Microsoft Takes Action Against ‘Underperformers,’ Eliminating Jobs Without Severance – One America News Network
OAN Staff James Meyers
2:12 PM – Friday, January 31, 2025
Reports indicate that Microsoft has initiated the termination of employees deemed “low-performing,” with some layoffs being conducted without severance packages, as the corporation shifts its operational strategies.
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“Reasons for your termination include your job performance failing to meet the minimum standards and expectations for your role,” stated the termination notices acquired by Business Insider.
“You are dismissed from all job responsibilities immediately, and your access to Microsoft systems, accounts, and facilities will be revoked today. You must not engage in any further work for Microsoft.”
The letters further clarify that should the terminated employees seek future employment at Microsoft, their previous performance and the circumstances of their termination will be factored into the hiring decisions.
The company aims to enhance its competitive edge against technology rivals who have adopted more aggressive methods to boost performance and expand their marketing presence.
In a similar vein, companies like Tesla and X, founded by DOGE creator Elon Musk, have also enforced strict performance measures on employees. Tesla promotes itself as “creating a world powered by solar energy, operating on batteries, and driven by electric vehicles.” Musk had previously urged X employees to commit to “long hours at high intensity” after taking over the platform from Twitter in 2022. This drive for higher performance allegedly led to over half of the company’s 4,000 employees choosing to leave, opting for three months of severance as reported by Business Insider.
As noted by the outlet, Microsoft managers have been reviewing their workforce over recent months, assessing the amount of work contributed and the results yielded.
Additionally, this month, the tech giant has also been making job cuts across various departments, which are distinct from the specific performance-related layoffs, according to the report.
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