The Economic Times

High performer for a decade laid off without managers notice, seeks help gets smart career advice

More than 260,000 U.S. layoffs hit workers last year. High performers were not spared. Even top 5% rated managers lost roles. Corporate restructuring cut entire leadership layers. Strong earnings did not prevent job cuts. RSUs vanished overnight. Digital access ended within minutes. Families and teams were stunned. What drives sudden layoffs despite profits? Why are critical roles eliminated? The answers reveal a shifting workforce reality.