Business Insider: Corporate America Is Putting Its Staff in Layoff Limbo
October 6, 2026 - Some companies are announcing layoffs weeks or months before telling employees whose roles will be affected. Business Insider explores the pros and cons of this approach, from giving employees time to prepare to the anxiety of not knowing whether their role will be affected.
Sarah Rodehorst, Co-Founder & CEO of Onwards HR, explains that early notice can help employees explore open roles within the company. But communication needs to be specific about which departments, locations, or roles could be affected. Otherwise, vague warnings can create “a lot of anxiety” across the organization.
