To all innocent (stupid) employees who brag about not driving GM but competitors- read below to enlighten yourself for free - If you don’t drive GM - no one gives a rats as sss. If you think GM quality is poor- you don’t know other companies quality... — read more 

No activity at our building today but as I mentioned the dreaded frosted window conference room suddenly exists. I get the feeling we'll be on the schedule tomorrow. I have no idea who got hit today at MPG but I know it happened seeing all the Metro... — read more 

I know it’s difficult to say, but does anyone have an idea at least?

Did anything happen today or will it be later this week? The group exceeded its financial goals last year, so wondering if they were largely left alone.

nice way to start a day right?

New recruit here of few months at warren tech. I don’t know much people around. Any idea of what title/work area is laid off? I saw what I believe was an IT program Mgr for SUV escorted. I am so fkin confused. Please share title and level etc too. I... — read more 

Heard it was quiet there...are they slated for later in the week?

I read in an article something to the effect of, "This is nothing like black friday" or when a few years ago, there were mass layoffs, and everyone at the company was fearful for their job. This is wholly untrue, as morale is sc-aping the bottom, and... — read more 

I was laid off after only 3 months with the company

Any info about Design today? Seemed very quiet all day.

I can’t seem to find a logical reason why they are dragging this on for this amount of time, but I also find it hard to believe that a company of this scale couldn't have organized the layoffs better. Don’t want to think that they wanted to make it... — read more 

I cannot believe a company would train and spend so much money and then let go multiple NCH from 5 months to a year.. what a complete and tragic mismanagement of the company.. this will be great for the future of mine and my peers careers.. at least... — read more 

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9AVQLW9eLhc

We've watched it countless times over two decades We've watched it countless times over two decades, people walked out like criminals. Box in hand, walk you out to your car. I guess reality hits people sooner than others. There is a reason why some... — read more 

Just got word from our director that the Austin Innovation Center is done with layoffs, everyone here can finally take a deep breath.

One day while walking downtown, a Human Resources woman was hit by a bus and was tragically killed. Her soul arrived up in heaven where she was met at the Pearly Gates by St. Peter himself. "Welcome to Heaven," said St. Peter. "Before you get settled... — read more 

The people chosen seem like they might as well have been picked out of a hat. Some incredibly low-performing people remain, meanwhile several of the most intensely hard working personnel are gone. Rebuilding from this is going to be ridiculous.

This could be my Director. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=888DJKMT8bw

It's hard to work in marketing and/or automotive in Detroit without having been through a layoff or two. They can be scary. I'm a veteran of two, and to be honest, I'm among those waiting to see if the ax is going to fall on my own neck. But here is... — read more 

Do we really get a blue GM tote bag to throw desk belongings into? "In a span of less than 5 minutes while getting coffee at the cafe, I saw two different managers escorting out two employees @ Parmer office. Both employees were holding blue bags."

Do you get a day's notice or something for it? Has anyone got a meeting notice for a review, the previous day for a next morning or several hours before the actual meeting?

Didn't see or hear too much activity today in Man B. I heard that they started in Man C and would continue through the building to Man B&A tomorrow.

I have to believe that there will be new hirings after the layoffs, cause it would be impossible to deal with all of the work. We were working on 110% as it is and now nearly half of my team got cut. I wonder who will they hire and will the rest of... — read more 

Any suggestions? Who's hiring big time in Austin? I am not specifying tech skills on purpose, I'd like to start a generic thread and capture info for a broad array of folks that are getting canned today.

While we are on the 401k topic... I am in Austin and I was let go today. Do you know what will happen to our 401K loans (for those of us that have them). I took one that I used for a house downpayment and I have about $20K left to repay into the 401k... — read more 

Anyone on a H1B work visa laidoff? Do they give you paystubs for the next few months?

https://www.wsws.org/en/articles/2019/02/04/auto-f04.html

What a debacle. A sad day indeed. Good luck all. I left on my own in 2015 (health issues) and I hope all will land on their feet. There is life outside of GM, it'll take time but almost everyone will be just fine. Remember, we truly employ some of... — read more 

Are you kidding me??? Who does this? Is the management nuts? Mary are you asleep?

I got the axe, I was expecting it and I was the first one cut this morning. Anyhow, here is a bit more pragmatic question as I am transitioning out of GM. What do I do with my 401K? Can I roll it to IRA or Roth IRA and if yes, how do I do this? Do I... — read more 

Since many are asking in subthreads: GM will provide a two weeks pay for every full year of employment. The amount maxes out at six months, or 26 weeks, therefore if you are 13+ years you've maxed out. You'll also be paid through EOM (Feb) and that... — read more 

I was in CCA. I was one of those that was escorted out and I asked why. No answer could be provided other than: a vague: it's a rough decision, business reasons, nothing personal. etc. I always had great performance reviews, I knew nobody was safe... — read more 

I have heard that GM will be laying off this entire week, Then there will be a Reorg on the following week. Is this True? Sad day for many at GM Across the World and this Nation. Best of luck to everyone affected by the current Layoff. Once a couple... — read more 

Hope everyone is well, I'm here at Eng West and I was wondering if there were any layoffs here or at the VEC?

Keep your expenses in line with your significant others income and unemployment payment, and you will find yourself doing just fine when facing these situations. You can't control these companies, but you can control your lifestyle. Saw this on a... — read more 

Wanting to know of any plants were affected, if so which ones and how many?

I noticed in the paper it said GM wanted to do this before the quarterly earnings were released. I bet they had a really good quarter and it would have looked really bad for them to release all of these people which at the same time reporting big... — read more 

So my manager got assigned to do that, i wonder why. she doesn't look happy that they made her do that.