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Has anyone experienced a 'silent layoff' or performance impact recently?

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·44d ago·2 comments

Okay, this might be a bit speculative, but I'm wondering if anyone has noticed a trend of people being managed out without a formal layoff announcement. I've seen a few colleagues, highly competent people, suddenly struggling with performance reviews or being put on PIPs, only to disappear a few weeks later. It feels like a way to cut headcount without the PR hit of a mass layoff, especially after seeing some news about other tech companies doing similar things. It's a really unsettling way to operate if true, making everyone second-guess their standing. Curious if this is just my perception or if others are seeing this pattern emerge within Zoom. It creates a lot of stress and paranoia, which I don't think is good for productivity in the long run.

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·44d ago

I've definitely seen something similar here. It's not a formal layoff, but a noticeable increase in performance improvement plans that seem designed to push people out. The lack of transparency is the worst part, leaving everyone else feeling insecure and wondering if they're next. It creates a really negative atmosphere.

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·44d ago

This is a concerning trend across many companies, not just in tech. It feels like a more insidious way to handle workforce adjustments. Instead of clear communication about business needs and potential cuts, it leaves employees in a state of anxiety and uncertainty, constantly second-guessing their own performance and job security. It's not a healthy way to manage a team.