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		IndoorPatio on May 4, 2023 \| parent \| context \| favorite \| on: Shopify will be smaller by about 20% and Flexport ... I've seen little evidence that a company can thrive after 20% workforce cuts. Whatever successes Shopify has had, it's safe to say those days are done.

dcgudeman on May 4, 2023 [–]

What are you talking about? Companies downsize all the time and continue to thrive. It's a normal part of adapting to market conditions.

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