I was one of those laid off last year. After years of declining mental health due to RTO, micromanaging, and “doing more with less,” I was freed. Getting that morning 1:1 was terrible. But almost immediately, I felt relief. Every day since, I have... — read more 

Was in a meeting with managers a few rungs up the ladder than me when one of them fielded a question about "Reimagining". They mentioned that there's always been a "Cascade 3" and that it's happening in the next 3 months. They said more jobs will be... — read more 

I work in the Service Division, assisting the branches. I want to let you know what is going on. We are all being cross trained on almost all service areas. We were told that it would be a topic or two. They keep adding more and more subject matter... — read more 

These people are trained to talk for hours without saying anything. And it absolutely grates on me when they wrap bad news in sickly sweet language. What's the point? It reads like a horror story instead of easing anything. Just fuels more... — read more 

I’m listening to the AI session and the BOAs and FAs are absolutely unhinged 😂 It’s honestly hilarious and kind of refreshing how funny everyone is. At one point someone asked, “Can Copilot tell people to mute their phones?” and I lost it.

This Lisa Bodello lady they are paying to talk about culture, too many meetings, taking the time to think, and all the other hogwash… she must not be in the loop of all the things Edward Jones is taking away from us right now! She says “take time... — read more 

Who even believes that anymore? It's been about attrition from day one.

What partner works in Wentzville that got this zip code removed? New Melle is further out. Pacific, gray summit, pevely are all further. My sibling lives in Wentzville and my drive is way longer. I am happy for them but frustrated on why their... — read more 

anyone else think this trimester update is stupid? the behavioral model is just word soup. how about talking about why our 401k profit sharing contribution was so low?

To branch teams-you’re not angry enough. If you thought service was poor and you weren’t getting the right answers before, buckle up. Starting early summer a lot of service topics are going down to one prompt, meaning the person you’re taking to has... — read more 

Get back in the office for collaboration better results. Head of US business segment, ELT member that doesn’t apply to you. You can live in a different country.

This has been said before, but leader gave me the heads up that senior leaders met with GPs today and each part of the org has been given a count of associates that can get a promotion for 2026. I won't give my org, but it is probably around... — read more 

Meetings are being held (in person and Zoom) to encourage and push branch offices to use co-pilot. Whereas the HO witnessed this type of hype in their "new system processes," which later showed itself as a RIF, so too will the field. It may take a... — read more 

Well here come more layoffs! Anyone have details about Service?

Can someone share the zip code update? I know it came out but I don't have access to it at the time.

Does anyone know what all the various areas do in HR? What has the Wellness team accomplished lately???

I would encourage all Edward Jones employees to familiarize themselves with this term.

Seeing all the curated nonsense coming from the partner meeting on Amplify, I asked Gemini to share characteristics of a cult. Here’s what it gave me. “Cults are typically defined by a charismatic, unaccountable leader, high-control, and... — read more 

When will we know whether our zip code has to come into the office?

If you're able, get licensed and the FPQP designation. I know it seems intimidating but you know more than you think. Tenured BOAs are being let go through teaming. Remember all that dust we kicked up about our pay? Yeah. Be prepared.

Nothing about how EJ is run makes sense anymore. It's all reactive panic moves and politics. If you're not buddies with someone in charge, good luck getting anywhere. Meanwhile the actual work gets ignored and benefits keep shrinking. It's... — read more 

Is it just me or does it fell they're quietly pushing out long-tenured employees? Not laying off specifically, but finding ways to make them quit?

Do not access this website while connected to the guest WiFi in the office! They’ve begun to track usage back to your phone’s IP address.

Saw a post on LinkedIn and found it interesting; Coffee Badging: When nearly half of a workforce develops a workaround to formally comply with a rule while simultaneously circumventing it, the workforce isn't the problem. The rule is the problem... — read more 

I find it ironic (in the recent update message) that PP set the clear expectation that EDJ would lead the industry in understanding and improving client well-being. Sounds like when she set that expectation, the fine print was omitted that should... — read more 

Anyone else have doubt about investing in LP in 2027? I’ve been looking forward to it but now I’m not sure I’m comfortable putting my money in. How do I know it won’t be wasted or used to further compensate already wealthy GPs? LP has worked out... — read more 

Just got word from a friend who is a manager that only 0.25% (1 in 400) employees will have the opportunity to receive a promotion in 2026. This is supposed to be very hush hush and hid from employees. If offered a promotion, you will get 4-7% of a... — read more 

If EJ wanted to improve their financial standing they would lay off lazy FAs and replace with people who were willing to work. So many of us are being laid off because of lazy FAs who drink the koolaid. I’m east of St. Louis and can name many of... — read more 

I'd take a buyout in a heartbeat if they offered it to my department. I'm wondering if expressing interest early helps your chances. Does anyone have direct experience with volunteering to be included in the reductions?

Enterprise Reimagined was positioned as a top down reorganization to ensure headcount was aligned to efforts appropriately. People were laid off, demoted, and moved to new teams. The dust on all of that hasn't settled yet and the firm is... — read more 

What our employer is doing may not be illegal, but it is absolutely intentional. People who have worked remotely for ten years are suddenly being told to commute hours every day. No individual consideration. No acknowledgement that some people do... — read more 

Is it true that we’re going to be required to wear suits and ties? I noticed this week that there were a lot more people wearing suits this week.

Legit question 🤔 considering all these changes that are harming a once strong and proud company.

When will they provide an updated list of commutable zip codes?

Jones has a proud legacy…100+ years of being a truly client and associate oriented firm. As an associate of this firm who has also had extensive experience outside of the firm, I can confidently say THESE DAYS ARE OVER, and I highly recommend... — read more 

Have there be layoffs in the HR department? When applying for a job, the recruiter doesn't respond to emails - even after they specifically said to let them know if we didn't hear from the job interviewer after one week?

If you would like to have some fun, ask ChatGPT to make a caricature of your favorite EJ person ;-) showing the craziness, stupidity and chaos of the current situation at Edward Jones. Describe whatever you want and ChatGPT can make a funny and very... — read more 

Am I imagining this? Has the cost of eating the cafe gone up dramatically over the last year or so? It seems like my same lunch used to cost around 650-750 is now 10.50. I think the firm used to subsidize the cafe to keep the cost down. Wondering if... — read more 

Disappointed in the firm. Not only was I reimagined , received a demotion and changed from salary to hourly, but that put me into a category where my merit raise is about 1% and bonuses are half of what I used to get . Not to mention the force back... — read more