Late last year, Google did the politically correct thing and wished everyone "Happy Holidays." This winter, the situation within the company may be a little less joyous, as cutbacks of various types might be occurring.
One instance of this behavior is the way in which holiday parties have been scaled down.
Contrast this to old celebrations that "included ice sculptures of the company's logo, virtual reality video game stations . . . sushi buffets and burlesque dancers." Money will be saved left and right. It's possible to chalk the change up to fiscal responsibility and a respect for the outside world's condition, though, rather than panicked cutting. What's more troubling is a fresh rumor about layoffs.
Google hasn't acknowledged any firings, so this would be big news. But since nothing's been confirmed, it isn't time to roll out the Grinch metaphors just yet.
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