To those worried about being laid off, just wanted to post an update about my experience.
I was laid off late September of 2020, and it was hurtful, I’m not going to lie. BUT I’m so glad it happened. Fast forward to present day (less than a year later), and I have a new job and am MUCH happier. I forgot what having a normal job feels like, and the feeling of having to “watch my back” is no longer there. Gone are the days of waking up at 2am in a panic wondering if my colleagues in India are working on my projects, and the constant other needless stressors that were part of my former role at Dell. I do not regret working there as I learned so much and would not be in my new role today if it weren’t for my experience at Dell, but I am so glad and thankful they laid me off!
Even with the severance and extra stimuli UI cash, it is a struggle financially if or when it happens, so my advice is SAVE and always prepare for the worst but always hope for the best. Be honest with yourself and if you’re not really happy at Dell, be proactive about finding a new opportunity. There are many out there now! The job market truly is on fire right now.
I met and worked with great people at Dell, but after one of the many reorgs things went downhill for me. I honestly don’t understand how leadership believes that constantly shuffling people around and forcing new teams and new managers at the drop of a hat is healthy for the company and their employees- but hey different strokes for different folks I guess. All I can say is how great it is to now be working with teams that truly support each other, because we aren’t worried about a random reorg or getting the axe despite great dedication and performances. I am busy but in a good way, and absolutely enjoy my new manager and teams. I am now in a “real” professional and collaborative environment, and it is so refreshing.
Just one other word of advice - YES the Tell Dell surveys can be used against you. Be very careful what you say.