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Meta Workers Voice Concerns Over Layoff Procedures Despite Company's Assertions of Performance-Driven Reductions

In the wake of a recent wave of layoffs that impacted more than 3,000 employees, ex-Meta workers are voicing concerns about the equity of the criteria utilized for selection.
In a recent series of layoffs, employees of social media giant Meta Platforms Inc. have criticized the company’s assertions that the cuts were driven by performance metrics.

Earlier this month, Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg revealed that over 3,000 employees would be let go, which constitutes about 5% of the company’s workforce of 72,400 as of September.

While the organization described these job reductions as essential to 'elevate performance standards' and swiftly eliminate underperformers, many employees have contested this rationale, claiming that numerous individuals chosen for termination had consistently met or surpassed performance benchmarks.

Employees have resorted to anonymous platforms, like Blind, to express their discontent regarding the layoff procedures.

One report pointed out that individuals with nearly ten years of experience and a history of positive performance evaluations were among those dismissed.

A former worker remarked that employees who had taken parental or medical leave were also affected, raising concerns about the legal and ethical ramifications of these layoffs.

Feedback from employees reflected a deeply troubling experience.

One individual, speaking anonymously to Business Insider, remarked, 'The hardest part is Meta publicly claiming they're letting go of low performers, which makes it feel as if we have a scarlet letter on our backs.' They highlighted the need for transparency regarding the layoffs, asserting that many impacted were not underachievers but rather unjustly branded as such.

In a wider discussion about employee morale, another Meta staff member labeled the company as currently being the 'cruelest tech company around.' Additionally, employees from Amazon commented on Meta's apparent shift towards younger employees, suggesting the company might prioritize individuals without familial responsibilities, aligning with a relentless drive for profit.

Zuckerberg announced these layoffs in anticipation of 'challenging years' ahead for the company, which continues to invest in ambitious initiatives related to artificial intelligence and the metaverse.

This latest wave of job cuts underscores the increasing pressure tech companies face to sustain profitability and operational efficiency amid a complex landscape of economic and market challenges.
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