Meta has cut 3,600 jobs, or about 5%, as part of its latest restructuring efforts. The move comes after the company had already reduced staff by nearly a quarter in recent years.
CEO Mark Zuckerberg recently announced that the layoffs were driven by performance management and cost-cutting measures. However, some former employees are disputing this characterization, claiming they were not given adequate feedback or opportunities for growth.
One former Meta employee, Kaila Curry, took to LinkedIn to express her surprise at being included in the latest round of layoffs, despite receiving positive reviews and performance ratings. She alleged that she was never given corrective feedback or properly mentored during her time at the company.
The move has sparked debate about the way companies handle layoffs, with some arguing that it’s often a reflection of individual failures rather than company-wide issues. Meta’s approach, however, has raised concerns that employees will be unfairly stigmatized and struggle to find new jobs due to their connection to the company.
As laid-off workers start to defend themselves online, some are sharing their own stories and experiences with LinkedIn and other platforms. The move highlights the need for greater transparency and fairness in corporate decision-making processes.
Source: https://www.fastcompany.com/91276893/meta-laid-off-low-performers-defend-themselves-on-linkedin-and-reddit