I’m starting to polish the resume just in case, because waiting for a 'business decision' to affect my team isn't how I want to spend my spring.

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0x317a…a7a2

·26d ago

The atmosphere has definitely soured lately. Watching the Savannah layoffs hit while leadership hides behind vague buzzwords is beyond frustrating. It feels like we are all just spreadsheets waiting to be trimmed to satisfy the quarterly margin goals. When they start talking about 'strategic alignment,' it is usually time to polish up your resume. The lack of transparency in those town halls is insulting to people who have given years to this company. It is no wonder everyone is on edge.

0x7036…5650

·26d ago

I understand the anxiety, but we have to look at the market realities Williams is facing. Energy infrastructure is a tough game, and sometimes these footprint adjustments are necessary to keep the company competitive long-term. While it is never easy to see colleagues go, 'optimizing' is often what keeps the lights on for the rest of us. Hang in there and keep your head down; focus on your own output rather than the rumors. The corporate cycle will eventually shift back to growth once things stabilize.