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There Aren’t Any Real Layoffs, Just Preparation For A Downturn

by [FS] on October 18, 2008

TechCrunch’s great attempt to explain why some of these layoffs aren’t “really” layoffs.  Hmmm…

Per Michael Arrington …

Based on the CEOs I’ve spoken with, it isn’t just about cutting costs in preparation for a downturn. Some CEOs see this as a once-in-a-startup opportunity to get rid of the deadwood in the company.

… Clearly not all, or even most, of the layoffs are hidden terminations of non-performing employees. But many of them are, CEOs are telling me off record.

You can read the rest over at TechCrunch here.

Source:  TechCrunch

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