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He reflects on the phrase "you’re just a number," which he once believed merely referred to employee ID numbers. Instead, he now interprets it as a symbol of the systemic devaluation of individuals based on their financial contribution to the company’s bottom line. Such a perspective creates a disconnected and impersonal atmosphere where human lives are reduced to profit-loss equations.
The Dismal Reality of Corporate Culture
Throughout his experiences, Justin observed the internal dynamics during layoffs, noting the eerie calmness that overshadowed offices when meetings were being held about employee terminations. He and his colleagues would watch as the Human Resources department prepped to deliver potentially life-altering news to unsuspecting employees.