Ex-Cisco here. I come here a couple of times per year to enjoy the bullets I have dodged since leaving the company. I was sick with the “strategy“, the brainwash, the non-existent change, the nepotism, and the bigotry in so many areas (mental health... — read more 

https://www.msn.com/en-us/money/companies/new-waves-of-cisco-layoffs-surface-as-tech-job-cuts-worsen-in-bay-area/ar-AA1pteeH

There are other jobs out there. I have two interviews lined up for next week. If a good offer comes my way, I’m not waiting for LR. If they overlap and I’m caught in the net - great. In the meantime, I’m just coasting. Companies like Cisco deserve... — read more 

Maybe being laid off from Cisco is not the worst thing. A friend who was let go in the last round seems happier than he ever was. It took him a while to find a new job, but he is now satisfied with his work/life balance, pay, bennies, and even the... — read more 

What happens to Jigna’s team now that she has left? Will the upper mgmt trim it down?

Based on this article, the impact on Bay Area HQ is limited to 53. Is that correct? https://www.siliconvalley.com/2024/08/26/san-jose-cisco-tech-economy-jobs-layoffs-intel-amazon-google-facebook/amp/

Counting down the days. Put everything you want to say here. Express all your negative thought. Hope this will help someone mentally relief.

Some always complain Cisco missed cloud, NO, Cisco made a lot of money by selling DC products. You can say others made money in software then you give up yourself and do software, then AI comes back and you try to catch the trend again. We need to... — read more 

https://blogs.cisco.com/news/fortifying-the-future-of-security-for-ai-cisco-announces-intent-to-acquire-robust-intelligence

In the middle of LRs, the last thing I want to hear about is another piece of cr_p company that we acquired!!! Good work G2, for not having a clue!!! A round of applause for the bone heads at the top!

Anyone applied and had the recruiter rejecting it with “not meeting the qualifications “ statement for the job posting closely related your current job ? Is there any option in this case once rejected by the recruiter

Despite rescinding the invites to those folks in roles that have historically attended GSX/Impact, the VPs are on their way! They deserve to have some fun, as I’m sure they’re exhausted, after all being this lame must be hard work! So for everyone... — read more 

With the penultimate Red Wedding episode. Are the a--holes at the top actually enjoying this?

Look it up. Start doing it. Your life will improve right away.

Hi, I am in the process of joining Cisco after Splunk acquisition. Honestly, after reading many comments here I am not convinced if I am very excited about this move, Cisco doesn’t seem to be the “cool” vendor, just a big corporation, which is losing... — read more 

Why care about confidentiality or any thing else…. Why protect the corporation that no longer cares for its people?

How is it like working in TAC? anyone? Are they exempt from LR?

The hardest part of the waiting for the potential axe when you work from home is you cannot get away from it mentally. I used to think the same way about work because I could always hear the pings from my MAC, or get notifications on my phone but I... — read more 

How are you folks staying motivated? I can't concentrate on work for the life of me.

Over the past 15 years corporate culture and workplaces have become increasingly toxic and, even worse, completely pointless. Over the past decade it has become so much less about professional advancement, meaningful work, personal achievement, and... — read more 

If Cisco workers decided to form a union, what percentage of your salary or fee would you be willing to contribute for a more secure future?

Can ELT be sued if one can prove (with evidence) that this month of wait caused them healthy issues?!

Anyone else notice a clear difference in your coworkers last week? Most people on my team were absolute a holes all week. No doubt in my mind that the LR had a big part to play. It just made the week worse for everyone else. Can’t imagine it’s... — read more 

LR and addictions... Guessing others in similar boat, so posting. Helps me also to share. I was a highly-functional alcoholic and survived at Cisco on a series of anti-anxiety medications; for a long, long, time (nearly a decade). I am actually... — read more 

Cisco' s Corporate governance used to be role model for companies and if I remember correctly it was also a MBA case study in USC. But they current status of Cisco corporate governance is in a steep decline because of the current ELT. Cisco GRC was... — read more 

chuck Fran Who's next?

The work y do today is the life u live tomorrow. At this company or another

It says about 85k....but I do not think it includes Splunk. I know for fact Cisco has been hiring a lot over the last 6 months, even with the layoff last year, and then again in Feb. They are the worst in managing resources. I can guarantee towards... — read more 

Double whammy for everyone unfortunately. Every sector is in big trouble as large fall layoffs loom for many companies. Curious if folks have concerns of unscheduled layoffs occurring between now and end of year?

For those who are considering retiring, what is your Networth? Generally 25x expenses is considered safe (or 4% withdrawal rate) but curious about your magic number . Tech sector is way too volatile

Cisco has several underperforming departments that have been burning through resources for years without contributing any real value to the company. Projects are often stuck in cycles, bogged down by endless meetings, and lack a clear vision. While... — read more 

take some Jimmy Buffett advice (other than it's 5 o'clock somewhere): Oh, yesterday's over my shoulder, so I can't look back for too long There's just too much to see waiting in front of me and I know that I just can't go wrong...

Cisco employees whose age plus years served equal 65...make sure you sign up for Cisco RMAP (retirement insurance) before departure, if qualified. If LR'd: check with Benefits if they will suspend RMAP until after COBRA. If so, you can sign up... — read more 

Ok, it’s go time. Who is boycotting Chuck and the kickoff? There’s power in numbers and all of us sticking together for eachother.

I had the curiosity to ask ChatGP about the causality chain in case of an economical recession. Below are the answers In the event of an economic recession, the impact on various sectors of the economy tends to follow a certain sequence, known as... — read more 

Ourrrrrr AVP continues to threaten to defund events cause no pipeline is created the day after the event. Ourrrrrr AVP wants to defund all events to include our popular Tech Days. He barks all the time but has no clue. He shows up at events but... — read more 

They are currently paying for it A hardware refresh was due and I applied for it, I got a new phone (for zero dollars) and the plan was renewed for another two years. I would like to keep the number I have which I ported to Cisco's plan when I... — read more 

CNBC: “Economists warn a recession is likely in early 2025” Thoughts on Cisco impact?

"We are honored to share that Cisco has been ranked #1 on People’s 100 Companies That Care list for 2024🏆 This recognition underscores our dedication to prioritising communities and nurturing a culture of care and compassion." - on... — read more 

I was LR'ed once from Cisco. I didn't see it coming. I was in a hostile work environment, my boss had previously tried to unsuccessfully put me on a PIP. We had a major falling out that was never rectified. I saw some very bad behaviors in my... — read more