Ep.4: How big tech handles grief
With Shimi Rahim
Shimi, a technical writer with 25 years in tech, shares her experiences navigating bereavement leave at Google. She highlights the company's evolving bereavement policies, from unclear guidelines to a clear one-month leave. Shimi discusses the impact of losing her father and husband during the pandemic, emphasizing the importance of clear communication and understanding one's rights. She also contrasts Google's past humane layoffs with the impersonal 2023 layoffs, which led to her departure in 2024. Shimi advises new tech entrants to know their rights, communicate effectively, and maintain a work-life balance.
