Jonea Gordon reflects on her shock at Google's layoff news while working as a privacy program manager, revealing shared experiences of prior layoffs with her husband.
The laid-off Googlers described their initial feelings of disbelief, expressing how many expected only low performers would be affected, yet were caught off guard by the news.
Despite varied paths post-layoff—from political runs to new jobs in retail—many ex-Googlers viewed their layoffs as a potential blessing, offering new opportunities for growth.
While some found success in restarting their careers, others voiced frustration over uncertainty in the job market and limited openings, highlighting the challenging landscape for laid-off tech workers.
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