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B2 – Upper Intermediate<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

When companies cut costs, layoffs often come to mind. But a new trend called \u201cquiet cutting\u201d is changing the game \u2014 employees aren\u2019t losing their jobs, but they are being reassigned to different roles they didn\u2019t sign up for. This subtle shift is becoming more common, especially in the tech industry, leaving many workers uncertain about their futures.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Read this article to learn more about quiet cutting.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

https:\/\/www.huffpost.com\/entry\/is-your-job-quiet-cutting-you-heres-what-you-need-to-watch-out-for-goog_l_683886b5e4b06202aa916fe1<\/a>
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Vocabulary Questions:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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  1. Define “ebb and flow<\/strong>“. “…these kind of reassignments can happen for roles that have transferable skills like recruiters, sales or support that also have natural ebbs and flows<\/strong> in their work streams.”<\/em> Make a sentence with this phrase. Give a synonym or similar expression.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  2. What does “put out feelers”<\/strong> mean? “I would probably start exploring options and putting out feelers<\/strong> just in case.”<\/em> Use this in a sentence. Give a synonym or similar expression.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  3. What is the meaning of “retaliatory<\/strong>“? “But employees still have rights, especially if you believe the reassignment is retaliatory<\/strong>.”<\/em> Make a sentence and give two synonyms of this word.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n

    Discussion Questions:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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    1. How is \u201cquiet cutting\u201d different from a traditional layoff, and why might companies prefer it?<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    2. Do you think \u201cquiet cutting\u201d is a form of job security or a disguised punishment? Explain your insights.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    3. If you were reassigned to a role you didn\u2019t want, how would you respond? <\/li>\n\n\n\n
    4. What factors would influence your decision to stay or leave if you were to be reassigned?<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    5. Can quiet cutting be an opportunity for growth, or is it more likely to cause frustration and disengagement? Why?<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    6. What’s your opinion on this, \u201cI would probably view this as a sign of potential trouble while also appreciating the opportunity to remain employed.<\/em>\u201d?<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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