As a Senior admissions advisor (been here since the old Trilogy days) I have loved this job. I woke up to an email and an invitation to a meeting with HR. Yes I am getting laid off today. What do I need to know before I go into this meeting? Many of us “old timers “ are getting laid off. Is this a blessing in disguise?
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Echoing what @mmh+1tZ4rxYA said. Also part of the January layoff class, the market is tougher than it was during the easy money days, but there is still a lot of opportunity. I found something way, way better and you will too. Leverage your network, they are everything.
Ignore the advice about not using LinkedIn, it's really bad advice. Just ignore the spam, it's not that hard. LinkedIn helped me land final round interviews and get my foot in the door for countless roles. Any social media platform is what you make of it. Stay focused and you'll land a really good role.
Did any AM's or SAM's get canned?
Its always a blessing in disguise--although I'm not sure it's even disguised. It's terrible to be at 2U and the grass is greener. You will find another job!
Use LinkedIn sparingly! Microsoft wants engagement and you will be inundated with unhelpful and hopeless posts. Don't read them in your job search process. People find jobs. Keep your nose down.
Definitely a blessing in disguise. Is the severance the same as previous rounds? I believe it was 3 weeks + 2 weeks for every year.
LOOOOOOOL
"These changes are part of our normal course of business and are separate from our decision to file voluntary prepackaged Chapter 11 cases."
Oh, really, executive team? Just normal course of business. Nothing to see here.
FYI, well led companies don't have to do multiple rounds of layoffs because they had a failing business model and they CERTAINLY don't have to file for Chapter 11.
Stop trying to make s*t smell like rainbows.
Team -
I want to take a moment to update you on some important changes within our organization. Today, we’ve been holding individual conversations with colleagues whose roles have been affected, mainly within teams supporting the boot camp business. These decisions are never easy, and I want to express our deepest gratitude to those who are leaving. We are providing everyone affected with the same care and support we've shown in the past.
Understanding the Changes
At the start of the year, we outlined our plan to focus resources on the areas with the most potential for growth. We also committed to increased accountability for delivering against our plan’s objectives. We must regularly evaluate business performance and make adjustments, always keeping the needs of our partners and learners at the forefront. This includes reducing staff in underperforming areas of the business while strengthening our capabilities in others. Wherever possible, we offer employees new roles where they can continue to make a positive impact. It’s important to note that, while the timing may overlap, these changes are part of our normal course of business and are separate from our decision to file voluntary prepackaged Chapter 11 cases.
Supporting Each Other
We are committed to supporting you through this difficult transition. We know that your contributions keep partners and students at the center of all that we do and are vital to our success.
Please reach out to the leadership team if you have any questions or need support. We will continue to communicate transparently and provide updates as we move forward.
Thank you for your dedication and understanding. Together, we will navigate this period and emerge stronger
Worked for this company around 5 years and I got the same email you did this morning. No integrity. A blessing in disguise forsure.
Print off your performance review ASAp if you don’t have a job description available. The lay-off was the best thing that happened to me. The severance package is decent.
Blessing in disguise—the market is tough but I was in the January layoff and am much happier being out of 2U. Use the network of former 2U employees. Half the old recruiting team and many old leaders are gone now and you can connect with them on LinkedIn. 2U is a toxic culture and isn’t getting any better.
Gather up as much of your performance data that you can so you can add it to your resume. Evaluations, data in Tableau, Salesforce, etc. Your access to all systems will be cut off immediately (or shortly) after your meeting with HR. Or if you can't do this in the amount of time you have left, have a trusted friend do it for you.
I believe this is a blessing in disguise. I do not think your experience at 2U will get any better than it is right now. I honestly think it will only degrade further.
I would say it is. Be prepared -- you will not get a warm send-off. When I got laid off on the degree side, it was cold and methodical. The severance package is not bad -- you'll have plenty of time to land on your feet. Good luck out there.