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According to HR sources, we expect another wave coming week in Europe. I don't have details on countries.

Just want to see what the guideliness are rules are. I am not asking for this to be leaked but if you can point me where to look at internally I'll find it myself. I dont want to ask HR or my mgr.

If you value any anonymity, you should not be browsing or posting here from your work computer.

HR and security teams are monitoring Slack, scanning channels and messages for content related to layoffs, and forcing people to delete messages that they deem unacceptable, citing vague security reasons (there is already one thread where messages were forced to be edited/removed). The same is being done for emails.

It is almost certain a new wave of layoffs coming. Put all you got here on this thread. HR, EVPs, SVPs, VPs busy…

Why would this be happening especially with HR?

I work in HR, and I can say with 99.9% confidence that the New York and Los Angeles layoffs are scheduled for Wednesday, October 29, 2025.

Before you read the following, know that yes, it's that bad! - Most line managers still have no idea what’s coming. Only a few will find out what’s happening on Friday afternoon or early next week. Yes, even some SVPs and EVPs have been kept completely in the dark about what’s happening to their own teams. This might be because they are also being laid off and haven’t been told yet, or due to concerns about leaks. It also shows that they hasn’t had much control over the process this time. The new Skydance leadership seems to dislike how, in previous rounds at paramount, some staff had early knowledge of what was coming, so this time they’re keeping everything very close to their chests. - Yes, there is still very much a use and them.

I know for certain that I’m being laid off. I found out by accident when I was mistakenly sent a spreadsheet listing my name. (I felt humiliated) Later, my manager confirmed it was accurate and told me I wasn’t supposed to have seen it. I was officially meant to be notified next Wednesday.

However, I’m not surprised to be included since most of the teams I support are also being cut.

Important: From what I know based on previous layoffs, there’s no real negotiation. Yes, you can try to push back or ask for more, but you probably won’t get anything extra, which honestly su-ks. All communication will eventually funnel through a general HR mailbox, and the replies will be completely generic.

If you think about holding out or trying to push for a better deal, don't bother. They won’t bend, and if you try, they simply won’t pay you. The company plans to go in hard on HR compliance and will not move on severance, timing, or terms. Why drag it out when the result is already decided?

This round of layoffs combines the old Paramount process with the new Paramount Skydance approach. The compensation structure hasn’t changed, but leadership is working extremely hard to keep everything under wraps until the official announcement. They want to show in the next earnings report that they saved far more money than expected.

I love this company, but I’m starting to lose faith in the new management. Don’t blame your team or department lead for what’s happening. Seriously! They’ve been kept in the dark just like everyone else.

They just fixed the "bug"—everyone now reports up to DE - through him DP P, JE, and JS alll who work in Human Resources.

I heard from a reliable source that a well known VP was complaining that too many employees were passing pip. His orders were to make it harder to pass so more employees would leave. My pip plan is very complicated. I completed all my task projects and they keep adding more to it. I protested but they said the pip plan could change depending on performance needs. I contacted HR and got no help at all. I was told the supervisors and managers were in charge. It feels impossible to satisfy the requirements of this pip. Oh well I guess I will retire. I will tell off that smug d-mb a ss supervisor and useless manager when I leave.

For whatever reason I think they are tracking us? What does this forum think?

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They can see your email address in the metadata. Saw the manager's version of the job aid. Probably not a huge shocker.

Why do they post positions internally and also on their public job openings page of their website, yet when you apply, you ultimately get an email response that says "We're sorry but the position you have applied for no longer exists". This message comes anywhere from the next day to a couple of weeks later, yet the position is STILL posted and able to be applied for on their public job postings page of their website. Why the lie???

Obviously if you got this "error" email, you are on the layoff list.
If you got the email before 8am CST then get your resume polished. If you got it after, then you are probably ok. They sent some extra ones out to throw us off the scent. HR is putting all their braincells together to cover this up.
It went to your personal email.

HP San Diego Closure, the end of an era (the era when HP put employees above stock price).

https://www.linkedin.com/posts/jaymelubben_it-was-bittersweet-to-attend-the-hp-san-diego-activity-7367689036586549249-2l9r/

"The handling of the closure of HP’s San Diego office has been a mess. Some people have received move or exit packages and know their last day and others have received nothing. We are being told that it is with HR and only they know. The site is closing on Oct 31 so the final date is known but nothing else is. Anyone else seeing this? This is really disappointing how badly this is being handled."

https://www.glassdoor.com/Community/job-hunting-in-tech/the-handling-of-the-closure-of-hps-san-diego-office-has-been-a-mess-some-people-have-received-move-or-exit-packages-and-know

All our HR data is handle by AWS ....really?
Try to contact a human that works in AT&T HR you will never find ....anyone.
They subcontract all to apps or other companies.
We own nothing. Not even a server with our own data.
Good Idea, good implementation from our Bachelor in Arts Jeremy.
Let's hold all data for our network in Amazon Prime.

Was informed by manager we need to adjust our in office days when there is a bank holiday or we use pto to still be in office 3 days. Asked HR via chat and was informed this is correct and there is a new article that can be found through the myhr web page. "Workforce strategy guide". Looking through the faq there is a clear question regarding making up holidays/pto and the answer is a clear no you do not have to make up time spent on vacation or out of office for bank holidays. When hr is giving mixed answers what the cr-p are we suppose to do? I want to follow the rules but not be je-ked around by management.

HR buried a story that starting in January 2026 teammates are expected to be in the office five days a week. Not surprising that HR buried that article and gave no warning to people managers.

He is fairly new (no more than 4 months at his position) and instead of coaching his employees, he often criticizes their intelligence. It can be humiliating at times for my coworkers. Should I report it to HR or speak to my supervisor directly? I don't want stir up trouble and I don't want there to be backlash on my end.

If you needed reminding that HR / Allegations department / Ethicsline / Loudspeaker isn’t for employees this is it. They are closing out all cases about RTO with either no response besides “we have closed this case” or this canned response:

“We have reviewed your concern and wanted to provide additional information.
Our success depends on Wells Fargo being collaborative and innovative. We all benefit from seeing our colleagues on a regular basis. When we're together, it's easier to build relationships, get in-the-moment coaching identity career opportunities, and brainstorm ideas.
With this in mind, our approach emphasizes spending the majority of our time together in the office and also provides flexible work options based on what makes sense for different roles. The expectation to work full workdays is not new, and reinforcement of full workday expectations does not change our continued commitment to providing flexibility as situations arise. Employees should discuss with their manager when additional flexibility may be needed.
The case will be closed at this time. If you have additional concerns, please discuss with your manager.”

The next position to go will be people leads.

Not asking for a rumor, or a guess, or a speculation. Can anyone in HR or anyone in a related part of the company that manages things like slack, or anyone who 'recently had dinner' with either of those people can confirm whether this is a bug or not?

We all know that layoffs are coming basically a week from now. Can anyone confirm or deny what's happening? So far the only 'official' word has been in the #slack-tips channel where they called it a bug that they're working on, but I am inclined to call bullsh-t. Murray and Success factor have been unaffected, though.

Decades ago HR liaisons were very accessible. These days, HR always directs us back to our business lines. I’ve discovered that our business lines can be secretive and coy when inquiring about company policies. Never in my lifetime, here at this company, did I ever think I would be having to deal with lawyers and the EEOC just to determine my status with the company, policies, and procedures.
I highly suggest everyone on this message board simply go and send your inquiries to the EEOC and talk to lawyers about how to navigate these uncertainties in the company.
There are people who specialize in assisting employees of this company navigate their employment rights.
I’ve always wanted to be an exceptional employee. I just don’t have the time or the patience to navigate company policies and do my job at the same time.
I wish you all the best. I’m trying to determine the best route to take. Hoping I can sign my severance paperwork, soon. Though, somewhere in the back of my mind, I think I’ll be terminated with cause. No way in h*ll am I going to resign and have to give 60 days notice.
I’ll just keep collecting paychecks until they literally show me the door.
Good luck, all.

With the number of layoffs since 2022, does anyone know how or who selects the people or areas that get hit?

Is it HR?

Earlier this year when a girl on my team was notified, our ED said she didn’t know until that morning and my director said he found out just 30 minutes prior to telling us.

I heard today from a HR source but wanted to ask here if true that management is now rethinking the 8 hr period. Can anybody confirm on this chatter? No trolls pl

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Please be nice to the person you are working with! We want to help you! We have been given a directive that we are expected to follow. We are doing our best but volumes are high due to the new 8 hour requirement. Thank you.

Has anyone been able to get unemployment benefits when voluntarily quitting? Is this an option. Asked ChatGPT but it answers differently every time I ask it.

Do they only confirm dates of employment and titles/salaries or has anyone known of an instance where they shared more (like reason for termination)? Thanks!

Anyone with experience relating to this? Who makes the final call? Who puts the names on the list?

WILL BE DONE BY AUTOMATED EMAIL
Not Tuesday 28!
MOST line managers don't know the details yet!
Info from HR friend.
Clearly a change from the previous company process.

does anyone have any details about the so called "co-sourcing" venture HPE is planning with Deloitte in Romania? All I'm thinking it's a masked lay-off. HR announced Global Finance and Accounting Organization will move to Deloitte as part of a co-sourcing venture between the two companies. Considering if you get an offer to move you'd have to resign from HPE and then start on a probationary period with Deloitte, why does this seem like the perfect scheme to avoid paying compensations for layoffs?

Who's expecting Mike to announce the new CEO's name today at the Fire Side chat?

In August this year, I declined the substantial position change to relocate to a core location. It’s now the middle of October and I have yet to receive the severance package paperwork to sign. Any idea why such a long delay? Thanks.

Soon PXT will get their permanent RTO! AI automated HR.

HR stated going forward there will no new US hires.
Manilla or India are the only choices.

I keep hearing that terms I reno became permanent. Also heard throughout california. How can I become permanent? How does that work? My local said unlikely but I can confirm Rwno nevada did it a few months ago. What's the workaround? If they allowed it it should be the norm now.

I was laid off on March 5th of this year. At the skip-level meeting, my Director and HR said I could apply for any position within six months. Once I hit the six-month mark, I applied for three jobs and was rejected for all of them. Is it possible that HR lied, even though the layoff document clearly states I can reapply to any position after six months? I am afraid that my manager blocked me from getting rehired. How can I find out? Because if she did, I want to sue. I can not trust that woman, she smiles in your face and stabs you in the back.

There’s lots of Exec HR managers leaving EM. Guess they were part of this cluster project to destroy morale and chop people and now they are running elsewhere before it implodes. Can’t wait to see how bad this turns out in about 3years time when the s hits the fan. What’s the bets DWW retires before it comes back to bite us

I'm incredibly frustrated. I got the news last Wed, but my "official" last day is the 15th and they said that's when I'll receive the termination letter...Very annoyed because my paycheck this week was half of what it should have been, since I was immediately locked out of the system and couldn't submit a timecard last week. Really frustrating when you have daycare, bills, and life to pay for! Has anyone gone through HR and gotten their time in so pay isn't disrupted? I should be on the books paid for up until 10/15. I'm just loathing having to jump through all the hoops to actually speak to someone in HR...getting a hold of an actual person is such a PITA