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The Sword of Damocles at Work: The Human Cost of Delayed Layoffs

Alvaro Montoro

Alvaro Montoro

July 10, 2026

The Sword of Damocles at Work: The Human Cost of Delayed Layoffs

Over a decade ago, my employer announced layoffs that would happen in waves. Every few months another round arrived. Nobody knew the criteria, who would be affected next, or when. The uncertainty was exhausting and took a toll on everyone. This week, Xbox announced a similar plan, and it brought those memories back.

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