We know from experience that most (not all, mind you) layoffs take place or at least start on Tuesdays. I finally found a decent explanation on why that's the case, and I thought other folks might be interested as well... — read more
L&D - You Aren’t Worthy
So. The dept wide meeting today where the 80% of us who lost our jobs were told we just aren’t smart or good enough for the future of the company, just wondered what everyone else’s thoughts were as we were pretty much told we are worthless... How... — read more
Bank Structure Study/Directors meeting
I just heard the Bank directors meeting with the new executive team set for last night (04/05) was cancelled and potentially rescheduled for Monday, 04/09. Anyone have any info on why it was delayed? Or any new juicy rumors on the bank structure... — read more
Relocatation....let’s move a section manager to a hub so he can work at home then move him again to winter haven,
Way to spend policyholder dollars, maybe we should leak this to the public how much relocation dollars we spend unnecessarily. Why not keep him in A HUB and not incur cost. Once in winter haven he will not be in the office anyhow. This is why less... — read more
Claims
So a posting came out for 214 para professional jobs in claims. Are these the WA jobs?
Teleworkers
Has anyone heard if any teleworker roles are safe? I’m referring to individuals who work virtually out of their homes for Corporate roles.
Anybody surprised by this?
http://www.paintandpanel.com.au/news/news/state-farm-wants-federal-court-dismissal-for-lawsuit
St. Louis Missouri- Corporate Woods Location
Anyone know anything about layoffs in St. Louis? Apparently there was a Structural Study that started sometime last July. The announcement of those results to keep this location open or shut down the Earth City/St. Louis location at Corporate Woods... — read more
Sequence of events
Outsider wondering about State Farm. Early March we got announcements that ~900 employees were being let go. Then on Friday March 30th we were notified people were walked out. Did they notify those affected in early March and allow them to work... — read more
What's going on at State Farm?
Can somebody here please give me a succinct explanation of what's happening at State Farm right now? All I know is my mom is completely stressed out all the time, but she keeps claiming nothing is wrong at work. I've been through posts here, but they... — read more
Over staffed employees
Does anyone know how many folks are currently in the over staffed roles in Bloomington...IT Analyst -Solutions, IT Analyst - Department Operations, etc.? I believe 890 people will lose their jobs in Bloomington, but it would be interesting to learn... — read more
Hunger Games starting in BLM for Professional Technical?
Well today was interesting. 177 JOPs came out for all the Scrummaster roles in ET. To hell with maintaining stability and keeping existing scrum master assignments in place??? Wonder how many of the 3,890 prof/tech in BLM affected by the IT... — read more
Newly released information
So this week, there has been yet another huge bombshell that was well- hidden from the employee base for some time. I can’t believe that we’re having to learn this news third hand from people who aren’t even associated with The Farm. Was at the local... — read more
There IS life after State Farm
I can sleep at night again. I wake up happy and energized. I look forward to my day. I spend time with my friends and family. I am no longer criticized, micromanaged and put down. Finally, I am LIVING again. I forgot what it felt like to feed good... — read more
On State Farm Career Website..
"Our employees have always made us who we are, and they're at the center of what sets us apart. State Farm promotes a culture that helps employees evolve personally and professionally. We look for people who have innovative minds and caring hearts... — read more
Here to help whose life go right?
Certainly not its employees. I don't understand how a company of this size, history and national presence can make thousands of employees be on edge day after day, night after night worrying about their job and future. It is not right. The absolute... — read more
EEOC - Speak Out
EEOC claim mailed in re age discrimination, retaliation, hostile work environment, etc. I decided to speak up about unethical and probably illegal treatment I experienced. Encouraging all experiencing discrimination to file EEOC claim. You can set up... — read more
Lets hire New People off the street
Hire new people off the street and pay them the same as people with 5-10+ years with the company. Very dumb logic. WOW, wonder why we are losing policies, Tipsord? Keep employees that are beneficial and know how to handle claims, ones that come to... — read more
Can anyone make a valid argument as to why you should stay post-reorg?
Please, serious posts only. I have been through 6 of these things and had always been able to find a reasonable excuse to stay. In the past, Fire Proximity decisions at least gave the illusion that job performance played a role in the decision making... — read more
Can I freeze my 401k?
I have been with the Farm 25+ years and am now age 52. If I get shoved out the door prior to age 55 I lose my subsidized health insurance. What are my options with my vested 401k?
Shouldn’t the managers with no direct reports be the first ones to go?
Asking for a few thousand friends.
How do I prepare?
I am already stockpiling PTO, paying off debts from smallest balance to largest, updated my resume, and trying to save up a few weeks worth of cash. What have I missed?
Whose decision is it?
Do we know who makes the decision on who gets laid off? Do managers submit names of lower performers or is it strictly based on how high somebody's pay is? I think that the second system is extremely stupid and shortsighted, but from what I've been... — read more
3/30/2018
A lot of wonderful people walking out the doors for the last time today. So very sad to see such talent go. State Farm does not value it's employees like it did in the past. The times they are a changing....best of luck to all who walk out today for... — read more
Bonus
Ummm where is update information on our results for EIP.
Help support a family about to be without their income
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State Farm is the Federal government equivalent in the private sector
All employees are subject to daily, even hourly, mundane and wasteful meetings, conference calls, one-on-ones, side-by-sides, huddles, EOM's - you name it. I've never seen more layers of red tape and pointless human actions than at State Farm. The... — read more
Transition Plan Approved: What a shock!
Call today was to inform those affected they are now impacted as the transition plan has been approved (surprise... not).
Tipsord out?
Where are the all the people that "knew" for a fact that Tipsord is on his way out? Come on speak up, what's going on? You are so "in the know", don't leave the rest of us in the dark. Or maybe STFU about things you don't really know, just like the... — read more
Some layoffs info
Some info in this article, I hope it was not posted before. Meanwhile, the company has provided few details about another in a series of restructuring plans resulting in the reshuffling of employees and some layoffs... — read more
Severance and retirement
If you are laid off, who determines if you get severance and do you keep your retirement?
All major lines losing business
How is it possible all major lines within the company are losing business and severely under plan. Km referring to the report that came out Tuesday. When is this great turn around going to happen. I'm tired of hearing about scandals, I'd rather have... — read more
civility
CIVILITY IS KEY TO PROGRESS.
Tipsord Rocks
Tipsord is keeping the promise. Plan is in full effect....
Next layoffs
When are next layoffs expected.
meeting
What time are the union meetings?
Genius Plan
For the benefit of those who have not been thru a downsizing at SF. In past when layoffs were looming, SF would use managers near retirement age to be the bad cops if you will to implement whatever layoffs needed to be administered. After completion... — read more
Beginning of the end?
Anyone know if Ed is still on the board?
Tipsturd Fired For Reals
Anyone else hear anything about Tipsturd being fired? It it true or rumor? Heard if he isn't fired there is going to be a mass protest...everyone walking off the floor at 1pm tomorrow...Heard managers were refusing to continue gestapo like tactics... — read more