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Is it true there is a boondoggle in progress, one week before rumored layoffs? Thought travel was banned.

They laid off so many field AM, SE, PSS etc and now one person needs to cover four people's workload. No resources, slow response make us look bad. Partners starts to look better than Cisco since they got all the resources. And the management doesn't... — read more 

I completely agree with the previous comment about the EMEA leadership clean-up. I've been working at Cisco for over eight years, and it's clear to everyone that the company isn't what it used to be. It's become a toxic environment over the years... — read more 

SKO - Is one happening this year or has it been replaced by other events? Must be a big expenditure!

To be scheduled after the earning call. It’s going down!?

Anyone able to confirm?

Cisco HR and recruiters have no work or task other than sending the rejection emails to applicants and setting up some interviews to show that Cisco is providing equal opportunity. 98% of the jobs are floated to onboard a pre-set candidate... — read more 

It’s been years since customers considered Cisco relevant to their business strategy. 20+ years ago, when corporations needed to get connected to the Internet, Cisco had a seat at the table. Because Chambers and Robbins were unable to create the... — read more 

Mgmt is not capable of doing it. Upper leadership doesn’t care - they have been treating Cisco as a personal cash cow, and all is good while it lasts. Even if there was a will and strategy, it’s too late to catch up. After waves of layoffs that made... — read more 

I was not able to login to my laptop as the message prompted me to enter bit recovery ID. I never saw this message before. With layoff discussions going on this forum, I’m worried to see such unusual things. Did anyone see this?

I wish there was somebody at Cisco management who cared about the company beyond numbers that would make them look good. Sadly, there hasn't been anybody who was looking at the big picture for a while now - and you can tell by the state of things. I... — read more 

How is Observability (FSO) doing these days? Who do think would get the proverbial axe first for overlap between Observability and Splunk employees?

And running itself to ground with toxic workplace, constantly laying offs, stock going nowhere, and technical folks talked down by managers and Directors. Once a technical giant, poor management and selfish motives has gunned this great company. ... — read more 

I can't get my week under 60 hours. I tried, but there's just too much to do and not enough time to do it. My entire team is like this. Every time there's a layoff and we lose more people, things get worse. We do get a replacement here and there but... — read more 

lots of changes in every org starting on 5 Aug.

I am Sr Mgr in Engr Team My director has asked me identify people from our unit and make a list The list is due this weekend The whole environment is pathetic and given a chance I will leave too! We have also been asked to reduce by certain $... — read more 

Anyone else received an email that an unauthorized party accessed your personal data? Not sure what I am supposed to do. I was laid off in February of this year.

Are they removing us from these plans prior or after we are getting the pink slip ?

Have not heard much about this tool any longer? Forgot the name. It was highly promoted by an SE leader a year or two ago.

Can’t say I would be awfully sorry if I’m gone from here.

Who has confirmed this? Do they have lists already? What BUs likely to be impacted?

Gary tasked to implement long overdue reorg and reduce headcount inline with declining revenues

Seeing a few posts on LinkedIn with people saying it’s their last day this week.

What is it? What products do they have? How does they help the bottom line? Seems to be some type of office of propaganda…

Thrilled to hear they are laying off all the fat in SE middle management. Span and control has been awful. Sure it’s a step towards pooling, but that’s not happening yet.

The good Seems a nice guy I would say somewhat Love emphasis on less internal things and focusing on meeting our customers The one Cisco message seems good, let's see how it translates too much Meraki EN, sec con umbrella, splunk app d fighting... — read more 

I took care of my team so nice but still got fired during 2023. I am Trying for job from last 1 year for both individual roles and manager roles outside and inside Cisco., it is hard because of my manager experience from last 5 years .. I think Cisco... — read more 

My friend was a contractor with Cisco. He and his whole team of 7 contactors just got laid off with immediate effect. Reason was given as budget cuts. #layoff #LR

Everything must GO!!!!! https://www.pngmart.com/files/12/Laughing-Emoji-PNG-Photo.png

The job market might be bad right now, but it won't stay that way for good. And one thing is for sure, if you have outdated skills, no matter how good the job market is you won't be able to find a job. I've seen too many people find themselves in a... — read more 

I work for a smaller US partner that has tied its fortunes to Cisco since 2000. For most of that time, it has been a very profitable relationship with more highs than lows but, in the past five years, Cisco's deterioration has been shocking. My... — read more 

Strange global communication Shield the Field from the blunders of ELT Do your job, be over goaled, ignore the fact this is a sinking ship You must avert your gaze from the utter chaos We know it is a mess we request you pretend it isn't happening... — read more 

Let's begin by saying that a zombie manager would count money, make sure you submit your time card and you submit your engagement pulse and attend regular mandatory trainings. A real manager or leader would look at the way the team works and it is... — read more 

But at Cisco, they're mandatory. Welcome to the hunger games.

This will be bigger than Feb 2024 due to Splunk merger. Reliable sources. Others add as you know. Don’t trust management - sc--w these jokers. Their time is coming soon.

Narcissistic con artist Chuck still believes he is exceptionally talented after tricking the board into hiring him as CEO when he had absolutely no qualifications for the job. His overinflated ego drove him to scam his way into CEO role that... — read more 

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There may be spot trimming in August but there will be a humdinger layoff in September God bless those affected

Chuck, laying off 5% flatline across the org is not the same as restructuring and investing in our high areas of growth. Why don’t we start by firing the leaders around FSO… From what I recall, that was a “must win and will win” Also, telling the... — read more