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Anatomy of a layoff

May 22, 2024 · 27m
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  • Follows the story of a man ('V') who was unexpectedly laid off from his company despite strong job performance and current standing
  • Explains how companies justify layoffs as strategic decisions unrelated to individual performance, similar to relationship breakups
  • Provides HR expert insights into how layoffs work, why they happen, and what employees and spouses should know about the process

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