The article discusses how workplace changes, particularly in the tech sector, can trigger grief-like responses among employees. Experts recognize this emotional response, noting that significant shifts such as layoffs or project reassignments can feel akin to personal loss. Mental health professionals emphasize that tech workers face unique challenges like job instability and burnout, which exacerbate feelings of anxiety and decreased self-worth. As layoffs in tech become increasingly abrupt, the psychological effects on morale and trust within organizations grow, underscoring the need for acknowledgment and support during these transitions.
"A big change at work, a project ending, movement that we didn't expect or want, or a job loss, I think, again it's a loss in some way," says Gary McClain.
"Tech workers, especially in the Boulder and Denver-metro area, often voice concerns about job instability, burnout, and the pressure to work long hours," Cross tells ITPro.
"Unlike traditional sectors, layoffs in tech are sometimes abrupt, affecting morale and trust more deeply."
"There's a strong link between self-worth and professional success in tech."
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