We lost so many people, and we were barely making it before layoffs. We all are expected to take on the workload after those who left. Why would anyone put any extra effort after just witnessing who and how was affected by layoffs? We lost a couple of very competent and hardworking people. Why bother then? Any of us can be next on a chopping block as early as tomorrow.
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Processes and certifications aren’t going to get the company out of the rut. Inspirational leadership and a goal that the entire company is behind will. Look at GE for examples of how well a bunch of six sigma people fix things right up.
At the moment, CDW has 342 Six Sigma experts and 1,062 ITIL practitioners. If some of the troubled people managers supported those with such skills rather than stifling innovation, the OP and their team along with others wouldn't be overworked.
oh yeah this happened on my team as well after the first big layoff. i felt this for sure and emphasize. We are still "chugging along"
We have a GIS director hire in 2023 that has crippled the entire team. She's had two different titles, still no improvement and mangled everything she has touched with disoriented communication. Right now we are just doing what Amna dictates until it changes erratically. She has her favorites. There is really no structure to her management, still waiting for her to share her management style rather than a bunch of strung together buzz phrases. She keeps updating her LinkedIn with skills that don't match reality.
The other teammates make it bearable and the people from other teams who are solid good people. Glad they are here.
Our team of 15 was hit in the first round of layoffs and we lost two coworkers. Those positions were never filled so everyone had to pick up their work, increasing the entire team’s workload. Then in the last 6 months, four have abruptly left, most likely for greener pastures (and better money!) While some of the positions were refilled, it takes at least six months to get a new coworker spun up, so the seasoned coworkers left are all overworked, underpaid, and under appreciated.
I think a small correction is needed from "those who left" to "those who were told they weren't coming back." Cuz if I had been presented a choice, I certainly would not have left. Not only for my own security but I was on a 2 person "team" and that person is now stuck doing everything which is rotten, rancid and ridiculous. Wishing you and your teammates the best, whatever that may look like for you all.