The man was rehired after being fired, his salary was reduced by more than 10,000 yuan and he was humiliated, and his wife's words broke the defense. Behind this incident, it reflects the current problems of Chinese society at multiple levels, including the cruelty of the workplace environment and the conservative and backward concept of some families.
As the parties concerned, how should we view this incident so that we can turn the crisis into an opportunity and draw positive inspiration from it?
According to reports, a man in Guangdong holds a senior R&D position in an IT company and earns a higher salary due to his excellent work. But there was a recent change in the company, and the man was unfortunately fired.
Unexpectedly, only in the past two days, the company sent back a letter of employment, hoping that he would go back to serve as an assistant to assist new employees in their work, but the salary was reduced to 8,000 yuan, which was more than 10,000 yuan less than the original salary. This sudden change made the man feel humiliated and wanted to choose to rest at home.
However, his wife insisted that he should return to work as soon as possible, as he was the sole breadwinner of the family. The couple's views on this issue are clearly divided.
From this case, it can be seen that the man suffered a severe blow in his career, and his originally stable job suddenly faced the crisis of dismissal. Subsequently, the company's re-opening was a "restart", but his status declined and his salary was greatly reduced, which made him feel faceless and insulted.
The wife, on the other hand, is more pragmatic and believes that men should continue to work to secure the family's income. This reflects that in some families, there is still a traditional concept of division of labor in which "the man is the outside, and the woman is inside", and the wife's suggestion also reflects practical considerations.
The root cause of the couple's disagreement is the brutal competition in the current Chinese workplace environment, and the fact that some families still hold stereotypes of gender.
First of all, the competition in the workplace in many industries and fields in the mainland is very fierce, and enterprises have to adjust and optimize their business and personnel in order to survive and develop.
In the information age, knowledge is updated rapidly and business models change frequently, and employees need to continuously learn new knowledge to adapt to job needs. This is especially true in emerging industries such as the Internet, where many middle-aged employees cannot keep up with the rapid iteration of enterprises and are easily abandoned by companies.
Enterprises will also adjust their salary structure, with key positions being hired with heavy salaries and non-core positions facing salary reductions. In this environment, it is easy for employees to fall into career anxiety and difficulties in re-employment after being laid off.
Second, there is still a certain proportion of families in Chinese society who hold the old concept of gender roles and division of labor, believing that it is natural for men to be the main male and female protagonists. This concept emphasizes that men are responsible for the economic breadwinner of the family, while women are responsible for child-rearing and housework.
When faced with household problems, the wife thinks first about her husband's work, rather than discussing the options of both parties on an equal footing. To a certain extent, this has intensified the pressure on men to find employment, and has also increased the unequal position of women in the family.
The enlightenment of this incident to us is that first of all, we should establish an equal view of gender and family, that husband and wife should have equal status in the family, and that major decisions need to be discussed together. Secondly, in the face of changes in the workplace, we should maintain a positive attitude, take the initiative to learn new knowledge, and keep pace with the times, rather than passively resisting changes.
The traditional division of labor between the male and the female is challenged in modern marriage. In modern society, women's education level has increased dramatically, and they are also eager to realize their self-worth through employment.
Husbands and wives should exchange views on an equal footing, the wife should not unilaterally emphasize her husband's financial responsibilities, and the wife could share the household through employment. Good communication is very important and you can't blindly obey conventional ideas.
Family decision-making should be democratically consulted, with both spouses expressing their needs and views on an equal footing. Major issues require a joint discussion of what is best for the family. The wife should not acquiesce that her husband's employment is the first priority, but should be concerned about her husband's feelings and understand that it is difficult for him to accept a large salary cut. It is important to establish a family concept of equality and mutual understanding.
In the workplace, employees should have an in-depth understanding of industry development trends, take the initiative to learn new knowledge and skills, and improve themselves with the times. In the face of being laid off, you don't have to be overly pessimistic, you can take positive action, adjust your job search strategy, and believe in your own value.
Enterprises should also care about the feelings of employees and try to resolve conflicts through communication, rather than simply laying off employees. The right mindset can help us save the day.
This incident reflects some deep-seated social problems on the mainland, and it deserves our deep consideration. But as individuals, we also need to be realistic, proactive, and realize our self-worth. Only by looking to the future and taking positive actions can we move forward in the midst of change. Let us work together to turn crises into opportunities and create a better tomorrow.