Explained: What is 'Googleyness'? CEO Sundar Pichai explains it in 6 points

Google has made significant changes to its corporate work culture, redefining the concept of 'Googleyness' - a term used to describe the qualities that make someone a good fit for the company. Historically, 'Googleyness' was a broad concept that Google used to assess whether a candidate would be a good cultural fit in the company. At the recent all-hands meeting, Pichai explained the updated framework, which includes: Mission First: Prioritizing the company’s goals and objectives Make Helpful Things: Focusing on creating products that have a meaningful impact Be Bold & Responsible: Encouraging bold decision-making with accountability Stay Scrappy: Being resourceful and adaptable Hustle & Have Fun: Maintaining a sense of enjoyment while working hard Team Google: Emphasizing teamwork and unity The qualities, now revised, are aimed at fostering a more focused and purposeful approach to work, while still maintaining the fun, innovative spirit Google is traditionally known for. The recent layoffs, including cuts in the global advertisement and cloud units, are part of Google’s broader efforts to stay competitive, especially in the rapidly evolving AI sector, with the company’s launch of Gemini 2.0, an AI model designed to drive innovation in the tech industry.