It appears Aspen was another great purchase. Losing money so a bunch of people just got let go. I heard 41.

How much is all this video taping costing Follett? Hair and make up are you kidding me.

Find a new job while you still have the old. If you sit back and wait, you'll be blind-sided when more cuts happen.

How is the CTC team (IVB'S dream team) doing? And what's new with CIM (or whatever the hell is called now a days)? And now that the top dog (literally and I'm every sense of the word) LP is gone how is the Academic tools and utilities program dept... — read more 

Are they announcing changes soon.

What's up guys? As I come to work on this Monday and look at the hallow floors and desk... I can't help but wonder is this how the Germans, the Italians and the Japanese felt they know they had lost WWII??? Then I flashback to more happier and... — read more 

Spend 10 minutes reading this article, and commit to start back on Monday with a new attitude. Bitterness won't save you, but having a plan will. Good luck!

Remember extreme programming? Iterations, ballparking, velocity, refactor, release planning. We still use some of those words but the meaning is gone. All that is left is a convoluted mess of chaos. Nobody is listening. Let us go back to something... — read more 

"My definition of success? The more you're actively and practically engaged, the more successful you will be." "My general attitude to life is to enjoy every minute of every day. I never do anything with a feeling of, 'Oh God, I've got to do this... — read more 

"The brands that will thrive in the coming years are the ones that have a purpose beyond profit." "To launch a business means successfully solving problems. Solving problems means listening." "To me, business isn't about wearing suits or pleasing... — read more 

Happy Friday! Saw post on FB reunion at Emmetts in Wheaton tonight for ex Follett peeps. Celebrate.

Turning College Bookstores into a standard Retail model....is like trying to put a square block in a round hole. Yes some philosphies may apply....However, unlike standard retail, we have more than just one customer profile to keep happy. We have to... — read more 

Been a quiet week. Any news?

Why can't today be Friday?

Again, posts and comments are being removed. It's free speech. Truth must hurt.

What are they talking about at it.

Every time I have to do a split tender house charge, I want to blow my brains out. Every time I have to price match I want to grab the customer and tell them to get the f--- out of the store. No, no, it's not their fault. It's the fault of the... — read more 

Does a casual dress code mean a happier staff? I guess that's what the top of the company believes. At least people will be in more comfortable clothing when they are shown the door. Easier to carry your personal belonging in jeans. I've been with... — read more 

No rant here, but for we the happy few(er, and fewer) at F-mart, I give you a glimpse at Amazon's section of this site; https://www.thelayoff.com/amazon-com Most interesting aspect I noticed? Amazon appears to be engaging with the board. Wonder if... — read more 

I heard a rumour that all ADC office employees are moving to Westrbook very soon? Is there space, did we pick up another floor?

Follett escapes a lot of scrutiny by being privately held, but the writing's on the wall. Here are a few quotes from #6 and #3 (where several of our current leaders spent time developing their management tactics). Does anyone believe results won't be... — read more 

is it true some individuals have filed lawsuits against Follett? We're there named individuals or just against the corporation? Anyone hear this rumor? Very curious to this dictum.

Retail is bad all over, read the Sears layoff board, sounds familiar to this one. Both companies solid retail not too long ago tumbling in a downward spiral FAST.

Anything get hit yet?

So how are big shots enjoying their Latte’s in their company operated Starbucks? Maybe they’ll rename it the Thad P Memorial Starbucks. Brilliant! Valuing Each and Every Associate one layoff at a time!