someone created a website to let Americans apply to the market surveys for unlisted H1B-earmarked job openings that have already been given to a foreign applicant If any US citizen applies to one of these, they legally can’t issue an H1B for it... — read more 

https://www.cnbc.com/2025/08/14/cisco-ceo-says-he-wants-to-use-ai-to-boost-efficiency-not-reduce-headcount.html

This week was a good one… Shows how tone deaf and unaffected execs truly are…

I AM DONE WITH THIS PLACE. Leaders who thrive in “quiet layoff” or “everything is fine” cultures often exhibit: Machiavellianism – Strategic manipulation and prioritizing personal or organizational gain over ethics; encourages secretive layoffs... — read more 

https://stlawyers.ca/blog-news/cisco-august-2025-job-cuts/

See the securities he owns and selling past three months https://d18rn0p25nwr6d.cloudfront.net/CIK-0000858877/7866cf1b-7864-45c4-a5fd-8083702a795b.pdf

I can’t remember the last time I was this stressed, especially with the blatant lack of transparency. When we have no idea what’s going on and what we’re told is vague at best, it’s no wonder people are having anxiety attacks. I doubt this weekend... — read more 

Squawk on the Street https://www.cnbc.com/video/2025/08/14/cisco-ceo-chuck-robbins-most-of-my-peers-expect-to-eventually-hire-fewer-people-due-to-ai.html

Based on what people are sharing, these layoffs seem massive and widespread. Why are we being kept in the dark? The lack of communication is making an already difficult situation far more stressful and disorienting than it needs to be.

After my manager finished reading the HR script, he said to me, “Good luck", and I replied, “Good luck to you too". I truly meant it. I know many of you, like me, have wanted to leave this toxic place but haven’t, for various reasons. I sincerely... — read more 

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gH2UHobXt1E

Just got LR’d yesterday, G10 RTP Collab. The team environment was politically charged and pathetic. Only bootlickers are safe. Not sure how I made this far in the group.

No numbers were stated. People are pulling stuff from a while ago and trying to pass it as news. Ignore the 7k rumor. Don't do that to yourself. Yes, we know cuts are coming. But that's about all we know for now. Until we know more, try not to lose... — read more 

Cisco needs someone who can better manage layoff crisis other than Francine always trying to be a barbie doll all the time

The gole is cut 22% headcount including other approaches.

Heard, a blood bath in Duo, Quite fascinating to see what directors are doing to save themselves, even a PMO in maternity leave was laid off. Similar stories from Thousand Eyes engineering, connected devices, SREs , etc. This is a massive layoff... — read more 

We refuse to pretend everything is fine. We work in a company where people vanish from the org chart without warning, while executives celebrate imaginary victories and spout empty slogans about growth and culture. They tell us to be all-in, to... — read more 

while it is crazy, I have seen past managers and even the current one very happy and grim smile after see his/her people suffering, they love it to see someone suffering.. mostly he will read a set of words to you , however, when he turns around to... — read more 

Any news on AM/SE/TSA/PSS roles?

If you survived this round don't get comfortable expect more LRs in November. This was a teaser of what's to come.

Think about it, every year there are layoffs. Why? Why use better judgement and true leadership and actually manage the company properly so you do t have to constantly LR people. Execs should have a tiered comp penalty when they lay people off. Like... — read more 

Cisco laying off 7,000 employees after August 13 earnings call. No need to report, happening to different locations at once.

I know it’s stressful to face the possibility of a layoff. I actually got my notice this morning, so I understand the worry. But I’m holding on to this truth: What may have been intended against me, God is working for good. I’ve seen before how God... — read more 

TAMs in AMER affected.

Dead. It’s over

Seems hard to believe..

Have been formally informed that my position has been eliminated - Collab .

Share what you know. Management doesn’t share and wants you all to go away. Many senior managers and directors I know are on chopping block this time. No public announcements, six idle for 60 days with no access. Share LR package details..

Honest question but how does this stuff actually go down from higher up in the company? Like are there just some bean counters in finance that “make a list”, or is there more involvement from the lower-level management? The only reason I’m asking... — read more 

haha Jeetu lies again telling everyone and thanking everyone that everything is going fantastic. What a fu-k a-s liar. All the bonus going to him and his close ones. We will get next to nothing. Next he will come and say all that remain behind are... — read more 

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Very little impact with CX. Nothing on the Sales side. Collab Sales are strong.

I’m hearing rumors left and right - more cuts coming, different orgs still to be hit, some regions not yet on the plate. Any idea what’s really going on, or how long these layoffs are expected to last? I’m stressed out, like I imagine most of you... — read more 

How much are these people making on WPA deals? Seeing a $600mil+ WPA for a financial services customer and curious how commission works for them. Are these folks just raking it in or are their caps on commission?

Is this legal? Can they be sued?

It's starting to look like a full-scale round across the board. But why all the secrecy? So we can spiral beyond our usual daily anxiety and into full-blown stress?