Tough News

7/3/2016

In this blog post, the CEO of Buffer, a social media management platform, discusses the difficult decision to lay off 10% of their team due to the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic. The post emphasizes the company's commitment to transparency and explains the rationale behind the layoffs. It also outlines the steps Buffer is taking to support the affected employees, such as providing severance packages and extended healthcare coverage. The CEO acknowledges the emotional toll of the layoffs, but also expresses optimism for the future and the company's dedication to moving forward and supporting their remaining team members.

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