I was a little disappointed we didn't get to discuss how to handle group layoffs in class today. Hopefully most of us will never have to go through that process, but I was wondering what people would consider the optimal approach to be. This year, with COVID, I saw a lot of friends get laid off from high profile companies in the most impersonal, heartless ways. I was shocked to hear of reputable companies doing mass layoffs in a single zoom room (with 10, 15, or 20 people getting let go of at once). I understand the desire to avoid gossip and to just get difficult things done ASAP, but surely that should be balanced with at least a bit of compassion, responsibility, and personal touch.
In reality, the people on the receiving end (who were often pretty high performing employees beforehand) now have horrible views of their former companies and management teams. I'd think any benefit the companies gained from moving that quickly has been more than lost in reputation and public perception.
All that said, I'm just generally curious to hear how others might think of letting 10+ go in the same day. Any best practices, tips, or things to avoid?
Colin
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