hello everyone, any news on the premier banker settlement? How much will the higher end payout be? Also, what kind of pressure are you guys getting for production in the branch’s now?
2026 COBRA Expectations
Severed employee here who is nearing the end of my benefits. Considering COBRA for next year, amongst other ACA options, but wondering if anyone has any ideas on 2026 COBRA rates. I called the 'hotline' this week and they still do not have any... — read more
Back to office for 4 days a week next year
Is this for CR only ?
Who will be sent to a forced retirement soon?
I am asking about top level, public figures, not the workers
It's quiet here
Is everyone is busy updating their resumes and LinkedIn? Why am I not getting meeting invites and requests?
Bipartisan Bill Would Require Employers to Report AI-Related Layoffs
A bipartisan bill introduced on November 5, 2025, would require large companies and federal agencies to report AI-related layoffs to the Department of Labor. Senators Josh Hawley (R-Mo.) and Mark Warner (D-Va.) proposed the AI-Related Job Impacts... — read more
Set up to fail so easy layoffs
Between unclear directives like the fact that we are being given an activity score but not told what makes up the score and things like we have to be in the office 8 hours but some days there are no seats I feel like all of us are being set up to... — read more
Anyone check employee counts by country recently?
Use employee look-up like normally would, doesn't matter who When results open select Detailed search. For Country use USA, then IND, then I think it was PHL Will give you count for each country code. I am trying to find my numbers from 2019.
Market Location Strategy paused?
Someone posted last week that there was a pause in Market Location Strategy displacements in Risk (see post titled "Risk Location Strategy"). I've heard something for a different group that was supposed to get their relocation decision letters in... — read more
Stay away from Wells Fargo
Wells Fargo is a nightmare to work for. The environment is toxic, and people are getting laid off constantly. If you're considering joining, don't.
Enterprise Complaints Business Unit
Anyone has info on what's being planned? Any layoffs soon?
Lubbock, TX - 200+ Layoffs
The last day was end of October. So much for WF being a 'family'
Thank you, Wells Fargo
I was laid off waited for the severance PTO bonus all that jazz and I couldn’t be happier. I am officially retired. I can now enjoy my life without all the Wells Fargo drama between Social Security 401(k) and other investments. I’m making more than I... — read more
Layoffs for “efficiency” = Cover for failing offshoring disaster?
For 5+ years, Wells Fargo has run an ambiguous layoff machine under the banner of “efficiency,” with quarterly severance accruals ($750M–$1B in 2023 alone) and global headcount slashed from ~268,000 (2019) to 217,000 (2024)—a net loss of ~51,000... — read more
"Do more with less" was the message 8+ years ago - now....
... it's do even more with almost nothing! Anyone else exhausted??
8 hour in-office expectations officially updated on teamworks
I noticed new items have been added in the expectations. Consider this an official warning that HR can use against you. In-office days are expected to be eight hours in the office (i.e., don't come in at all if you can't stay 8 hours, even if... — read more
Bank of America sued over not paying workers for PC boot up time in proposed class action lawsuit
https://www.hcamag.com/us/specialization/employment-law/bank-of-america-faces-lawsuit-over-alleged-unpaid-computer-boot-up-time/554302 This is very interesting read. I can see Bridget Engle getting fired and Charlie tossed as well for tracking... — read more
I’ve been slowly checking out mentally
My manager keeps giving my ideas to someone else, ignores my requests, and subtly pushes me aside. I could stew about it, but I decided a good old "fu-k it” is better for my health. After years of hard work, I’m finally done letting this toxic... — read more
Risk Location Strategy
Paused, don’t have the money to pay severance. Plan B = 4 days, 8 hours to drive attrition.
Mr Cooper problems or Wells problems? Asking for veteran friend
Hello Old friend who is both US Marine veteran and state trooper veteran is reaching out to me because Wells sold his loan or servicing -literally getting details right now- to Mr Cooper and Mr C is saying my friends escrow account is $2400 short... — read more
A Few Days Liberated from Wells Fargo’s Toxicity
I’m only a few days out from Wells Fargo, and the feeling is nothing short of liberation. After years of toxic management, mind games, tricks, and the constant drain of unhealthy dynamics, I finally feel like I can breathe again. What I’m curious... — read more
studies of efficient work focus
What if a work study is conducted and the results don’t align with the current hr/mgmt narrative or expectations? What if someone on the inside says she wasnt to use the results equitably? How might the team ensure that all findings are accurately... — read more
Wells Fargo is becoming known as a layoff machine
Not just within the company but outside as well. I guess word spreads fast when you're having cuts every two weeks. No wonder we can’t get any good candidates anymore. Good for them, su-ks for us.
They are laying off the recruiters.
They’re laying off the recruiters. And if you’re not a recruiter like me and you’re not living and breathing on LinkedIn, you’re probably not seeing this. But the majority of people that I’m seeing recently laid off are the recruiters. And you know... — read more
Model Risk Management is incompetent?
Anybody have experience working with them?
I am laid off today
it’s freaking Friday!!! How come???
Use AI, or you're fired
https://www.wsj.com/tech/ai/ai-work-use-performance-reviews-1e8975df?mod=hp_lead_pos7 For those of you too cheap to pay the buck a week: Julie Sweet, the chief executive of consulting giant Accenture ACN 1.83%increase; green up pointing triangle... — read more
worst job market
The economy is worse than it was in 2009, and there are very few jobs available in the market. Yet, the current administration does not send H-1B workers back or prioritize American citizens in hiring decisions. President Obama handled the 2009... — read more
Wells Fargo continues to cut employment as other Iowa companies also report layoffs
Wells Fargo continues to pare workers from its Jordan Creek campus in West Des Moines, announcing 113 layoffs in four separate postings on Iowa’s Worker Adjustment and Notification, or WARN, site since late... — read more
Stop dangling the package out there
I have come to the belief that the packages going forward are going to be significantly smaller if at all. From the grapevine i hear folks just waiting. Tell us we can leave with a half package and watch how many throw in the towel. No mas! No mas!
Wells Fargo CEO expects bank's workforce to shrink further
https://www.reuters.com/business/finance/wells-fargo-ceo-says-bank-not-under-pressure-make-acquisitions-2025-11-05/
Forbes best employers for women
Guess who didn’t make the list? https://www.forbes.com/lists/best-employers-women/
Indian is controlling Wellsfargo
Especially Technology. AI (All Indian) Company.
Layoff in December
rumor has it that Corp Risk will be impacted
From Top Performer to Target: Fired Without Severance After 20 Years
This company has become disgusting — the blatantly corrupt rating systems and hiring/firing practices are not only unethical, they’re borderline illegal. It’s only a matter of time before lawsuits force accountability. The so‑called leadership team... — read more
Mass exodus from tech controls
What is going with this team? So many leaders have departed and they are unable to retain talent. Place is a mess and it’s enough time to leave.
Internal move
Should you tell your manager that you have incoming interview with other team?
St. Louis AMA
Any updates from the Tech AMA in St. Louis on the 6th?
Illegal sick time practices at WF
How does WF get away with these practices of reducing PTO hours for usage of sick time? In NYC, the following law applies: “NYC's sick leave law, the Earned Safe and Sick Time Act (ESSTA), requires employers to provide paid time off for various... — read more