US EditionLeaked Recording Proves Tesla (TSLA) Has Employee Morale Problem
- Tesla paused production at its Austin factory for the week of Memorial Day 2025 and held employee training sessions during this shutdown.
- This pause and training came amid ongoing employee morale issues linked to frequent company changes, leadership turnover, and a decline in sales and profits.
- A leaked recording from one training revealed employees' frustrations, including questions about their ability to work under current conditions and calls for workers to help improve Tesla's culture.
- The instructor emphasized concerns about employee retention, noting that many workers depart with unfavorable impressions of the company amid ongoing turnover.
- These challenges imply risks for Tesla’s ability to maintain productivity and attract talent, with leadership urged to guide culture while workers reflect the company's environment.
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Recording reveals what Tesla training instructor told staff about company culture
During a weeklong factory shutdown, Tesla held trainings for workers, including one that offered a glimpse of company culture.SUZANNE CORDEIRO/AFP via Getty Images"A lot of people leave this company, and they have kind of a negative taste in their mouth," they said.The instructor also said workers should take an active role in improving company culture.The training was held while Tesla shut down production at the Austin factory for a week.A week…
Leaked recording proves Tesla has employee morale problem
Something unusual unfolded at Tesla massive Gigafactory in Austin, Texas, during the week of Memorial Day. Instead of the usual mechanical rhythm of Model Y and Cybertruck assembly, the factory fell silent. Production lines halted, and around 20,000 workers—ranging from panel polishers to final assembly techs—were told to pause their usual work. If they had paid time off, they were encouraged to take it. If not? It was time to clean floors or at…
Tesla halts production for weeklong employee training to address culture and morale
Tesla temporarily shut down production at its Austin factory during Memorial Day week to conduct extensive employee-training sessions. The move comes at a time when the company is navigating slowing sales, internal workforce concerns, and broader market challenges. Instead of resuming operations for its Cybertruck and Model Y production lines, Tesla offered employees the option to take paid time off or take part in on-site training and cleaning …
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