r/jobs 3d ago

Layoffs Just got laid off via text

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I’ve been crying so much over this. I genuinely can’t believe how heartless some people can be…

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u/Shadow_Integration 3d ago

Time for a follow-up text to request your record of employment and to file for unemployment insurance due to layoff. If they contest it, you'll have this screenshot as evidence.

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u/Dark-Lord-7000 3d ago

So sorry you’re going through that my friend but this comment is your best advice. I know it feels personal, but don’t take it personal at the end of the day. Someone above him is going to chew him out and do the same thing to him. It’s all business and I hate saying that that’s some bullshit to be honest.