Rolling layoffs, which involve eliminating positions in various rounds over several months, are being used by several large corporations, which is making workers feel anxious and unsecure.
Several major companies are reportedly implementing rolling layoffs, which involve cutting jobs in a series of rounds over several months, rather than executing them all at once. Disney, for example, has announced plans to cut 7,000 jobs in three rounds, with the final round beginning before the summer. Other companies, including Meta and Amazon, have also announced multiple rounds of layoffs. HR professionals warn that this approach can be distracting and anxiety-inducing for employees, creating a sense of insecurity and causing people to wait for the other shoe to fall. Clarity and transparency are important for managing the impact of rolling layoffs on employees.
