Reports of job cuts at Adidas’ Gurgaon Tech Hub have prompted a former employee to reflect on his time at the company. Rishab Gupta, who left Adidas nearly two years ago, said the news felt personal because he had once worked alongside the teams now facing uncertainty.
Gupta previously worked as a Solution Architect at Adidas. In a LinkedIn post, he recalled working with teams that built systems, made key technical decisions and dealt with problems affecting a global business. Reports suggest that around 300 to 350 people could be affected by the company’s latest restructuring at the Gurgaon Tech Hub.
Former Employee Says Layoffs Affect Real People
“That’s not 300 to 350 ‘roles.’ Those are people,” Gupta wrote. He pointed out that behind every
job cut is a person who may have rent to pay, EMIs to manage and plans for the months ahead.
Losing a job can also bring a difficult question about what comes next. “What do I do now?” he wrote. Gupta said the effect of a layoff should not be measured only by the loss of a position.
While a company can end someone’s role, the experience and skills that person gained during their time there remain with them.
Gupta Offers Support To Those Affected
Gupta also had a message for his former colleagues and others who may be affected by the restructuring. He urged them to remember the value of the work they have already done and the skills they have built.
“Don’t underestimate what you carry,” he wrote. He also reminded them that their next job may take them in a very different direction. “Your next opportunity may not look anything like the previous one,” he wrote.
Beyond words of support, Gupta offered practical help to people looking for their next role. He said he could help with referrals, introductions and CV reviews, while also offering to simply speak with those going through the situation.
LinkedIn Users Support His Message
The post received supportive responses from other LinkedIn users. One person said Gupta’s message showed how a layoff can change a person’s employment status without wiping away the experience, skills and work they have built over time.
The user also wished the affected Adidas employees strength as they search for new opportunities and praised Gupta for offering direct help during a difficult period.
Gupta’s post focused on the people behind the reported job cuts and the experience they take with them even after leaving a company.
Disclaimer: This article is based on user-generated content. The claims made in the original post have not been independently verified by News18.
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