#benefits

When will company match for 2025 be posted in Empower?

Is it a flat amount, or does it depend on years of service and grade level?

I don’t even want to think about what 2026 is going to be like, considering that for the past five years, if not longer, every single year has been worse in some respect than the one before it. More layoffs, fewer benefits, and a culture that keeps deteriorating. Let’s just say I’m not looking forward to finding out what the next year brings.

Regionals should be let go too. What CVS doesn't need is another useless middle management position crabbing about metrics. That's exactly what's wrong with CVS. DL's are bad, regional directors are worse. Stores do not need constant micromanaging. What stores need is support in the form of hours and staffing, and better wages/benefits. Field leadership adds ZERO value to stores when all they do is crab at you because you didn't meet some arbitrary metric of the month. Meanwhile there's only 2 people working and it's crazy busy. Store visits by higher-ups are nothing but dog and pony shows because they don't want to see how things really are. And THAT'S why field leaders need to go.

I have to say I was quite affected by all of the farewell emails that came in today.

I feel bad for the long-term employees who now have to look for a new job and will certainly face ageism.

I feel bad for the impacted who don't live in a major job market. That will be an uphill battle to find a comparable corporate job.

But I feel especially bad for a couple of peers that were with VZ for less than a year. One was a contractor and was very excited to land a VZ full-time offer. His kid had major medical issues, so he was finally happy to have good benefits.

The other was a guy recently divorced supporting 3 kids. He was also a contractor that went perm. Both are in their late 50s so will have a tough time finding new full-time work.

I know this is the downside of choosing corporate life, but it still really stings. And I would be naïve to think that I'll be safe much longer.

My Verizon net credit service is not recognized by Verizon benefits/pension, because I worked in three different parts of the company. I am literally days short of qualifying for my full unreduced pension benefit, even with them not recognizing all my years of service. This is just mind blowing to me having spent the majority of my adult life working for this company. I never would have imagined!

I know this is not the best place to get good feedback, however I am finding it difficult to get "honest" input anywhere. For those that have left, or are still with the company , any recommendations on a company (The Retirement Group, Quotient Wealth, Fidelity, or others) that can help to navigate and manage pension, 401K, etc? I am not savvy in this area and would like some help until I am confident to do it on my own or keep it longer term with support. I think a fiduciary is important. Please just helpful comments and maybe that is asking too much on this site. Thank you.

Y'all. Optum/UHG/UHC whatever you want to
call the entity is a giant joke. Utilize your benefits and get a new job lined up. Do not sacrifice a relationship with your spouse
or children or friends for some weirdos across the country or world behind a computer. I promise the grass is greener.

Ok, let me get this straight, Walgreens wants employees to donate to a fund to help under paid coworkers? Am I understanding this correctly? That can't be what it truly is. No company would expect its employees to make up the pay gap for them not paying their employees a living wage? Am I missing something or is Walgreens really that out of touch???

I detest my job. I work 60-hour weeks without any benefits.

Perhaps if I work harder, they’ll take care of me?

I just checked my bill and noticed that all of my trade in credits have been removed from my account. I’m a laid off employee and was curious if this was normal?

HyVee must be in some financial trouble if they are cutting programs to save money for the company. HyVee is a billion dollar company and they are try to save cost by getting rid of employees benefits. Tell me you are not in financial trouble without tell me you are in financial trouble.

Cobra is expensive but with the subsidies not getting extended, anyone thinking about the optimal decision for health coverage?

1) Feed employees an ultra-high sugar diet and provide them with excess sugar whenever possible. 2) Induce diabetes and force them to take GLP-1 and other obesity medications. 3) Inform employees that insurance rates have increased and their benefits are reduced because they’re using GLPs. 4) Rinse and repeat.

Message to HR from Philippine . We applied the last week of November, and then we were given a start date of December 4th. My colleagues were able to start, while I was put on hold because they said they'd already met their maximum cap for the account that YOU endorsed me for, and I PASSED everything and SUBMITTED all the requirements right away. Then suddenly, you'll email me saying I'll be a buffer for the next wave with a start date of December 12th, even though I'll have to take a new final interview. I passed again, and now I'm just waiting for you to send the NEO info.

And now that everything's set, including my requirements, you're going to email me again saying I'll be a buffer again for the next start date, which is December 19th. And then another new final interview. You guys are useless. Your offer is already lowball, and then you keep pushing back the start date. I just want to continue because, somehow, your benefits are good compared to other companies. You should fix it. Your recruitment and HR employees take about 2 days to reply to a single email. If you don't like your job, don't waste the time of those who are applying because your lazy and stupid

Why the difference in treatment and benefits?

Does anyone know if bonuses still pay out as normal in Feb. if you go on leave before your year end review and don’t return to office until April?

If Robin and his fellow board of ejector directors ruin BNY and run it into the ground, are pensions guaranteed and safe to those who were lucky enough to earn them? What about any medical benefits, 401K or money we paid into? Obviously BNY stock could bottom out but I would think pensions and benefits earned should be safe under the law?

Beginning to think it’s not a question if Robin could do this, but, when?

I saw MM just posted a position for a new corporate pilot salary of 240k to 320k. I was not aware that MM employs 14 pilots and an additional 21 highly paid support staff.
So let’s just say the average employee expense Is 200k a year that is at least 7 million in salaries plus the cost of the multiple aircraft, including insurance, flight fees, fuel, and whatever else is needed, the total expense is probably at least 10 million per year times the last ten years = 75 to 100 million accounting for inflation. Just so the SLT flys luxury and isn’t subjected to joe public ,the people RC always says MM value so much as our customers. All the while the average employee is nickel dimed on raises and benefits. Anyhow just wanted to share. Happy Holidays to all!

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Category Pros Cons
Work-Life Balance Some report flexibility and work-from-home options in certain office roles. Generally poor; long hours (often 60-80 hours/week), inconsistent scheduling, and difficulty taking time off are common complaints, especially for field technicians.
Management & Leadership Highly supportive managers are found in some individual teams; safety is often prioritized in the field. A recurring theme of disorganization, lack of support, poor communication, and high turnover among local management.
Pay & Benefits Good benefits package (healthcare, 401k, PTO) and weekly pay are frequently mentioned as positives. High pay and per diem for traveling roles. Many field roles are "piece work" or commission-based, leading to inconsistent or low pay, especially during slow seasons or with job cancellations.
Career & Growth Opportunities to learn valuable trades and gain hands-on experience. Career growth can be stunted by a lack of clear paths and favoritism; high employee turnover rate is a notable concern.
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Maybe I’m naive, but I joined UHC in the BT era and my first town hall was one where he announced everyone was getting $50 to the UHC store to buy some swag. Then it was the new floating holiday. Just felt like the all employee meetings had energy and excitement and I felt like UHC was a great place to work.

Since BT’s death, it’s felt like a black cloud over the entire org. Like we’re in a free fall. Constant layoffs. Cutting employee benefits. RTO handled so poorly. Never accepting questions at the town halls and all employee meetings.

Was it always such a sh---y place to work, or was last December the catalyst for all this?

Xerox Holdings Corp (NASDAQ:XRX) announced the appointment of Chuck Butler as chief financial officer, effective December 3, 2025. The company disclosed the executive change and related compensation adjustments in a statement filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission.

In connection with his promotion, Butler’s annual base salary will increase from $500,000 to $550,000. His target annual bonus under the company’s Management Incentive Plan will also rise from 80% to 100% of his base salary. Butler will be eligible for a long-term incentive award in the 2026 annual cycle, with a target grant date fair value of $2 million, and may receive additional long-term incentive awards in future years, subject to board approval.

Butler will receive a monthly housing allowance for 12 months, not to exceed $70,000 in total, and will continue to participate in Xerox’s benefit plans, including executive financial planning assistance and other executive benefit programs.

The filing also states that Butler may enter into a change in control severance agreement with Xerox Holdings. If a change in control occurs before December 31, 2026, and Butler’s employment is terminated without cause or he resigns for good reason within 24 months following the change in control, he will be entitled to a lump sum cash payment equal to two times the sum of his annual base salary and target bonus, as well as continued medical, dental, and vision coverage at active employee rates for up to 18 months, subject to certain conditions.

Effective 1/1/2026, UHG/Optum/UHC will reduce the maximum for their 401K match from 4.5% to 3.5%.

In case anyone was wondering if they're trying to get employees to give up and leave.

After 10 years with UHC I finally called it quits over a month ago. It's been the most relieving feeling I have ever felt, seriously no lie! The constant changes, being chastised by a big headed manager who did not take accountability for her own faults, and exceeding expectations on MAP review but never reaping the benefits from it. The job that I am at now I make 1.20 less an hour but still make more, make it make sense...where was all my money going. Also my health insurance is so much cheaper and better, I never understood that? Run don't walk if you can, find something that works better for you and your family and also better for you financially.

Saw the email come through. So our employer match is decreasing. This is ridiculous.

This company is circling the drain. Cutting by 1% the match. Cutting costs everywhere. You just lost whatever raise your were getting. Actually worse with the health insurance rises.

So does Sam's no longer offer monthly discounts with Verizon?

Setting up a new computer today and my access to the severance portal and Verizon benefits connection are no longer working. I haven't logged on in a minute so not sure when this issue started. Anyone else have this problem or know who to contact?

My payout is wrong. The numbers do NOT add up. Called benefits hotline and they couldn't understand where the payout is coming from either. Do not leave anything on the table.

Does anyone know of the SNAP and EBT benefits situation since the Trump Administration has ruined so many things? Some of us and our coworkers may need assistance going forward.

RIF'd after 29 years with company.
I'm retirement eligible, but there are absolutely ZERO retirement BENEFITS!!
Seriously.....extremely high healthcare costs, and a 25% disc on cell service.
That's an insult to any employee that stuck around this sh---y company for so long!!

DO NOT WASTE YOUR CAREER HERE....LEAVE NOW!!!

“Things are great!”
“Intel is winning!”
“No more raises.”
“Nvidia is investing!”
“LBT’s golf buddy is your new boss!”
“Stocks are doing great!”
“You’re never getting those benefits back.”
“Holiday party!”

In the first time in years, HR actually cared about asking our opinion about new employee benefits. Imagine that ! After all the cutting, they finally listened and said: what can we do to help our employees and provide them a more competitive benefit package ? The options which I chose were:

1. Mental Health
2. Legal Assistance (so I can find a lawyer that will help me sue)
3. Pet Insurance from Nationwide
4. Free Massages during Lunch Hour

What say you ?

What am I not seeing?

I can't wait. 2026 is shaping up to be great and prosperous year!

And was about to do 180 on benefits and treatment of their employees.

The most down voted posts here.

Adios.

Friends at Fannie said they got new company holidays - December 24 and 26.