Rightsizing

Definition

Euphemism for layoffs that implies the company was the 'wrong size' before, not that they're cutting costs. Because 'firing people' doesn't focus group well.

Example Usage

The CEO announced a rightsizing initiative, which is corporate speak for 'update your LinkedIn.'

Origin

Human resources euphemism from the 1980s downsizing era

Fun Fact

Companies are always 'rightsizing' to a smaller size, never larger, which tells you what 'right' really means.

Source: Human resources terminology

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