I left Cisco quite a few years back and that time we used to have ratings like X, E+, E, E- and N. I left Cisco as I got E where I expected E+. Now, I worked for 8 companies so far I wish to give rating to companies and managers I worked for. Is... — read more 

I saw few folks using Ex-Cisco title as a proud achievement like Ex-Google, Ex-Meta. While they are free to use cisco title, can I put "Cisco-Hater"in my title. If so, will there be any consequences. Cisco or Cisco devotees shouldn't retaliate... — read more 

Downfall of this company is proportionally related to the increase ofh1bs from this country.

GSSO Christmas List: We need the Global Sales Executive that can drive change to the Security Sales Engineering org as it is an unmitigated disaster that keeps getting worse. My SE has more training than customer meetings. He says if he does... — read more 

Yet another useless, pointless id--t who doesn’t know what she wants, constantly changes directions, and making reckless decisions that have resulted in a chaotic CX org. Every move is not just misguided but actively unproductive, wasting time... — read more 

What are the popular options these days? With so many major tech companies making layoffs the new norm, it’s tough to find anything that offers better job security than Cisco. I’ve been exploring smaller companies and startups, but the same issue... — read more 

Is the engagement pulse truly anonymous? I was just about to hit submit with my negative reviews… second guessing myself now

What we've known all along. https://x.com/amandalouise416/status/1867922323728457914

Traits of some of the mediocre manager at Cisco Use and throw engineers, use as much as you can Stick to the company like Oil, work so that upper management can't lay them off. Don't let engineers grow under them, they don't leave the... — read more 

https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_acquisitions_by_Cisco Since 1990 cisco has been making 3 to 10 acquisitions every year. In 2024 cisco made zero acquisitions. This tells us something!!!!

If you have been impacted by Cisco Layoffs and are American you are being replaced! Since their mass layoffs they have filed 1,132 employer sponsored green card applications and have submitted requests for 26,804 H-1B foreign workers. 16,708 are... — read more 

Cisco is burning money with mergers and Acquisitions. Cisco down from 34B cash to 4B Acquired companies are no value take for example AppD, Scientific Atlanta, Flip and Tandberg. All Telepresence acquisitions melted money. Why so many directors from... — read more 

The SE and Sales upper management have asked for names from managers. Get ready. LR Announced in Feb, followed by consultation and final chop. CP & DM tag tram show.

How do you use your T2G days? Are you really doing something good or do you see it as additional PTO? What are your experiences and how do you handle the communication with your manager?

Leaders are expecting work as if we will not be back after shutdown

"Fran Katsoudas, chief people, policy & purpose officer at Cisco, breaks down the company's expectations heading into the Trump administration and the current cybersecurity and AI landscape. (Source: Bloomberg)" Really? Who is she and why is she the... — read more 

I was laid off in the September layoffs. I live in NC. I've filed for unemployment and today I was denied until March x, 2025. Stating my severance as a reason. Has anyone in NC had this experience or are you able to collect unemployment in NC? ... — read more 

There’s been no salary increase for a while, and I never get any real feedback from my manager. I’m always the one singled out to answer tough questions in meetings, while my ideas get ignored. On top of that, they’ve stopped giving me new challenges... — read more 

Good. Lot of people are now enjoying leaves, thanks to unlimited ptos

Within your management chain, from Director down, which level management you feel is not needed?

Make a lot of noise - LinkedIn and elsewhere, Talk about product principles rinse and repeat, quote successful companies etc Make org changes fire a few people, especially those who do not agree with you. Show the world I have made these... — read more 

Instead of getting rid of a bloat, they always end up adding some more.

The approach Cisco leadership is taking toward the future is baffling. They let go of the experts who knew how to handle complex projects and get things done right. Most were pushed out or allowed to retire, leaving a void. In their place, they... — read more 

Will renovate Cisco security business.

The UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson was shot and ki-led in Manhattan this week. The public response from UnitedHealthcare customers and affiliated medical providers has been deafening. UHC is a Claim Denial factory. They destroyed families and... — read more 

Why is it so hard for managers to figure out who belongs where? Some folks get way too much credit, while others are barely noticed. It’s frustrating to watch talent go unrecognized and underutilized when the right fit could make all the difference. — read more 

Retroactive job req to have an NP now? Meraki and Splunk SEs are really going to struggle here. Is this for real? Everyone needs to be more technical, but this broad brush is silly. Are leaders req to get 4xCCIE? Wild times.

Is there any known LR coming in February 2025?

Cisco loves to preach about being a family, like it means something. But the second they see a chance to boost their bottom line, they’ll get rid of an entire team without a second thought. It’s all just talk, a way to make us feel guilty for wanting... — read more 

What would your commitment level, if your spouse announced to you ever six months, that they were thinking of divorce? Would you stay in that relationship? If you committed to put as much of your effort as possible into the relationship, could... — read more 

The fact that we don't know whats going on, is by design. The Gary Steel has implemented a shield the field mandate, where they hide any meaningful changes to the field. At times, this creates a massive disruption since most don't even know if they... — read more 

Hello, I’m a software engineer who got a verbal job offer from Cisco a month ago. The recruiter told me to wait a few months to get an official offer since the company is currently assessing their budget for the new year. Can I expect an offer in... — read more 

No innovation , no learning and redoing same thing again and again

Anyone feeling burnt out?

https://finance.yahoo.com/news/ceo-turnover-reaches-record-levels-in-2024-as-increasing-complexity-drives-execs-to-the-exits-190732260.html

Wait for severance. It's inevitable anyhow.

Cisco laid off essential workers and the sh-t shows are getting worse. Who the fu-k is making the decision on who to layoff is an id--t.

All I see and read is despair. It feels like nobody believes 2025 will bring anything good. With no sense of optimism, it’s no surprise that morale is at rock bottom.

I’m a 12-year Cisco veteran who is now out of a job (LR impact in Nov). I’m sharing my experience and reflecting on what I could have done differently. When you're at Cisco, life feels easy, lazy, and comfortable. But the reality hits every six... — read more 

Anyone have experience filing for unemployment benefits after an LR?