I think to some extent there is some truth to this. In some states it is easier and less complicated to let people go under the guise of a layoff then it is individually. Having said that, most companies are not going to hold on to low performers waiting for a market downtown.
I think right now a single small RIF is not viewed particularly negatively by staff as it is happening across most companies. What is more problematic are companies that are laying off 10% every 3 months each time telling staff that they are now on the right track!
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I think to some extent there is some truth to this. In some states it is easier and less complicated to let people go under the guise of a layoff then it is individually. Having said that, most companies are not going to hold on to low performers waiting for a market downtown.
I think right now a single small RIF is not viewed particularly negatively by staff as it is happening across most companies. What is more problematic are companies that are laying off 10% every 3 months each time telling staff that they are now on the right track!