Google Layoffs Job Cut: to fire 200 sales & marketing employees

The news is from Google which may be going for layoffs. We had reported in the month of November 2008 about the possible Google firing contract workers and in April 2008 about the Google Layoffs for DoubleClick employees. The news is not good for the employees of Google in the sales and marketing department. Now the situation is getting worse for the employees as the recession is taking a toll on all sectors and all of the sectors are feeling the heat. The latest additon to the list of organization which may go for layoffs is the Google.

How many employees may be fired in the Google layoffs?
The news has been sourced from a post on the official Google Blog, which has quoted that the job cuts may be for 200 employees.

What is the total no. of employees of Google ?
Total No. of employees of Google is not known as of now.

What will be the cost and savings by Google layoffs?
No info available about that.

When will the Google layoffs happen?
As per the reports, the layoffs will be on need basis. The good news for the affected employees is that the company will give each person time to try and find another position at Google, as well as outplacement support, and provide severance packages for those who leave the company..

Which locations and department of employees will be affected by the Google layoffs ?
No info is available location wise. As for the business segment or department, it will be the sales and marketing guys who will be affected.

What is the primary reasons for Google layoffs?
The layoffs are being done as a part of restructuring exercise.

Any other news about Google layoffs
As per The official GoogleBLog, the intimation was posted by Omid Kordestani, Senior VP, Global Sales and Business Development
Let's hope that alternative jobs are available to the affected employees of Google Layoffs Job Cut

Google Lay off Job Cut: Google may fire contract workers employees

It is reported that Google has decided to go for a Lay Off or Job Cut. Another impact of the financial turmoil which is wrecking havoc for many individuals.

It used to be the case that Google is different, but wait, the latest news being reported seem that even the internet giant is not shielded from the market requirements and pressures.
As per the news, Google is on its way to freeze new recruitments and is now silently asking the contract workers to leave - so is it a Google Lay off Job Cut in silent mode?

Though the company officials are claiming that they are still recruiting, but at a slower pace and are now implementing measures to cut expenses, in continuation to the "keep discovering" new things.

How many employees are expected to be affected by the Google Lay off Job Cut?
There are no confimr news about how many people will be given pink slips, but one thing is known that it will be the contract workers who will get affected. There are about 10,000 contract workers in Google.


Though there are varying reports about the total number of employees google has. In one report it is mentioned that Google's total employees are 30,000 strong and not 20,123 employees as filed with the SEC. This is significant, as the higher figure would require the company to report layoffs publicly.

As per the news, The Webguild report claims that "Google hire full-time employees without giving them full-time benefits. The classification enables Google to pay them above minimum wage, provide no health benefits, no insurance coverage, no stock options, and no offer of permanent employment."

What all cost cutting measures will Google take?
In the name of global economic slowdown, there are various cuts to be implemented. One such thing is the discontinuation of Holiday celebration. Then, there were reports that contract workers were not allowed to access the Gym and Cafeteria, making a lot of cost cutting for the company in terms of food and other expenses.

Let's hope that alternative jobs are available to the affected employees of Google Lay off Job Cut.