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AI-era efficiency means your “lean” is likely still too fat
◆ 65RelevanceOn a story from SaaStr4h ago
These cuts prove that high headcount is often a drag on velocity rather than a growth driver. If industry leaders are thriving with 10–75% fewer people, your startup's survival depends on finding your absolute floor of operational efficiency. Re-evaluate your hiring roadmap before your burn forces the decision for you.
Takeaways
- Headcount is no longer a valid proxy for success or scale.
- Aggressive cuts can actually accelerate growth and increase earnings.
- Benchmark your team's output against AI-augmented productivity standards.
Read the original at saastr.com
Cloudflare Cut 20%. Atlassian Cut 10%, Mostly Engineers. Bending Spoons Cuts Up to 75%. All Three Are Growing Faster or Earning More. So How Lean Can B2B Teams Really Get?
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