The culture of constant layoffs has been going on for almost a decade now. If you’ve survived the latest culling the best bet is to chart out a new landing spot or start working on a side business venture. By remaining in the same role at the same salary you are actually reducing your compensation each year while making yourself less competitive in the market. The fact, each of us is just a #gold moneymaking number for the executive lineup...
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There are no hikes in India for last 4 years +. Only politicos survive the season with hikes. Rest are treated as if they are vagabond. I left the organisation on my own this month and joined a startup. The work is very good and there is no suffocation as it is in Cisco. My health has also improved.
Totally agree.
I know a few who moonlight in programming and cisco certifications teaching sector
I did not survive this culling season for the good. But I am 100% agree with OP here. Do not assume that you are safe just because you survived today. Treat this as extra oxygen/ borrowed time to better prepare for next gig. Adios Cisco.