# Amazon Keeps Trimming Staff

> Small, frequent job cuts at Amazon could keep workers in a state of permanent uncertainty.
- Title: Amazon Keeps Trimming Staff · Inc | Shortify
- Summary: Small, frequent job cuts at Amazon could keep workers in a state of permanent uncertainty.
- Keywords: amazon, layoffs, forever layoffs, andrew jassy, alexa, wayne cascio, tech industry, employee retention, Inc
- Source: Inc — https://inc.com/chloe-rosenberg/amazon-is-cutting-jobs-again-the-size-of-the-layoffs-isnt-the-most-alarming-part/91430970
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- Topics: amazon, layoffs, forever layoffs, andrew jassy, alexa, wayne cascio, tech industry, employee retention
## 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.
## Key takeaway

Repeated micro-layoffs at Amazon allow the company to quietly trim staff, but experts warn the pattern damages employee loyalty and retention.