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This is the right attitude. Other higher-voted threads trying to shame the company/CEO etc. are only depressing to see.

• Draiken 4y ago
  I'd argue these aren't mutually exclusive. The email/comms might be okay, but this is still their fault and will ruin people's lives. Most (if not all) companies are shit and don't give a shit about you. We're just a necessary cost.
  • 331c8c71 4y ago
    Having Google on one's CV is probably better than not having worked there at all. Sure being let go is painful but I would keep the term "ruined lives" for people getting serious diseases or experiencing loss of the loved ones.
    • Draiken 4y ago
      Suicide rates surge after layoffs. Assuming it's "okay" just because they were in a big company earning more than most is disingenuous in my view. For the company this is a blip. It'll probably even make some profit for shareholders. For the people it's almost always life-changing and for the worst.
    • twelve40 4y ago
      it absolutely sucks ass and is a major psychological hit. Also, when lesser brands decide to follow the trend these companies so prominently follow, it will be even worse.
      • 331c8c71 4y ago
        I've been let go more than once from small companies that were effectively shut down. Once on a work authorization tied to the employer. I am sorry but I won't feel sorry for those ex-Googlers.