I’m looking for a new job, I just found out I am pregnant and the upcoming layoffs have me worried now. Ugh
Is this new layoffs or part of the one in October? This is on Newjersey.com
https://www.northjersey.com/story/money/workplace/2023/11/10/charles-schwab-layoffs-coming-to-jersey-city/71528141007/
Own Your Tomorrow
You didn’t own your tomorrow, your tomorrow owned you
Better jobs are out there
Don't stay at Schwab if you're unhappy. I've been looking for a little over a month and I already got two offers. I'm still debating what to do, but I know I'm not staying here much longer. Just having the option to leave has had a positive impact on... — read more
What if We Take a Schwab Role After 1/5?
Do we still get severance if we get a new role at Schwab after 1/5? It is weird that they almost punish you on severance of you go back to the Schwab.
Own(ed) Y̶o̶u̶r̶ Tomorrow
Good luck to anyone who still believes in Charles Schwab. You will be replaced when AI and foreign workers are up to speed.
Orlando Desk Sharing
It’s confirmed there are a few hundred more employees than there are available seats in Orlando, rumor has it they will be implementing desk sharing (gross). Has anyone else heard this rumor? Anyone in leadership here who can confirm?
How about a litigation?
I could probably make peace with the layoffs and move on. However, a part of me is infuriated for the fact that those favored by domain MDs and senior leaders have retained positions (some deserving and many not deserving). These so called false... — read more
There are still a lot of WorthLess Managers and Leads and Devs at Schwab Get Rid of Them God! Please God Please!
No explanation needed Title says it all...
I Resigned
I resigned without notice and so happy I did! It’s all going down hill from here. I didn’t want to be part of the titanic.
Job Market is Tough
I’ve been job hunting for 6 months now. Started as soon as the layoff announcement came out. It’s been insane. I’ve sent out hundreds of applications and gotten literally 4 interviews and then never heard back or was told the roles were cut (for... — read more
RTO
One thing I never heard from leadership was how many hours a day was required for those 3-4 days a week. So go in a couple of hours and work the rest from home. Start your day at home, eat lunch, then go in a few hours and come home before rush hour... — read more
Garfunkel up to old tricks in his town hall
An hour meeting to say nothing at all and got fidgety when asked if anymore layoffs are ahead. "We don't know what the future holds" Perfect example of what's wrong with Schwab leadership. So disconnected from their employees, poor communication... — read more
Is anybody still happy at Schwab?
I've noticed that most of the folks I work with are no longer satisfied with their jobs. It feels like the only thing we talk about lately that is not work-related is how each of our job searches is going. This was never true before. It's depressing... — read more
RTO is happening in Jan. My Manager is a typical Micro Manager. We get 1K in RSU vests in 18 months. I am interviewing for jobs. Good Luck Y'ALL
RTO in Jan I am required to go into the office and join calls on Teams. I am the only one in my team going in. I am working for 2 teams same pay. My Manager cold calls me during the weekends and micro-manages me. She even picked my seat and just sent... — read more
If you are thinking about filing for Texas unemployment in Jan here is a Link with information
You many not be able to claim unemployment with the severance pay. https://www.twc.texas.gov/programs/unemployment-benefits/how-money-other-sources-can-affect-your-benefits
There is life after Schwab, Get on LinkedIn, Indeed and work it!
I'm just trying to provide a little motivation to those affected. I was laid off in October of 2020 during the first round, right after the merger was approved. It took a few months but I eventually landed doing the same work at another firm for 10%... — read more
They know what they’re doing
In my 2019 layoff, I noticed that they laid off a lot of older workers along with some younger workers in entry level jobs that were basically on written warning for d-mb sh-t, like calling in hungover every Monday. They know what they’re doing... — read more
I shouldn't have left my old job to join Schwab
I made a mistake. I know there's no use crying over spilled milk but I can't help but look back and think how much better off I would have been had I not rushed to accept a better paid job. My old company had no layoffs since I came here. The friends... — read more
Severance Agreement- Electronically, Need to Sign Twice
Make sure that if you are going to sign the severance agreement electronically, you select Yes twice in the drop down. The first selection is electronic consent and the second selection of Yes is the actual electronic signature. If you don’t do both... — read more
Sign Your Severance Agreement
To my fellow colleagues who got laid off, I received an email from the separation resource site to sign the severance document. On a quick scan, it basically says you won’t initiate or participate in any legal actions against the company and if you... — read more
Job market is hard.
Better to chill here for sometime. Unlikely to have another layoff. Feeling safe for now.
Forced RTO or Letting It Happen
There is irony in companies forcing their employees back to the office after four years. Anecdotal evidence shows a few friends who had been working from home for years before Covid began growing a bit tired of the WFH life after about three years... — read more
Workday - default password help
Did anyone follow the instructions for logging into Workday and have it work? on hold with MyHr and I'm guessing I will be on for a long time. I hope someone has information that can help.
Don't stop looking for the next job
It'll be so much easier when the next round starts if you already have a few irons in the fire. And we all know that another round is coming.
Numbers keep dropping
I started tracking on 8/2 The difference on 11/3 when Workday caught up was Employees - 2409 Contractors - 1485 Total - 3901 Today 11/6 Employees- 2723 Contractors- 1501 Total - 4231 Total employment on 8/2 was 48181. Thus, there is ~8.8%... — read more
It still doesn't feel like it's over
Especially knowing that, most likely, more will be coming sometime down the road, whether it's in three, six, or twelve months.
Beware Spam Emails claiming to be from Schw
From "LHH" claiming to be "Charles Schwab Benefit: Career Services". It's easy to accidentally open junk while stressed.
Question on severance and new jobs
If you get a job right away, like under the 2 months that you're still technically an employee, will that risk your severance not being paid out? Or your bonuses?
Hard lesson learned - COMPANIES ARE NOT LOYAL
I’m sorry for all the people who were laid off this week. I hope everyone realizes though that IT DOES NOT MATTER if you are loyal to a company. They are NOT loyal to you. I actually like Schwab because they’ve been a lot better to work for than... — read more
Remember Charles Schwab book from the 1990’s?
NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER YOU'RE FIRED-NOW WHAT? INVESTING FOR THE SECOND HALF OF YOUR LIFE CHARLES R. SCHWAB
Don't burn your bridges
I know many are planning to quit soon and to let their managers know exactly why they're leaving. Don't do that. They won't care. You won't achieve anything other than burn a bridge. I know nobody leaves planning to return, but you never know what... — read more
November 2, 2023 RIABiz Article on recent Schwab Layoffs
https://riabiz.com/a/2023/11/3/schwab-2000-layoff-aftershocks-roil-the-industry-as-its-revealed-top-tech-talent-led-by-widely-regarded-veteran-kartik-srinivasan-were-axed-raising-questions-about-future-of-schwab-innovation
Workforce reduction
Seen on LinkedIn: “So many talented colleagues left as part of the workforce reduction“ There is a time for passive language but when a company lays you off it needs to be stated as such.
Using the "A Message From" Template For My Resignation
I'm going to use the "A Message From" email template when I give my two weeks and I'm going to write in the sugarcoated touchy feely way our "leaders" communicate with. Gonna be funny.
Can anyone get into Workday?
Why are there always technical issues at Schwab?
Anyone else using the DOL
To get money from Schwab such as lunch penalties or unpaid OT?
Blow hards and mismanagement
All of the senior members of this company have lost any little respect I had for them. Hearing from old friends The process took nobody's previous accomplishments ratings into account. The highest ranked performers cut by robotic management teams... — read more
BIG BLUE BUTTON: See only active posts.
BIG BLUE BUTTON: See only active posts. For new folks here, there is a large "ACTIVE" button right above the first thread... you can use it to see what posts had recent replies. That's all from me. Anyhow, I hope this helps someone. Good luck... — read more