[missedthecue]

Sounds like a good way to get stuck with the worst performers.

I realize that we want layoffs to be humane, but putting the company in a worse spot than it is at present doesn't help anyone.

[RalfWausE]

The best performers will quit regardlesd what you do... there is a german saying about rats on a sinking ship

[legostormtroopr]

There is also an english saying about rats on a sinking ship.