> Why pay someone expensive a salary to not work if the company is facing issues with money already? Like i get the idea of severance, and would want it as an i

> Why pay someone expensive a salary to not work if the company is facing issues with money already? Like i get the idea of severance, and would want it as an individual, but it seems like it just bleeds extra resources. It destroys morale. Yes, even more than the layoffs alone. Imagine working alongside people who know, in advance, their days are numbered. Motivation to accomplish work goes out the window, progress slows, and the internal culture will feel like a zombie during that transition and it will probably linger well after those people are gone as that culture infects other members who weren't let go. It's better to just rip the bandaid, take the financial hit, and attempt to salvage whatever remains of the culture.