Topics regarding layoffs at Allstate Corp.

Topics regarding layoffs at Allstate Corp.

Internal Equity- Salary Increase

Band C here... I was just informed I qualified for a 2.5% salary increase based on a market, performance and internal equity review. In speaking with my colleagues, It appears only woman of color got the increases and the merit must be IDE... — read more 

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| 2890 views | | 14 replies (last September 14, 2021)
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Research on a new company

Sometimes it may be more important to know what we don't want than what we want. After a few years here, it is now much clearer to me what where I do not want to work. However, how can I fully know that I will not be greeted by the same atmosphere in... — read more 

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| 1780 views | | 3 replies (last September 11, 2021)
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Agent based model is going the way of the dinosaurs

I worked for Allstate for 35 years and held a number of positions both in the field and home office. I retired in November 2020, taking the RIF package. Allstate has always struggled to grow market share organically; rather, they purchase it i.e... — read more 

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| 2420 views | | 10 replies (last September 15, 2021)
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$600 surcharge

While we are at it we also need to see about challenging in the courts the annual blackmail of do biometric screening and tell us your private medical information or else BS. There is a theft of employees that this company has been getting away with... — read more 

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| 2180 views | | 9 replies (last September 18, 2021)
Post ID: @OP+1cLxU9Mn

REINVENTING INSURANCE WAS (AND IS) STILL WRONG

Think Long Term — Jeff Bezos, the Amazon founder and CEO explained the importance of long term thinking nearly two decades ago in his 1997 letter to shareholders. As he said, “We believe that a fundamental measure of our success will be the... — read more 

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| 1380 views | | 2 replies (last September 10, 2021)
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Everyone relax about the vaccine mandate

Regardless of your position either way this mandate is pointless and not worth this site's time. Due to all the federal judges standing in line to rule to halt the mandates and thus not allow companies or the government to enforce them no one will be... — read more 

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| 2510 views | | 24 replies (last September 26, 2021)
Post ID: @OP+1cLfMNkT

The 100+ employee vaccine mandate

You're just going to have to fire me I guess. I am one of your top performing claims adjusters that stepped up much more than most after your incompetent as--s laid off so many but I now work from home bothering no one. but thanks to the potato in... — read more 

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| 3400 views | | 31 replies (last September 14, 2021)
Post ID: @OP+1cLWGEky

Feel ashamed to be a part of this company!

When people ask me where I work, I never say "I work for Allstate” but instead “I work for an insurance company”. Why? Because I have noticed how people react when the name of this company is mentioned to them. Leadership may need to reassess... — read more 

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| 1494 views | | 3 replies (last September 12, 2021)
Post ID: @OP+1cL4XMkq

Wow, the similarities of AS to now-defunct Circuit City

https://www.wsws.org/en/articles/2007/03/circ-m30.html Circuit City fired thousands of employees, opting to cut tenured and longterm workers to avoid paying their higher salaries, and the top execs got their bonuses for all the money they saved the... — read more 

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| 1610 views | | 5 replies (last September 13, 2021)
Post ID: @OP+1cKCZ1tf

More issues with Allstate

https://www.dfwpersonalinjurylawyer.com/blog/allstate-worst-insurance-company-for-consumers-.cfm

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| 1760 views | | 3 replies (last September 9, 2021)
Post ID: @OP+1cKyHHuX

What would you miss the least from Allstate?

The least I will miss: Incompetent leadership Being overwhelmed with work Being underpaid for the amount of work I did Daily astronomical stress and a million more negative things I wonder how is possible that I stayed this... — read more 

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| 1730 views | | 7 replies (last September 9, 2021)
Post ID: @OP+1cHiSdeV

Spyware

Anyone know of tattleware type platforms that Allstate is using to monitor work from home activity? Asking for a friend…

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| 2960 views | | 12 replies (last September 16, 2021)
Post ID: @OP+1cGibBdZ

Freeeeeedommmmmm

I just finished my first week at the same job but with a small insurance company and my god is it so much better. Yes, it's only been a week, but all the training and sit alongs I've been doing I know it will be a better life than the black ho-e that... — read more 

Allstate Global

Allstate will likely be investing in Spanish speaking countries as it continues to look for ways to save a buck on the handling of claims. South America, Mexico, are hot spots for outsourcing. They will not stop in their quest to outsource as much... — read more 

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| 2310 views | | 4 replies (last September 12, 2021)
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It's sad......

It is sad to work in a company where almost no one has anything nice to say and where everyone is looking to get out as soon as possible and find better opportunities. Recently I spoke to a colleague who is also leaving, we tried to recall any... — read more 

This fits perfectly

A Japanese company and a North American company decided to have a canoe race on the St. Lawrence River. Both teams practiced long and hard to reach their peak performance before the race. On the big day, the Japanese won by a mile. The North... — read more 

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| 1920 views | | 6 replies (last September 7, 2021)
Post ID: @OP+1cD2znjS

Don’t drink the kool-aid

When they tell you you're safe laugh in their faces. They're just trying to make you feel safe so you would continue working like a horse for miserable pay and benefits while making them look good. As soon as they can find somebody willing to do the... — read more 

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| 1240 views | | 1 reply (September 2, 2021)
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Avaya

Does anyone else hear their avaya ringing when they’re not even logged into your computer?? I swear i hear it ringing while I’m sleeping..

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| 1710 views | | 7 replies (last September 2, 2021)
Post ID: @OP+1cCSl13B

Unreasonable workload

I visit this forum often and a lot has been written here about unreasonable workloads and high expectations at Allstate. However, no one talked about how they deal with so much work? I mean, the real solution is to find a new job, but in the... — read more 

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| 1870 views | | 6 replies (last September 3, 2021)
Post ID: @OP+1cChnjYr

Don't expect any kind of growth here

If you've accepted a job here hoping to see your career grow then you are in for a major disappointment. You will be hindered in any attempts to move forward unless you know the right people or kiss the right butts. Management is in on it, so you... — read more 

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| 1760 views | | 9 replies (last September 15, 2021)
Post ID: @OP+1cATvNQV

Just started and wow

This place is an absolute train wreck. This has to be the worst run Fortune 500 out there. The training and garbage equipment is laughable. Wish I’d have heard about this site before coming on board.

Refreshing to see

That at present, there is a company wide RIF from anyone above CSL to....who F knows EVP? All I know is Allstate is chock full of useful id--ts who are overpaid and do nothing in middle management. My CSL could report the to VP of my dept and I... — read more 

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| 1710 views | | 2 replies (last August 30, 2021)
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Leaders miserable too

Recently went to a leader retirement party and had an opportunity to see folks that I hadn’t seen since COVID started. Multiple levels of claim leadership, all miserable. They are between a rock and a wall, trying to keep up morale on their teams... — read more 

Documentary

Good news folks! I am currently working with a producer on a documentary about the insurance business and how claims are handled in general. The gist is about the bigger companies in the industry and comparing work conditions, company directives... — read more 

It paid off!

I got a job offer! Of course I accepted right away. It's in a completely different industry and I'm ecstatic that I get to give in my notice on Monday. People keep harping on others here to learn new skills and I know many brush it off but for me it... — read more 

The feeling when another colleague leaves...........

I’m happy for all the people leaving. And I intend to leave very soon. However, in the meantime, when yet another colleague leaves, the feeling is terrible. I really don't intend to do any extra work anymore, and another colleague leaving means just... — read more 

WARNING

If you have the sense to peruse through this site prior to applying at Allstate let this be your warning. Low pay, long hours, and ZERO work/life balance. I can't tell you how miserable our frontline claims folks are and rightly so. They have... — read more 

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| 2060 views | | 9 replies (last September 16, 2021)
Post ID: @OP+1cxr4jng

It gets better

It's been a little over two years since I've been laid off. I remember how miserable I was constantly waiting for the axe to fall. I'll never forget that feeling. That last year at Allstate was probably the worst in my life. I remember almost feeling... — read more 

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| 1435 views | | 1 reply (August 27, 2021)
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They should have named this site the water cooler

Cause there is nothing but unfound rumors and unaccountable whining about how terrible your job is out of this group. I do appreciate the daily reads though, it’s saved me money from buying gossip mags at the grocery store. Can our grunts try and... — read more 

CSL PAY INCREASED

So CSL pay band has increased from low of 79,900 to 90k.... interesting they do that after letting go about 400 CSLs last November. Does this means Adjuster pay bands are increasing as well? How does this affect the MRR? PDS time will be... — read more 

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| 2440 views | | 8 replies (last September 1, 2021)
Post ID: @OP+1cwMN5vs

Tips when leaving for a competitor?

How sensitive is Allstate when employees leave for competitors? I’ve got a chance to move to a competitor, but I’m not sure if that’s the best idea. Some tell me that it could jeopardize my professional reputation, and others that I shouldn't worry... — read more 

Once upon a time, I used to love my job

Sadly, it's been years since I felt anything even close to that. People who have no idea how to run this company have managed to run it into the ground. The only reason I'm still here is that the pay I receive is still decent. That's it. I also don't... — read more 

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