I'm a Stanford professor who's studied organizational behavior for decades. The widespread layoffs in tech are more because of copycat behavior than necessary cost-cutting.

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Stanford professor Jeffrey Pfeffer
Stanford professor Jeffrey Pfeffer says copycat behavior is a key factor in the mass layoffs sweeping tech, finance, and other industries.

Nancy Rothstein

You need a 'professional prenup' to protect yourself from layoffs, according to the Corporate Bro

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Ross Pomerantz, a content creator who operates under the name, Corporate Bro
"People need to normalize this conversation," said Ross Pomerantz, a content creator who operates under the name Corporate Bro.

Ross Pomerantz

Three women who were laid off from tech companies and startups share why they posted about their experiences on TikTok

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Alejandra Hernandez headshot
Alejandra Hernandez started posting on TikTok shortly after finding out she was part of Meta's layoffs.

Cari Courtight Photography via Alejandra Hernandez

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