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Amazon Keeps Trimming Staff
Small, frequent job cuts at Amazon could keep workers in a state of permanent uncertainty.
In brief
Small, frequent job cuts at Amazon could keep workers in a state of permanent uncertainty. Repeated micro-layoffs at Amazon allow the company to quietly trim staff, but experts warn the pattern damages employee loyalty and retention. Originally reported by Inc.
Cuts Continue at Amazon
Amazon is eliminating more corporate roles despite strong financial performance. The tech sector has seen over 200,000 layoffs in 2026.
E-Store Roles Eliminated
On October 7, Amazon cut less than 1,000 e-store roles. CEO Andrew Jassy recently praised the unit's double-digit growth.
Devices Division Reduced
On October 28, Amazon eliminated about 250 jobs in devices and services. Jassy called Alexa vital for holiday strategy.
“U.S. customers using Alexa for shopping are spending 50-percent more per order than those who don’t”
Rise of Forever Layoffs
Amazon's actions fit a trend of forever layoffs. One worker survived six layoff rounds before being let go in January.
Impact on Employee Loyalty
Expert Wayne Cascio warned that repeated job cuts ultimately reduce worker loyalty and harm employee retention across the company.
What to remember
Repeated micro-layoffs at Amazon allow the company to quietly trim staff, but experts warn the pattern damages employee loyalty and retention.
