Bosses Are Firing Gen X Left and Right (And Honestly, We See Why)

"Gen X is in a tough spot. They're not the wide-eyed newcomers who will work for less, and they're not the entrenched executives who hold the final say. Instead, they sit in the middle: experienced, expensive, and often overlooked. That combination has made them a target as companies cut back. If you want to stay on the right track to build wealth, it's worth knowing why Gen X is often first in line for layoffs and what you can do to stay secure."

"By mid-career, most Gen Xers earn more than younger colleagues. That's great for household finances, but it makes them a bullseye when companies need to shrink payrolls. From a business standpoint, one Gen X salary might cover two fresh hires. That math is hard for leadership to ignore, which can lead to middle-management positions being targeted when finances get tight. Gen X knows their way around a smartphone, but they didn't necessarily grow up with them."

"Gen X built careers in an era where being at your desk mattered more than logging into Slack. Now, hybrid and remote setups dominate. According to a Gallup poll, 28% of employees in remote-capable jobs are now exclusively remote, and over half of these employees work from home at least some of the time. In fact, only 21% of the workforce is now on-site for these positions."

Gen X workers occupy mid-career roles with higher salaries and experience that make them costlier than younger hires. Employers can replace one Gen X salary with two entry-level salaries, making middle-management positions vulnerable during payroll reductions. Perceptions that Gen X is less adaptable to automation, AI, and new digital tools increase replaceability even when skills are sufficient. The shift to hybrid and remote work has changed expectations; a Gallup poll finds 28% of remote-capable employees are exclusively remote and over half work from home at least some of the time, while only 21% remain on-site. Struggling with digital collaboration or resisting change can further increase layoff risk.

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