Has anyone heard anything concrete about more layoffs coming?
If someone is telling you not to talk to those of us who were laid off because you might “catch” whatever we have, please ignore that advice.
We’re not contagious. We’re just people who got caught in a business decision.
Getting laid off is socially strange. Suddenly people who were friendly colleagues start treating you like you have a disease they don’t want to catch. They were work acquaintances, not real friends, and layoffs expose that pretty quickly.
Here’s the thing: your loyalty and tenure aren’t going to save you if your number comes up. The people who distance themselves might be on the other side of this tomorrow. The ones who step up and stay human through this? Those are your real friends - remember who they are.
If you’re being told to avoid us, ask yourself what that says about the culture you’re working in right now.