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How to avoid being labeled an 'underperformer,' according to the ex-VP of HR at Microsoft
- Former VP of HR at Microsoft, Chris Williams, advises on avoiding being labeled an underperformer.
- Merely doing a good job may not suffice in preventing the 'underperformer' tag.
- Companies like Meta, Microsoft, Amazon, and Intuit have recently laid off employees termed as 'underperformers.'
- Underperformance evaluations can be haphazard, resulting in shock for long-term employees with otherwise excellent records.
- Layoffs based on performance help companies maintain a positive image and potentially avoid legal issues.
- Companies sometimes execute layoffs in a random manner, causing even competent employees to be labeled as underperformers.
- To avoid being labeled an underperformer, employees should strive to be well-known within the organization.
- Ways to avoid the label include volunteering for visible projects, collaborating with other teams, and networking extensively.
- Moving between different teams within the company and establishing connections beyond one's immediate team can also help.
- Williams emphasizes the importance of proactive efforts to build a strong professional network to steer clear of the underperformer tag.
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