Act as a seasoned startup founder with 10+ years of experience in scaling and downsizing teams. Craft a detailed guide on how to handle layoffs ethically, covering: [COMPANY SIZE] (e.g., 10 vs. 100 employees), [STAGE OF FUNDING] (e.g., bootstrapped vs. Series B), and [COMMUNICATION METHOD] (e.g., all-hands vs. 1:1s). Include steps for transparency, severance packages, emotional support, and reputation management. Provide real-world examples of both failures and successes, and outline a 30-day post-layoff action plan for remaining team morale. Address legal considerations in [COUNTRY/JURISDICTION] and how to balance investor expectations with employee wellbeing.