It looks like many people are about to lose their jobs again at Google, as the CEO, Sundar Pichai, shared a memo that made employees unsure about what’s coming up next. According to the employees,
“They don’t know how many jobs will be affected, but their CEO is planning to make some big changes to focus on achieving important goals, specifically things like artificial intelligence.”
The previous year, 2023, was a tough year for Google and its employees, as many rounds of layoffs took place, resulting in thousands of people losing their jobs. The reason behind the layoffs was the bad condition of the economy and the tech market. Google employees are worried as the new year has begun, which means the chances of new job cut-ins are very high.
What was mentioned in the memo?
In Sundar’s message to the employees, he mentioned that Google has to cut some jobs in order to save money for investing in artificial intelligence and other important aspects. He mentioned that sometimes, one has to make difficult decisions to reach big goals, and he wants to make sure that Google stays strong in the Future.
Sundar’s words did not make the people who might lose their jobs feel better.
Sundar’s Memo Raises Several Questions
First of all, the number of jobs cut remained unclear, though the CEO stated that the layoffs in 2024 will not be as big as the ones done in 2023. The statement of Pichai has made employees super uneasy as they are now unaware of which person or the department will be impacted. The unclear memo has distracted employees from their present jobs, and they are worried about the Future.
The second question that arises is whether it is justified to prioritize technology over people’s jobs and their well-being. Putting more effort and importance on artificial intelligence means more people losing their jobs.
Lastly, when employees lose their jobs, obviously their co-workers will not feel good about it. Although jobs cut in are being done for a reason, still, people’s happiness has to be taken care of in order to help them come up with good and creative ideas. Google needs to keep talented people and make sure everyone feels good about working there, especially when they’re making big changes.
What Google Needs to Do After Job Cut In 2024
In the future, Google will have a very big responsibility and a tricky job. Google has to deal with the latest changes in the economy and change its team in order to take advantage of the new opportunities in AI. Google also has to look after the people who are affected by the change. Google can ease job cuts by having effective communication, and skill programs. As we all know that success depends upon the care of employees in this challenging time while they pursue tech goals.
This year, Google has to make very crucial choices that will not only shape its future but also help understand the ethical aspects of AI developments in the tech industry.
