EPISODE · Jan 24, 2025 · 1 MIN
What was Stripe thinking when they sent a cartoon duck to laid off employees
from GREY Journal Daily News Podcast
Stripe laid off 300 employees due to a communication error that included a cartoon duck illustration and incorrect dates in the termination notices. Employees reacted on a platform called Blind, highlighting the unprofessional nature of the communications. A representative from Stripe acknowledged the mistakes and sent follow-up emails to clarify the situation. Rob McIntosh, the chief people officer, expressed regret and confirmed that corrected notifications were issued. Despite the layoffs, Stripe plans to expand its workforce by 17% this year, aiming to reach 10,000 employees.Learn more on this news visit us at: https://greyjournal.net/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Stripe laid off 300 employees due to a communication error that included a cartoon duck illustration and incorrect dates in the termination notices. Employees reacted on a platform called Blind, highlighting the unprofessional nature of the communications. A representative from Stripe acknowledged the mistakes and sent follow-up emails to clarify the situation. Rob McIntosh, the chief people officer, expressed regret and confirmed that corrected notifications were issued. Despite the layoffs, Stripe plans to expand its workforce by 17% this year, aiming to reach 10,000 employees.Learn more on this news visit us at: https://greyjournal.net/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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