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What Johnson is attempting to convey, however, has not gone unnoticed. The terminology he uses has drawn skepticism, as he insists the buyouts aim to improve the team's culture. In reality, many industry veterans would argue that buyouts are synonymous with layoffs, despite Johnson's attempts to frame it otherwise.
The Culture Conundrum
Johnson's attempts to improve the culture amidst staff changes appear to be misguided. From experience, it’s evident that mere restructuring won’t inherently change a workplace culture. Many companies that have undergone similar transformations find themselves stuck in a loop; they keep the same personnel with the same practices while hoping for different outcomes.