How honest were you? I was extremely blunt. It will be interesting to see if I'm still employed after Thanksgiving.
10/7/5
Anyone know what means in regards to RIF plans?
Can AI handle that new position you are looking to hire
Anyone else privy to the new policy that roles can’t be backfilled or hired until you prove why AI can’t do the role? And then you have to go and justify your position to MAV and ME, for them to approve.
How is TR going to fund their newly announced $1 Billion share repurchase?
Massive layoffs in November to pay for their $1 Billion share repurchase program? Or will it be your raise is so small it won't even get you a hamburger at the local restaurant. Would you like fries with that? News article titled, 'Thomson Reuters... — read more
How rough have your mid years been so far?
Signs of what’s to come in November? Has there really been this big of a push to generate a giant list to cull?
Eagan, Ann Arbor locations
Does anyone know what the future holds for the Eagan and Ann Arbor office locations? Are these locations being deprioritized? Any plans to close either or both?
Recent layoffs
I've heard of people getting laid off recently in Minnesota. Anyone have details on what is happening?
Mid year reviews
Mid year reviews are here and my department has to answer additional questions that seem like we are a) justifying our ability to do our jobs and b) having a contest to see which of us are going above and beyond (aka supplying free labor) our job... — read more
Why Are They So Eager For Us To Use AI Daily ?
Another meeting telling us we must use it at least once a day. Is this some diabolical plan?
Is Eagan, Ann Arbor & Frisco Slowly Moving Overseas?
Everyday I am seeing more new hires in the Philippines & Mexico. MX doesn't get it no matter how hard you train them.
What the he-l happened here?
This place used to have energy, now it feels like a funeral home. When did we all just give up?
Analytics leadership
How come product and marketing analytics teams have the most ineffective leaders who also happen to grow fast- it’s true for product and marketing analytics organizations. VPs, SDs who can’t even write a single line of SQL. What’s the magic? Should I... — read more
LCM post was removed!
Where have the posts about corporates restructure gone? Seems TR don't like criticism about LCM on here.
TR Data Analyst Layoffs?
I was offered employment for a data analyst role based in the Ann Arbor office. I have seen a lot of yearly layoff talk. I anticipate this role would be extremely susceptible to that same fate? The role would focus on customers in the government... — read more
The Disheartening Reality of Annual Reviews
No matter how hard you push yourself, or how much you exceed goals, it's always the same: "Achieved." Winning awards, earning accolades, bringing in significant revenue through new sales, or cutting costs—none of it seems to matter. It all feels... — read more
What Is Getting Outsourced to Poland?
Seeing a lot of new Polish names in my SalesForce cases. New collection center in Poland?
Work culture in Toronto office
I'm also looking to apply. I saw the other post about layoffs. Despite that risk, what is the working culture like in the Toronto office? I'm from a Canadian bank and am looking at project manager/scrum roles in tech. I'm interested to hear if... — read more
Anyone in Corporates getting their commission stolen from them?
I am getting commission held back despite legally proving it’s owed to me. Anyone else having issues with the finance department?
Layoffs in Toronto office?
I'm considering applying for a tech/operations job at TR in Toronto. Have there been layoffs in the past year, and were they significant? What's the outlook for 2025?
Everybody should start quiet quitting
That’s about all TR deserves from us at this point. In fact, I’ve decided it’s my New Year’s resolution. From now on, I’m going to make sure I do just the bare minimum. It won’t be easy - many of us have been conditioned to believe we owe this... — read more
End of the year
How do you feel about year end review, same as every year mission impossible for exceeded? I bet managers will get promoted without you knowing what they achieved, or no wait they will get promoted because of your achievements as every year...
Ask Me Anything with LCM
Did anyone actually get anything useful from today's meeting?
OHI Survey Results: Spin?
Email seems like everything is great despite some blinking red lights on a few things.
Thomson Reuters Layoffs 2025
Is this going to be an interesting year as it relates to Thomson Reuters layoffs? Any chatter, news or rumors?
Seriously, what is going on with Corporates?
Any updates?
Beware the ides of November
Rumor has it something special is planned by our overlords as the chase the AI genie and move to final phase of their transformation. Mid-November. Tech will be hit hard, but I'm hearing this may go wider. Mostly high cost centers. MSP in the... — read more
CLEAR business being sold?
Is it true that the CLEAR business is being sold?
Mandate for Return to Office
Are they completely out of touch? Everyone is saying that the return to office mandate has had a negative impact, and they are responding in the “Ask Me Anything” meeting that the return to work has been positive. Are you kidding me???? They are... — read more
How do you think the new FCC ruling for easy unsubscribing will impact TR?
With the new ruling just issued I am really curious how you all think it will impact the various business units and the company overall once it’s activated. I suspect churn and retention will go up as it should be become easier to cancel. No... — read more
Corporates changing?
Is corporates changing organizational structure in 2025?
Nobody wants to be here
It feels like the only people left here are those who have not yet managed to find a new job. Those lucky enough to get offers from other companies are long gone.
FindLaw announcement?
Anyone have any idea about the FindLaw announcement coming tomorrow?
WFH - Hybrid - Get Ready
Word on the street is that communications have gone out to mgmt about reinforcing in office days for hybrid employees. A company wide email is expected to go out this week. They are going to start giving reports to managers about in office attendance... — read more
AMA
What did y’all think of the ama?
Layoffs have started
Product Engineering was hit today. Good luck out there.
Project Phoenix
Is this the new "finance project " that'll lay us off this Fall?
“Don’t worry about Varicent”
Is it right for a manager to tell his team to not worry about checking your compensation through varicent since “it’s not worth your time” ? Isn’t it the Responsibility of the company to ensure you get paid comp correctly??
Wow, is Hasker in a terrible predicament with Corporate Leadership
Looks like he went against his best judgement and brought in an unqualified leader last year. Multiple jobs over the years, terrible speaking skills, and a lack of understanding how the business works. Not only is there a lack of confidence in her... — read more