[nine_zeros]

If you are a manager and you are getting headwinds of layoffs, tell your reports ASAP, off the record instead of waiting until the last minute. That gives them time to settle any other personal matters and start looking for a new job immediately.

This is especially important for employees with families since they often have a spouse or some kid needing health insurance. The loss of a job is dangerous for their lives.

[throwaway345826]

Thanks for responding. I really want to do this, but I worry it is unfair to people in other departments who do not get the sneaky down-low info. Really the company itself has to be honest without delay, since that will achieve the same thing but equally for everyone; and I feel like that is what I will push for.

[nine_zeros]

You don't need to worry about being unfair to other distant departments. You only need to tell your reporting tree.