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The industry is lead by a small group of dinosaur underwriter companies. Escrow officers typically jumping from company to company within the industry constantly looking for greener pastures. Very few are happy and fewer would recommend the career to... —  read more 

Because I'm Good Enough, I'm Smart Enough, and Doggone It, People Like Me!

There are rumors on investment sites of an "inevitable bankruptcy" and something called FILO- First in , Last Out, in terms of the $375 million loan. . What this may mean is that the company that gave BBBY the lifeline would be the first paid if loan... —  read more 

Will Oxy production be impacted by the hurricane that is entering the Gulf?

Now that I have been gone a while I feel like like I can ask this. Did anyone else feel like the monthly performance reviews felt more like an interrogation where you had to explain why you shouldn't lose your job?

…our little angry Indian that hates Americans? We’d love to hear more about what you really think of us?

…… Lmfao

Sign your new terms and conditions, and revive one free pizza delivered to your door step, oui s’il vous plait.

If 9 stores @ Starbucks can get unionized in Texas so easily then why is it so hard to do this at Lowes - it only takes one to get the message across that the managers from DM levels - including MST - MKTHRBP to the store manager are racist cronies... —  read more 

https://www.facebook.com/SearsHTSMaconGA 135 left...

https://www.desmoinesregister.com/story/money/business/2022/09/24/wells-fargo-layoffs-more-des-moines-jobs-10th-round-cuts-iowa/8091631001/

Want to know why Verizon Stock is in the tank.. gutter...? Well our director ask everyone to put their preferred pronoun in their email signature. I spoke up and said, I don't have a preferred pronoun. I wish to be called "Monsieur Smith" as I am... —  read more 

This Insider Has Just Sold Shares In Humana Inc. (NYSE:HUM) CONTRIBUTOR Simply Wall St Simply Wall St PUBLISHED SEP 24, 2022 09:12AM EDT We wouldn't blame Humana Inc. (NYSE:HUM) shareholders if they were a little worried about the fact that Joseph... —  read more 

Hi I’m graduating in Dec and have an offer to come to 3M. Wondering if I should still come, or look elsewhere? Seems there are a lot of issues.

The amount of meetings, PowerPoints and discussions on the survey results is crazy! Management wanting to know how we can make the results better and have "Fun" is beyond measure in Upstream. The managers are trying to be cheerleaders for "New"... —  read more 

Ask details of recently approved projects and you would be shocked how incompetent and behind we are versus the rest of the world. Another algae greenwashing in the making but more public and devastating. Do not take up a job in LCS, you are... —  read more 

Andrew Cecere, you have pocketed millions by putting thousands of Americans out of work. You have presiding over a bank scandal. You have created an unprecedented toxic environment of fear among employees with greed and obsession with outsourcing to... —  read more 

Is this concept being rolled out Campus wide? If so how are they dealing with special monitors, seats etc. I guess ergo isn't important any more.

Any information would be helpful

What is happening to Luton site? More Layoffs ?

My pension lump sum is NOT as high as my coworker ? Does anyone know why? My co worker told me his numbers after 20 years and mine with be 50% LOWER after 20 years. I came from Geico in 2014? What am I missing.

Its real. No one going the extra mile. Do my 8 hours and I am out. Do enough to not get in trouble genius! This is what managers have been doing for years!!!!!!!!

Do you think Nile is a real threat on Cisco?

BLOOMBERG: Leaked Study Says Exxon, Partners Overspent by $138 Billion on Oil, Gas Projects. https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2022-09-23/leaked-study-says-exxon-partners-overspent-by-138-billion-on-oil-gas-projects

Lets see the current sentiment towards NOV management. Vote up Alternatively Vote down.

Here's a snippet: Caliber Home Loans, owned by publicly-traded Rithm Capital, issued pink slips to at least 300 employees earlier this week as soaring mortgage rates thin out already-declining origination volume. The lender has made at least four... —  read more 

So perfect. https://dilbert.com/strip/2022-09-24

If i complete the requirements of PIP successfully. i.e the metrics to achieve the PIP what happens in the final meeting . Do they make up any silly reason to still let me go since there is no HR to review the progress. Will they close the PIP and... —  read more 

Intel management thinks the tides have changed and are pushing hard for back to the office, you should expect this to be required soon. Lets see the result, many remote jobs from companies with the times and not failing in such a dramatic public... —  read more 

Anyone have insights on upcoming salary treatments? I suppose it will be a big sign whether the company wants to encourage attrition via low to moderate raises or be competitive via robust raises that are commensurate with our peer companies.

Buyouts were just a way to get rid of the long tenured (read: loyal) people who are over the age of 40+ so they can hire more people in India for a lower wage.

Will there be more layoffs?

It seems to be a success among companies in the U.K. that started a pilot program earlier this year. Instead of five 8-hour days, people are working four 10-hour days. So far, none of the companies have recorded a drop in productivity and some have... —  read more 

https://dilbert.com

Currently my annualized rate of return less than 1%, and cumulative is just over 1%, which is less than I would be earning even if I just had the money in a savings account. It seems like the stock market fluctuates wildly, and I have been wondering... —  read more 

Start applying for jobs right now whether you were laid off or not. I know some of you feel like you might need a week or two to recover but I wouldn't wait. The job market is still good but it won't stay like that for long. Jump in before it's too... —  read more 

Any suggestions share here

They don’t want to share information They feel insecure What kind of people working in this company

Look like world economic is heading toward recession/ depression soon. Will Shell start new round of layoff?

That no one goes into the office. This RTO is ruining the company and making everyone’s life harder. Is Frank even in the office? They can’t fire the entire company it’s time to stand in solidarity.

As a worker, I found it's especially motivating to see our senior advisors and execs post pictures of all the conferences and field trips they're attending on the company dime. Wouldn't you agree?

It’s coming everyone, the WFR hammer is going to drop soon for FTEs and CWs. Poor earnings, stock price tanking, super costly corporate acquisition, major rumors of campuses being turned to ghost towns, and other signposts all point to a volatile... —  read more 

Looks like both are due IPO, which one is winning the race?

After being laid off from Wells Fargo this past year I accepted a new position, an $18,000 per year salary increase. This is an internal, exempt permanent position at this new company. One of the employment eligibility forms asked if one had a... —  read more 

I just spoke fearlessly in my Org Health survey. How long till they fire me?

Unethical company - formed cartel(under NASSCOM) to falsely label 40 year old IT Pros as slow and fired in 2014-2016. Also created secret database accessible to HR head and shared to prevent those fired from getting jobs elsewhere. Unethical company... —  read more 

How dare they try to give advice to raise a child working under the system we work under .

Any news on layoffs at MetLife? Especially at US Digital ?

If O had waited they could have acquired 2 cerners for cash now. Ouch this deal is going to become Achilles heel.

Some hints of a large scale reorg. I dont know anything else.

Can managers see if their employee posts for another role? In the past, managers were usually unaware of their employees seeking other opportunities until final interview stages. I’m curious if Managers can actually see when an employee simply... —  read more 

The picture in the article is facing east, looking down Watson Boulevard, with Bldg. 46 in the background, just beyond the new/proposed iM3NY building: https://nypost.com/2022/09/21/ny-factory-to-challenge-china-in-global-lithium-battery-race/ —  read more 

GM salary will be returning to work 3x days per week. https://www.detroitnews.com/story/business/autos/general-motors/2022/09/23/gm-tells-white-collar-workers-to-return-to-the-office-3-days-a-week/69515288007/ Will Ford Follow suit?

Is there something wrong with HR I interviewed for an internal position over a month ago, I have heard they made a decision on a candidate. So wtf?

We're nearly into October, any news on how the quarter has gone or figures massaged? Any idea on the delayed pay raise, things so expensive.

What a story.... questions will be.... is it stinky enough? https://www.crn.com/news/channel-programs/broadcom-ceo-hock-tan-s-guide-to-buying-vmware-in-30-days

https://www.wfmj.com/story/47325570/ysu-faculty-union-denounces-possible-layoffs-cuts-or-elimination

Every week will be a bad week somewhere until mike and monish are gone.

"According to census data collected on the 15th day of classes, UW has enrolled a total of 11,100 students this semester, down 3.3% from the overall enrollment of 11,479 last... —  read more 

"Enrollment at the University of Southern Indiana continues to drop, down 7.3% this fall compared to the fall semester in... —  read more 

OK. I am telling you to not volunteer for anything extra. It won't help it can only hurt you. I was excited about the opportunity as I am good at the subject. The leader of the project is a real pain. they are impatient, rude and mean. I did not... —  read more 

https://www.beaconjournal.com/story/news/education/2022/09/23/university-of-akron-enrollment-drops-but-new-student-numbers-promising/69511428007/

https://www.facebook.com/groups/2183126268459251/permalink/5504731726298672/ Advertising for a temp cashier to assist with the liquidation process.

How about this? Under the new way the STIP multiplier is calculated you can get a performance rating of "Successful performance" (where about 80% of the company lands) and receive a STIP multiplier as low as 70%! So....... Meet all your goals, exceed... —  read more 

I figure as long as bloated teams like Business Excellence are around and people with titles like Chief of Staff, we have many more layoffs to go. Cuts need to go into the 5k plus range. How about all the VPs, any of them part of layoffs?

So apparently Walmart is well staffed and we will only need to hire “seasonal” help. I call bullsh-t. It only means that they will continue to overload the understaffed workers that still exist. Wtf Walmart, how stupid do you think people are?

https://www.macroaxis.com/invest/ratio/META.BK/Probability-Of-Bankruptcy

Well that's interesting, he will be gone as of Oct. 3rd...thoughts?

Never have I ever...corresponded or worked with more people who are absolutely disgusting. This lady. She's absolutely corrupt and awful. Check her org chart and favorite list. Worst leader. How many complaints will it take? Another part of why... —  read more 

There is very little transparency, as usual. I hate that this is way I have to inquire about what is happening, which locations and which departments are affected. I only know that my motivation to continue working here has never been this low.

The last few months we've been working under enormous stress and meeting unrealistic expectations, while hearing the rumors about the company quietly laying people off. A terrible atmosphere of fear and anxiety has been created in which everyone is... —  read more 

This is a rather hypothetical question, but I hear more and more opinions that Ford will most likely be sold or merged in the end. Do you think this is the only salvation for the company? No one knows what will happen in the future, but to me it... —  read more 

If you come from Level 3, be preparing to get let go. All of these GM’s and above are toast with little to show for it because the stock will be $5 in a few weeks. The clowns are being kicked out of town and are known losers in the industry. —  read more