“HR Heretics” | How CPOs, CHROs, Founders, and Boards Build High Performing Companies

The Art of Not Getting Fired for Not Firing People

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Jan 10, 2025
The speakers share heartfelt concerns about the impacts of LA wildfires. They discuss the complexities of managing CEO-mandated attrition and transforming these directives into effective performance frameworks. Insightful strategies for navigating communications in the face of pressure are revealed. The conversation also highlights the role of AI in recruitment, enhancing connections and data quality. Finally, they challenge traditional notions of layoffs, advocating for transparency and empathy in HR practices.
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INSIGHT

Balancing Targets and Context

  • Mandated attrition targets can encourage important performance conversations.
  • However, context and individual situations should be considered, not just rankings.
ANECDOTE

Tesla's RIF Strategy

  • Tesla conducts annual 10% RIFs, often without specific performance feedback.
  • This creates a culture of fear, prioritizing speed over employee well-being.
ADVICE

Responding to CEO Mandates

  • When faced with a CEO's mandate, take time to formulate a thoughtful response.
  • Propose a plan that addresses both business needs and employee well-being.
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