How could someone get laid off due to "culture fit"? What are some concrete examples of this?

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That would be a weird reason. Perhaps what that means is that they have two internal candidates for one spot, both qualified. One fits better with the team. But that’s just a charitable interpretation.

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Culture fit can be an excuse for people not liking you

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Culture shouldn’t be a person. It’s a company. And should only be an issue if the person is toxic. Not just not a mirror of the same people.

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How many middle-aged guys do you see serving tables at Earl's (who is not the manager)?
Most every cab or Uber driver in a show or even in person is East Indian, and how about a customer service rep from this side of the globe once in awhile? Cleaning crews, delivery persons, small food shops... are they the only ones applying for those positions, or the ones who get hired? No way to know for certain without the company getting into trouble, so we just have to look at it as they're the ones who 'fit the culture'.

This happens to Black people in every industry. It is just not spoken.

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