#employeerelations

BNY has perfected a new corporate art form: mid level managers who treat LinkedIn like an audition stage and themselves like a microphone.

Every leadership post, every transformation slogan, every intern’s “growth moment” gets amplified instantly — not because it means anything, but because it might be noticed by someone above them.

It’s all about personal branding and no backbone.

On this forum, employees describe a culture where honesty is a liability and silence is survival. Yet on LinkedIn, these same managers gush about leadership, culture, and “the journey,” as if repeating the script might magically make it true.

PLEASE STOP! These are not emerging leaders. They offer no insight, no action, no original thought — just a chorus of upward aimed applause designed to look like emerging leadership.

Come on. You know exactly who I’m talking about – the typical brown nosers and chapped lips sympathizers always rushing to amplify every leadership quote, transformation slogan, or intern level “growth moment.” Call it “personal branding by echo chamber.”

The reality is that the louder the amplifiers cheer online, the quieter they are when it matters — especially in rooms where truth would actually help people. It’s not leadership. It’s survival theater.

Everywhere you look there’s a constant stream of BNY human amplifiers performing relentless positivity, endorsing perspectives they never practice and celebrating changes they privately fear.

I wonder why this has become the fabric of our current culture. Perhaps because at BNY, the safest leadership move isn’t speaking up. It’s saying nothing original and applauding everything.

Echoing power is the only growth strategy that actually works. And as far as the backbone part — Authenticity isn’t rewarded. Agreement is.

Since RTO has now been in effect for over six months, it feels like that has been long enough for a second round of hand slaps for people who are not adhering like what happened earlier in spring. Have any managers had employees flagged for not coming in enough? Just curious what the current tolerance level is.

(And, just to put it out there, if anyone is ready to pipe up that I, or others, don’t want to work, like the majority of forks opposed to RTO, I am much more productive at home and we’ll never see the value of commuting to sit on zoom calls all day with 95% of my colleagues who are still remote. So please just save your feeble little fingers the effort of typing out a response and scroll on by. K, thx!)

"Anthropic is hiring an “Insider Risk Investigator” to investigate employees, conduct sensitive interviews, analyze internal logs, and look for insider threats." the CEO is worried the younger generation works for money instead of the company’s ‘mission.’ He’s right I always use ExxonMobil’s corporate buzzwords and statements to pay bills. The mission is for employees; the paycheck is for executives.

This isn’t a layoff post, but it’s a precursor. Word is finally leaking out that Senior Managers are getting individual reports on employees… how active they are, and they’re also able to select platforms by seal ID how much time every employee is spending in each program. What they promised wouldn’t happen is here. Word is leaking out all over corporate sectors and mid managers are warning ppl.

Departure posts on LinkedIn are again on rise? Is it because of PIPs, people retiring or leaving in droves? Whats going on? All the departees seem to be saying how good of an experience they have had but yet leaving?

Are your regions threatening write-ups if you don’t make your flu goals? I am hearing rumblings in mine …. Whatever I can go be a Pharmacist elsewhere - Good Luck Su-kamore.

Now that the VSP program has finalized we know the company will be moving forward with involuntary layoffs. Does Centene still have to submit a WARN notice? I did some research and the VSP does not fall under a WARN notice so if Centene decides to lay off more people they have to submit one. My question is, is the WARN notice only for a significant cut in workforce or even if they have a small number of layoffs to do.
I didn’t take the VSP and I’m ok with that but I’m honestly annoyed with not knowing if I’m going to have a job in 60 days or not. The games are getting old.

Level 50, my stock grants are down from 65k last year to 55k this year. How much have you got? Please also mention your level.

Following significant layoffs at ZeniMax, the director of Elder Scrolls Online has issued a statement to address player concerns. He emphasized that the game is "here to stay" and that the development team remains dedicated to its future growth. While assuring the game's longevity, the director acknowledged that content releases will now prioritize quality over strict deadlines. Some planned 2026 content, including a new trial and combat refresh, has been rescheduled for 2027. The studio is also fostering closer collaboration with Bethesda Game Studios to enhance development efforts.

Baltimore, Maryland

https://www.videogameschronicle.com/news/eso-is-here-to-stay-elder-scrolls-online-studio-is-working-closer-with-bethesda-to-build-the-future-following-layoffs/

Two hundred and five former El Paso Independent School District employees are grappling with their futures following recent job reductions. Many of these individuals are educators and support staff who are now seeking new opportunities. The district has provided data indicating some former employees have returned to EPISD in different roles. This transition period presents significant challenges for those affected by the layoffs. The start of the new school year brings uncertainty for these individuals.

El Paso, Texas

https://www.elpasotimes.com/story/news/education/episd/2026/07/30/episd-layoffs-take-emotional-toll-on-staff-students/90932010007/

Any word on what the severance package will look like for the upcoming RIF in MS? A month to go and we havent seen anything.

That seems to be the modus operandi with Dell now. Show up Friday morning only to be told that today is your last with the company after decades employed with the company.

Why can't they let long term employees know they'll be laid off ? Especially employees at or near retirement age. So I treat every Friday as if it's my last. But it sure is tempting to simply leave now.

The only reason for my staying is for the cheaper cost of health insurance, which I'm still carrying our older kids on, and a better retirement lifestyle. But yeah, I treat every Friday expecting it to be my last.

More mass layoffs NOT coming within the next year, this wasn’t the start of monthly rounds thankfully, though I wouldn’t be surprised if a couple roles across departments are eliminated, but that’s common occurrence nowadays. This was confirmed directly from leadership in my orgs townhall.

Is there a video or something to confirm this?

What on earth is going on with this new thought that everyone has to now partner with everyone else, partner with colleagues, their own team members, partner across teams, own areas and partner with similar areas across multiple teams and think about partnering with a view across teams we don’t usually work directly with across Cisco . It was hard enough having a few focus areas but this sounds like a a complete nightmare to manage and I fear it’s going to be hard on already strapped employees after all the recent. LRs!

Anyone noticed posts on LinkedIn from Oracle employees saying they are getting retired? Saw at least 4 of them. Recent example one older guy saying he wanted to stay until retirement but they made him an offer he couldn’t refuse. What happened there, anyone knows?

So to stop people who leave AEP transmission because of the poor executive leadership over them, they are now going to break the relationships we’ve built with our partners and have another company control our OECs so we can’t build relationships. They are so blind. You treat your people with respect then you won’t have them leaving. Pure and simple. Kamran and Manish have NO respect or repore with their people. Sad.

Why are so many western companies being criticised by people trying to drag down morale? The ones posting hate at Dell: are they ex employees? Or paid to post and destabilise?
I don’t trust this forum anymore. There are real and genuine worries working for Dell and genuine layoff fears are now drowned out by people posting cr-p 3 times a day or more. Fear, lies and deceit. Beware of what you read here.

They stage the whole cycle so they can manufacture nonsense feedback. The entire year I kept asking my manager for a real project because I was under‑utilized and stuck doing basic data analysis. I even reached out to others for work, but he blocked everything and insisted that all assignments had to come “directly from him.” Then in the PA meeting he claimed I “didn’t build credibility.” How exactly was I supposed to do that when he deliberately prevented me from taking on meaningful work?

As in, those who do not get WFRed and freed from this shithole, what fresh he-l awaits us next week?

Any word if there will be a 2nd round sent out for voluntary leave? I am SO regretting not accepting that offer!

Employees deserved better. Shareholders will be next to take the brunt. Dell is dying

Can someone please tell me if we didn't receive VSP offer, what does it mean? Wasn't targets met? Didn't 1200 employees already leave Centene.

I didn't receive 08/12 meeting invite. What does that mean for the SC team?

Every year the "top" contributors get to go (with a plus one) to the Diamond Club event. Waste of $$$$. Always, a 5 star place. Top entertainment. Stop the Waste. They have to have 1 person from each group nominated.

Does anyone know what the process is or have any information from their PL or HR on if folks will be allowed to move up their VSP date? A potential future employer is waiting on a date from me but my VSP date is later than expected. Appreciate any help or guidance here, thank you!

There is a new explanation on the staggered dates and why it was done. Doesn’t say anything about appealing the date. Also a question about last day work and separation date.

Got my previously unscheduled 1:1 meeting invite for Monday today. This is going to be a big one.
I couldn’t care less about Dell so I’ll certainly share exactly what I’m told. I’m in the US.

Former employees of The Howard Stern Show are negotiating for improved severance packages following recent layoffs. Many found the initial offer of one week's pay per year of service to be insufficient. Some staff members have refused to sign non-disclosure agreements as they push for more favorable exit terms. While some have reached satisfactory agreements, others are still in discussions with SiriusXM. The layoffs follow a reduction in the show's live broadcast schedule.

New York, NY

https://www.the-sun.com/entertainment/16771714/howard-stern-fired-staffers-fight-severance-pay/

What is going on in Warsaw. I see lots of people sending goodbye notices today. Which departments were hit and how bad is it?

Centene projects substantial severance costs for the current year, potentially reaching $415 million. This figure includes anticipated spending in the latter half of the year for enterprise optimization efforts. The company has already incurred $50 million in expenses related to a voluntary separation program. Centene currently employs 59,800 individuals. The insurer reported strong net income and revenue for the second quarter.

https://www.benefitspro.com/2026/07/29/centene-projects-up-to-415m-in-severance-costs-this-year/

Workers at the General Motors Fairfax Assembly and Stamping Plant are anticipating the end of nearly two years of layoffs. The plant has been operating on a single shift since September 2025, impacting approximately 750 employees. A shift in focus from electric vehicles to internal combustion engine vehicles, particularly the Equinox, is driving this change. Retooling is scheduled to begin in early 2027, with the second shift expected to resume by mid-2027. This transition is projected to bring the plant back to full employment and boost the local economy.

Kansas City, Kansas

https://www.kshb.com/news/local-news/kansas/wyandotte-county/gm-fairfax-plant-workers-see-light-at-end-of-tunnel-after-nearly-2-years-of-layoffs

Many biopharmaceutical companies are mishandling workforce reductions in 2026, leading to negative employee experiences. Stories shared with BioSpace reveal instances of impersonal Zoom calls, awkward airport meetings, and layoffs during maternity leave. Some companies also failed to be transparent about outsourcing roles to contract research organizations. The article emphasizes that the manner in which layoffs are communicated significantly impacts employee perception.

https://www.biospace.com/job-trends/not-so-special-delivery-when-biopharmas-fumble-layoff-news

HR isn't here for us. They're here to protect the company from us.

So many folks at Nike don't complain, don't cause trouble, just do their work consistently and on time, and they get rewarded by being buried in even more work. Management sees your quiet competence as capacity for more. I speak from experience. Since I started complaining and saying no to more work, my life has improved significantly.

How many got impacted today? What is severance? Feeling really stressed out.

My manager finally allowed me to talk to HR about a salary increase seeing as I had taken on a lot more responsibility and staff under me.
HR has told me I can have a 7% salary bump but my bonus will be cut by 5%
I’ve not had an increase in 2 years but I’m in two minds. The monthly increase is ok, not good but the bonus cut is terrible. But the way the company was a going will we even get another bonus with the debt they are going to have to pay off.

It pretty much feels they are telling me they either accept it or stay on where I am. FYI I’m not on contract

Has anyone else been thru this process lately?
I’m confused.

I'm glad I could clear that up for everybody.

Laid off last year found a new job but didn’t update LinkedIn for about 90 days. Updated it this week and today get a message ( solicitation) congratulations on your new job ( listing company by name) and asking me to talk to WF about rolling over my 401k. The ba--s!! You treat people like cr-p, have rolling lay offs for years , no empathy for the impact on people and then turn around and solicit me. Actually WTF. I realize it is not the fault of the individual advisor but who came up with this idea. Let’s solicit people who gave decades to this company and we treated them like trash. Yes, maybe they will keep their 401k rollover with us so we can continue to profit off them. The company no longer has a moral center. Anyone else have this happen? Also if you didn’t want me around anymore - why are you looking at my LinkedIn. Creepy

People leaders were just notified at 12:15 on 7/30/26 via email of employees that were approved for VSP.

Recent Town Hall someone asked about more layoffs and the answer was clear - Enbridge isn’t doing any more mass layoffs. So they told us what we want to hear but they are just playing games. They are doing micro layoffs instead and just keeping quiet about it.