Beyond Layoff

An IT Industry Veteran’s Deep Dive into Amazon’s Massive Layoff Announcement and Broader Market Implications As an IT veteran who has witnessed numerous corporate transformations and waves of layoffs over the years, the recent announcement by Amazon to cut 30,000 jobs right before the holiday season caught my attention—and it deserves a deeper look beyond the headline number. The 30,000 Figure: A Starting Point, Not the Full Story While 30,000 is a significant count, it likely does not capture the full scale of workforce reductions. Industry insiders know that many reductions happen quietly through voluntary exits or “soft” layoffs disguised as resignations accompanied by severance packages. This practice, especially prevalent in regions like India, means that thousands more employees may be impacted without appearing in official layoff statistics. In Amazon India’s case, rather than formal layoffs, affected workers are often asked to resign voluntarily with severance — a form of Re...

As a GCC veteran who has spent years navigating the evolving landscape of global capability centers in India, I often come across similar questions from professionals eyeing opportunities in this domain. From how these centers hire to the best ways to get noticed early, there are a few patterns I’ve consistently observed across organizations and industries. How Do GCCs Typically Hire? Most global capability centres use a blend of direct applications through platforms like LinkedIn or their own ATS (Applicant Tracking Systems), consulting firms, and an often-overlooked yet powerful channel — referrals. While formal postings account for a noticeable chunk of hires, the truth is that a large proportion of great roles get filled through internal recommendations. A referral from someone already on the inside can fast-track the process, helping your resume stand out in a sea of applicants before the job is even public. The Role of Recruiters and Job Boards There isn’t a secret or exclusi...