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Oct 19, 2026 · Industry Insights

Netflix Cuts HR in 6% Layoffs: The Booster Rocket That Made Itself Obsolete

Despite record profits and 33% operating margins, Netflix laid off 6% of staff including HR and content chief Bela Bajaria, revealing a strategic shift from process-driven to talent-dense organization where HR's success means its own elimination, while betting on AI, live sports, and gaming for future growth.