Is it a trend now that the company is trying to give you a lot of workload and make you resign yourself rather than retrench you?

To be fair, there could be various reasons to why you have a high workload. You might not be able to see the bigger picture and it could really be beneficial for you to be able to speak to someone who might have a better explanation for you.

Ultimately, take the effort to arrange a 1-1 with your direct manager/superior. Understand the constraints of the company, is it really because the company is trying to ‘force’ you out? Or could it be that the company is freezing hires due to the COVID-19 situation.

I hope you are able to get yourself past this difficult situation soon!

I think you are not alone, for companies with high turnover rate, those who stay behind will be expected to tank the existing workload while waiting for new staff to be recruited (if at all). If you do not see further growth in the company, then I agree with Moolah-man that you should start sticking your head out and look for other openings. Of cause, you can choose to stay at the current job while looking around to secure another job before tendering. But while you look for the new job, it's important to set your objectives right. If your financial commitments allow, then accepting a reasonable pay cut may not be a bad idea if you can catch your breath (from the piling workload) and pick up new skills/experience. Set your sight on your career growth, not just the pay.

Never heard of this trend before, but possible so that they don't have to pay u any retrenchment benefit. But now job market not good, hang in there...

Everywhere same, everybody the same. Company want their staff multi-tasking, want cheap labour. Especially companies that practice lean management, not because want to retrench you.

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