I'm surprised it's been flagged. It's an interesting topic so a civilized discussion wouldn't hurt, would it? As an European all I can say it's a double-edged

I'm surprised it's been flagged. It's an interesting topic so a civilized discussion wouldn't hurt, would it? As an European all I can say it's a double-edged sword. When you are being laid off, you appreciate it doesn't happen in a Musquesque way and you have plenty of time to take care of your family and find an interesting job, not just anything. yes, not all companies are happy with it, but some will - and you can also start looking in the last moment if you feel adventurous enough.