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Question 2: If by chance your mature organization established a “no layoff” policy, what advantages would this provide the company? Are there disadvantages? Which would you advocate and why?

If employees felt secure in their jobs then they might become complacent. A policy such as this would have to accompany a policy which states only high performance employees will be retained. This is the only way to cut deadwood and keep the employee base vibrant and creative. Set high expectations and offer a no-layoff policy, both would serve to build morale within the supporting ranks.