How do layoffs work at consulting companies? Who goes first? I’m heating a lot of chatter from friends but am relatively new to the industry.

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Almost exclusively low performers in my experience (at my old firm). However, I’ve heard Slalom has essentially never had layoffs, so you’re in a good spot.

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Low performers and unprofitable groups. Basically each year most firms get rid of the lowest performers, but during hard times the bar gets raised and a larger number of people are shown the door

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^ basically this

And I believe you’re still hiring. I got a message from a Slalom recruiter yesterday.

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Yup, we are. Depends on the office but most are AFAIK.

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Bottom 10% performance (bench time indicators etc will play in) - and it’s coming soon !

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No clue, but curious what you see Sr Consultants base these day at Slalom? Sorry off topic, but thanks in advance

How many years of experience SC2?

Low performers (who would otherwise get counseled out anyway), those stuck (Senior 4, Staff 3, Manager 6, etc).

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Done! Thanks

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