Picture this: You’re a high-performing employee at one of the world’s most admired tech giants — a company that touts its values of transparency, employee well-being, and an unrelenting commitment to innovation. You’ve hit your targets, earned accolades from your peers, and even gone above and beyond to deliver results. But then, without warning, you find yourself on the receiving end of a performance review laced with criticisms you never saw coming. Your contributions, once celebrated, are suddenly diminished. Promotions and rewards? Denied. And HR? They’ve become a black hole of silence.

Sound familiar? It should. This story isn’t an isolated incident but part of a hidden playbook that large corporations wield with precision. In this piece, we’re unmasking the unethical layoff practices disguised under a veneer of corporate rhetoric. We’ll explore how tech companies systematically shift performance metrics, weaponize employee reviews, and create a hostile work environment — all to justify workforce reductions while evading accountability.

We’ll delve into the darker side of HR’s role, question the financial contradictions that accompany layoffs, and expose the subtle signs of workplace gaslighting. Armed with real experiences and a critical eye, we’ll navigate the psychological toll of toxic layoffs and discuss how to protect yourself when your job — and reputation — are on the line.

Brace yourself for an unfiltered look at the tactics these companies use to protect their bottom line, even if it means sacrificing their most valuable asset: their people. Let’s get into it.