#layoff

BC team - no projects, no government work. Got laid off by CGI this week beacuse of shortage of work.

I’ve been through 4 layoffs at 3 different companies, unfortunately it’s a common corporate playbook for those working in IT

The first layoff, my theme song was - It’s My Life by Bon Jovi. Played that so loud on repeat, and it kept me going

This layoff, it’s - Unstoppable by Sia

What’s your theme song, one that gives you energy and motivates you, that will power you thru this storm?

Let's say every worker averages 100k. So each personal day is ~$400 on average and each worker uses 2 personal days during Christmas because they dont carry over. Let's also exclude NJ workers from the equation who get 90 days notice.

Since they don't pay out personal days it saves up to ~5-10 million by getting rid of Workers before Christmas week. As opposed to being off books on 12/31.

I lost a job I didn’t even like, and I definitely won’t miss my manager, or a few people on my team, for that matter. But I’m still terrified of what’s out there. I’ve saved enough to bridge myself over for a bit, which helps ease the anxiety. I’m giving myself some time to decompress, and then I know I’ll flip straight into panic mode the moment I start dealing with the job market. I have this feeling things will get worse before they get better. It’s really hard to feel even remotely optimistic these days.

Thanksgiving layoffs

https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/technology/tech-news/verizon-ex-ceo-sends-open-letter-to-13000-employees-company-is-laying-off-says-no-one-can-take-away/articleshow/125515667.cms

If you only received a 30 daybWARN notice, CHALLENGE IT. They are trying to sc--w those of us that work remote. Your job profile probably says walnut or Irvine. Contact the Ask HR and be sure to challenge their policy (which is not the law). Here is what I sent... (the more of us that challenge their bad business practice the better for all of us)

Dear HR Department / [Specific HR Contact Name if known],
I am writing to formally acknowledge receipt of the layoff notification dated November 20, 2025, with an effective date of December 20, 2025.
Given the significant number of employees affected by the recent workforce reduction, both within California and company-wide, I have questions regarding the notice period provided under applicable state and federal laws, specifically the California WARN Act and the federal WARN Act.
The notice I received provides 30 days' advance notice. However, both the federal WARN Act and the California WARN Act generally require employers to provide at least 60 days' advance written notice for mass layoffs.
I kindly request the following information:
Clarification of the Notice Period: Please confirm if the 30-day notice period is being provided in accordance with a specific exception to the 60-day notice requirement (such as the "unforeseeable business circumstances" or "faltering company" exceptions), and if so, provide documentation supporting the applicability of that exception.
Documentation of Compliance: Please provide documentation verifying that notice has been given to the appropriate state agency (California Employment Development Department (EDD)) and local government officials as required by the WARN Act regulations. Employers can email their notices to the EDD at eddwarnnotice@edd.ca.gov.
I appreciate your prompt attention to this matter and look forward to receiving the requested information.
Sincerely,
[Your Full Name]
[Your Phone Number]
[Your Employee ID Number]

There’s been multiple layoffs in the past week where they are only informing associates internal to that particular org. Are they planning to inform the rest of the firm? Genuinely wondering.

Clorox is laying off; they are being careful to keep under 50 so they don't have to announce it to the public. It's done quietly a few here and there throughout the month (some this week, others next week, etc.). It's unfortunate that it's mostly the over 50 and long tenure that are being affective.

Just saw this movie and it’s about Verizon.

The gist of it is a company laying off employees and everyone is on the chopping block, even the ones who don’t expect it. And the ones who get let go get a small severance and struggle to find work.

Man will there ever be piece .I figured so was safe but heard from above that it’s not done.I hope I survive the next round

I thought the weekend would help. Nope. I still feel betrayed, I still feel angry, and I still feel scared. How do you get rid of this awful, awful feeling in the pit of your stomach? How long does it take for it to go away? I was never laid off before and I truly hope this is my only such experience.

General Motors has scheduled 1,140 employees for permanent layoffs effective Jan. 5 at its Factory Zero site in Detroit. The list includes hundreds of assembly operators and is "due to production schedule adjustment required to adapt to slower near-term EV adoption," the company said in a notice to state of Michigan officials.

https://www.cbsnews.com/detroit/news/general-motors-permanent-layoffs-factory-zero-detroit/

For those of you in East Coast who never got meeting invite this morning . -
then you are safe until Tuesday Dec 9

Bad enough after 30 years to get kicked to the curb as a high performer, but now they are starting to remove people from the Slack groups. Just another reminder of you are just a number. Couldn't wait until everyone is off the payroll, just keep ripping off the band aid again and again.

It is now new tactics to save money. Giving forced NS to senior person and lay him off without giving any severance package. Thus company is saving money.This is new trend in visa

11 years with this company. Never thought this would happen. Onto to the next one.

https://www.yahoo.com/news/articles/ups-lay-off-70-employees-212018381.html

I was just scrolling on the internet and I saw this site where people can take a poll and comment on the latest layoff, maybe it might help. Thelayoffradar.com

what is going on with ATT prepaid/cricket. A lot of upper management in corporate have been leaving in the last few months. Top positions…. Why and are we expecting to see layoffs on the ATT prepaid/cricket channel

Some are summoned, some are spared! the flame alone knows why.

• Apple cuts dozens of sales roles to streamline operations for institutional clients.
• Affected teams include government sales and briefing centers; employees can reapply for new roles.
• Moves align with broader tech layoffs and Apple’s shift toward third-party resellers.
• Strong revenue contrasts with stock underperformance amid competitive pressures.
• Restructuring aims to maintain Apple’s tech sector edge despite workforce challenges.

https://www.ainvest.com/news/apple-restructures-sales-force-boost-institutional-sales-efficiency-2511/

Key Point

NetApp did not follow required federal rules for layoffs involving employees over 40.

What Went Wrong:

The Older Workers Benefit Protection Act (OWBPA) requires companies to give employees over 40 a written list of:
The job titles and ages of those selected for layoff
The job titles and ages of those who were not selected
This information must be given before or at the same time as the severance agreement.
NetApp did not provide this list with the severance documents.

Why This Matters:

When a company fails to meet OWBPA rules, parts of their severance agreement become invalid and unenforceable.
That means certain waivers in the agreement cannot legally block people from taking action.

What’s Happening Now:

An investigative group has been contacting many of us from the April and September layoffs.
They are gathering details about who was let go and how the paperwork was handled.
The investigation appears to be tied to a New York firm preparing a class-action lawsuit.

My Decision:

I’m joining the class action.
Anyone over 40 who was affected should look into it as well.
If the required documents were never provided, the severance agreement is weakened, and federal rules were violated.

Sources for Verification

OWBPA requirements (EEOC):
https://www.eeoc.gov/laws/guidance/age-discrimination-older-workers-benefit-protection-act

OWBPA explanation (U.S. Department of Labor):
https://www.dol.gov/agencies/oasam/centers-offices/human-resources-center/owbpa-guide

https://www.fierce-network.com/wireless/verizon-rumored-be-laying-25-5g-enterprise-team

There are plans for laying off the remote employees w/o poss relocation to HQ in December. They think it will be too messy to offer remote workers option to move.

These may get pushed back to Jan/Feb.

The board has been coming into the office several days a week even during the pandemic. This is not about productivity, it’s about satisfying an unfounded perception from the board that also meets the cut numbers they want for profitability.

Do you get paid for Thanksgiving and Black Friday if you got laid off. Or you will only get paid for 40 hours this week?

With the leadership team planning the budget next week, a significant portion will be over layoffs. They overhired and are moving faster than expected on the Consent Order.

At the same time, they are pushing ICs to move faster and faster leading to burnout, while planning to lay those same people off. The leadership was bemoaning that after the CO is over, there needs to be busy work until the layoff details could be finalized.

Has anyone heard of when they might post new jobs? How has it been in the past when a layoff happens?

I thought it’s Thanksgiving week?????

There will be more layoffs here.

Anyone else like he-l no.Im done not doing nothing .Its over I’m riffed pay me my severance it’s not supposed to be work weekly pay checks

Wealth management company Cetera Financial Group laid off a “small” number of employees to streamline its operations, a company spokeswoman said on Friday. Cetera, owned by private-equity firm Genstar Capital Partners, also conducted layoffs earlier this year. The latest round didn’t affect teams that support Cetera’s thousands of financial advisors, the spokeswoman said.

https://www.barrons.com/advisor/articles/cetera-layoffs-f4a234b2

Brutal timing but this is a yearly occurrence at this point

Hyster-Yale is laying off part of its workforce, and the job cuts will impact eastern North Carolina.

The company will reduce its global workforce by 575 employees, including layoffs of more than 100 employees in Pitt County.

https://www.publicradioeast.org/2025-11-24/forklift-maker-announces-more-global-layoffs-greenville-location-impacted?_amp=true

A lot of people have quietly started looking at options, just in case. It feels weird, like preparing for something we shouldn’t have to. Still, better to be ready than caught off guard when things shift.

No matter what your end date is? I already sent out about 50 applications. I know some people are taking some time to recover, but I'm too scared to wait.

I joined four months ago, I'd just like to know if Schwab ever has layoffs around Thanksgiving and Christmas or if there is no need to worry before next year?

Is AI determined who to lay off now?