Given today's email, does this mean there's no voluntary severance package coming soon for Phase 2 people? I had heard rumors about mid-April, but I guess that's no longer relevant after today.

It’s not company wide so phase 1 people don’t get it. I’m curious 👀

https://www.businessinsider.com/paramount-skydance-return-to-office-rto-mandate-remote-employees-relocate-2026-3

They should be sent out before EOD today. It's going to be a good news for many.

talking to friends in several departments and noticing a trend of some managers and directors using the current uncertainty and fear and they are taking advantage of having a longer leash than usual. i.e. the difficult ahole you try to avoid has... — read more 

https://deadline.com/2026/03/david-ellison-lawmakers-letter-jobs-paramount-wbd-merger-1236760899/

For at least a couple of years, until everything settles down. There's no doubt about this in my mind. If you like job security, you're out of luck.

Due to the ever-so-relatable surge in global oil prices—and their entirely rational influence on corporate philosophy—Paramount will be transitioning employees and “eligible deputized staffers” to remote work, in a bold effort to conserve fuel and... — read more 

Maybe two at the most. It's losing credibility, which is resulting in shrinking ratings, which leads to layoffs...rinse and repeat until nothing is left but a shell of once respected news organization.

https://variety.com/2026/tv/news/cbs-news-layoffs-6-staff-1236694889/

https://x.com/DiscussingFilm/status/2033668374295716018

Anything confirmed? Rumors are all over the place.

That’s the rumor swirling. Allegedly Wednesday. Does anyone know who exactly will be affected? I remember an article from February saying that 15% of the staff will be cut in the spring so I’m guessing that’s now.

Sitting here drinking coffee, and already dreading tomorrow. Another week of pointless frustration and wondering if this is the week they cut me. I know I need to leave. Just don't know how.

How will this affect the stock price?? https://www.justice.gov/epstein/files/DataSet%2010/EFTA01299522.pdf

They’re saying that they’ll combine the two services. Which one do you think gets merged with other one? I have noticed that P+ Mobile app is better, but HBO Max’s app is better on OTT/TV devices.

https://deadline.com/2026/03/bet-plus-folded-paramount-plus-tyler-perry-1236752222/

I'd be settled somewhere new by now, instead of sitting here praying my number doesn't get called. I don't even recognize this place anymore, and I know it's just going to get worse.

Severance packages out by mid-April July must accept severance or not September 1st is the start date for Phase II people in the office Certain special people will be given the opportunity to stay where they are Certain people will be... — read more 

Despite all the irrational exuberance a couple of weeks ago when Netflix dropped out of the bidding for WBD, Paramount stock hit its lowest point since TWO THOUSAND AND NINE today. Seems the reality check finally reached buyers that a... — read more 

Got let go in October and my severance will run out in a few months - when should I apply for unemployment insurance?

So much hangs in the air. It's all driving me insane.

If anyone here is providing information or screenshots to James Faris at Business Insider, be cautious! I’ve heard from my VP who knows the identity of one of the informants that they’re watching them and waiting for them to slip up again. I'm told... — read more 

Is that now official?

Paramount Global has had its credit rating downgraded to junk status by Fitch Ratings due to concerns about the large amount of debt it will take on after acquiring Warner Bros. Discovery. The planned $110 billion deal would leave the combined... — read more 

Everyone from my group who got laid off has already landed somewhere new. Pretty quick turnaround. Maybe there's hope out there after all.

Checking in on the global RTO rollout: I’d love to hear from colleagues in the UK and EU offices. Has your local leadership confirmed a specific Phase 2 start date yet or are local labor regulations still being navigated? It would be great to compare... — read more 

Does anyone have any genuine insights into whether or not the second round of layoffs will still be happening soon? Or could they be on hold for now until the WB merger is finalised? Doesn’t look like convergence will be ready as planned either.

Can someone explain the new STIP policy? Former employee here looking to collect their bonus.

Predictions for the next few months: Phase 2: oh now we are sure we want to incentivize buyouts (if we were not b4) New hiring to replace opt outs and quitters: they are gonna scrutinize these with eye on filling gaps with wbd employees where they... — read more 

https://nypost.com/2026/03/02/business/hbo-max-paramount-set-to-be-combined-into-one-streaming-service-after-hollywood-merger/ 6 billion in cost cuts

Read here that a tiny group might get to stay remote, at their manager's discretion. Any real criteria behind it, or just who you know?

Am I the only one thinking about this? Is anyone else concerned we have to go into the office every single day… in time square…. After ellisons buddy Trump started a war with Iran….. commute in the busy subways to the office IN TIME SQUARE…. so now... — read more 

That's all I have to say. I'm so dissapointed in this sh---y company.

https://variety.com/2026/biz/news/warner-bros-discovery-paramount-superior-netflix-four-days-1236674011/

VPs and above are not going into the office while others are forced to go in 5x a week. These “leaders” have excuses like they’re at an offsite or their car keeps breaking down. There is even a VP who takes a flight from Florida each week to go into... — read more 

Anything worth sharing here?

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