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AI Layoffs: Because That's What Priyanka's Blog Told Us

The REAL reason for tech layoffs isn't AI. So what is? Companies spent tens of billions on AI. Codebase grew 5x. Features shipped like never before. Revenue? Flat. → Engineering bandwidth was the… | Priyanka Vergadia

url5/15/2026, 11:35:38 PM
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Verdict

Three things sink this post into the murky waters of LinkedIn mediocrity. 'Coordination moved at human speed; coding moved at AI speed' sounds profound until you realize it's just saying 'people work slower than computers.' Then there's the borrowed wisdom disguised as humility, with Priyanka positioning herself as a sage of tech layoffs while referencing broad trends sans personal credentials. Finally, like a moth to the flame of self-promotion, she invites us to her latest blog — because clearly, we need a deeper dive into these recycled musings. 'Ideas not good?' is another gem that serves blandness on a platter while attempting to be edgy. If only innovation could be found in such well-trodden paths.

Performative humility
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The author shares insights with a hint of humility but clearly positions themselves as an expert.

Borrowed authority
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The post references broad trends in tech without substantial personal credentials.

Empty profundity
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'Coordination moved at human speed; coding moved at AI speed' lacks depth and offers vague concepts.

Hypocrisy
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There's consistency between the message and the medium without glaring contradictions.

Self-promo
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'I cover this in detail in my latest blog' serves as self-promotion within the content.

Cliché density
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'Ideas not good?' is a recycled framing that feels generic.

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Original article

https://www.linkedin.com/posts/pvergadia_the-real-reason-for-tech-layoffs-isnt-ai-share-7459468006503628800-OI1R