I don't have a problem with cutting B-players and C-players. But it is scary to see so many A-players cut. People being cut had better "skills" than people left behind. A-players will get picked up by competitors, which makes it hurt even more. Seems like the company was specifically targeting high salaries more than anything else, and/or you were in trouble if the VP of your org didn't like you.
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Yup, it's exactly what's happening at the bigger IT vendors like Dell, HPE, NetApp, etc. Letting go the lower X% has run out it's value, now they're shifting to cutting top-down, especially indirect non-revenue-generating roles, like specialty overlays, support, dev, eng, PM, etc. If you're a high-salary solution or sales SME or leader, I'd make sure there's a landing spot back in the front lines where your quota attainment can be what informs upper management when the next RIF/WFR cycle comes around
Favoritism absolutely exists here, a longstanding reality. However, the crucial shift occurred when they transitioned from the startup mindset that sought A-players, innovative minds, and individuals capable of fostering company growth. About a year ago, they believed they had achieved their objectives, su-king their people dry of what was needed for expansion. Now, their focus has shifted exclusively to people who conform to the prescribed script, insisting on compliance or facing consequences.
I think most locations have had some impact.
Which locations were impacted?