#advice

I am thinking of applying for a job at DXC but saw the BBC news. Any thoughts?

Insomnia?

Any suggestions on making company better?

Last time I saw this was before the big layoff in 2023. Buckle up.

Never work for free. If they say do more now and it'll pay off later, don't believe it. Don't do extra unless the extra shows up in your check in a way of a promotion or a raise. It's not worth it because it never materializes.

I see posts from people here that say they left Nielsen and they are happier and/or they earn more money at their new jobs. Some of you even say that you've "found freedom". For those of us that are looking for work it would be really helpful if you could let us know what job you were doing with Nielsen and where you went? Let us know if any of your Nielsen skills transferred over that your new employer may have been interested in.

DO NOT LET AVAYA SCARE YOU AFTER THEY LAID YOU OFF YEARS AGO!

DO NOT RESPOND

DO NOT SIGN ANYTHING ❌ ❌ ❌ ❌ ❌ ❌ ❌

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Here’s a piece of advice for those still at Verizon: don’t hesitate to consult with an employment lawyer promptly when your management does something illegal. It’s been my experience that they get away with things because employees tend to let things slide. For example, you only have 180 days to file an age discrimination complaint. There have been many instances of management choosing an inexperienced “leadership development” candidate over a much more capable and experienced employee. Document as much as you can discreetly then consult with a lawyer. At the same time start applying elsewhere.

Making them face the consequences for their illegal behavior is the only way to put an end to it.

1. Never explain yourself under pressure

   • Being forced to explain yourself often places you in a submissive position.
   • If a question is framed this way, point it out directly.
   • Example: "I don't think you meant to, but that question puts me in a position where I have to justify myself, and that is not a role I am going to take right now."

2. Never argue about your motives

   • Do not engage in debates about what your intentions supposedly were.
   • Call out the framing instead.
   • Example: "The way that was said puts me in a position where I have to defend my character."

3. Never take the bait on character attacks

   • Avoid engaging with accusations about who you are as a person.
   • Do not argue over identity or character.

4. Never apologize simply to de escalate

   • With a manipulator, the apology they push for is often meant as an admission of guilt.
   • It usually does not resolve the underlying issue.

5. Never match emotional intensity to prove your point

   • Do not mirror someone else's anger or intensity.
   • Escalating emotion rarely strengthens an argument.

6. Never accept someone else's language without precision

   • Words like disrespect, abuse, or betrayal can shape the narrative.
   • Accepting those labels without clarification lets someone else define the situation.
   • Clarify what they specifically mean before engaging with the claim.

7. Never accept binary traps

   • Avoid being forced into yes or no or either or answers when the situation is more complex.
   • Seek specificity.
   • Ask clarifying questions such as:
     • "When you said that, what specifically are you referring to?"
     • "What outcome are you hoping for here?"

8. Never try to win through logic alone

   • Arguments are not always resolved through logic by itself.
   • Emotional dynamics, framing, and intentions often influence the outcome.

#gold rules

Don't sweat it, there is life after a layoff.

Keep a positive attitude and you will overcome this minor setback.

How are your reviews going? Have you been told that you need to increase your productivity? With less people. With no one to make decisions. With product owners not working with the team to guide decisions, not attending meetings, or responding to questions. With a loose roadmap that changes as often as the leadership changes.

And the recommendation by management is to work more hours including nights and weekends. Assume that AI will be the solution to all your problems. Do more in less time with less resources. That is not a request. That is a command. And no, you will not be incentivized to do more.

Don't forget, we expect this from you with no real support from us. We (mgt) are too busy trying to save ourselves with the new executives on the merry-go-round. Our theory is if we can last a year, we are likely to outlive their terms here at Teradata given their work histories.

So hang on. Work like you are fighting for your life, because you are. Do not sleep. Do not have a family. Just do what we tell you, until we change our minds. And if you do all that, you may - or may not- still have a job tomorrow.

I have been an executive for a several years now and have rotated thru Sales Manager , Merchandising Manager (SMM) and now MBA looking to get a promotion to Director In Store in the 🤞 near future any advice on what I can do to stand out and make this happen, I have been in discussions with my store manager on how we will get me there but it’s always good to get extra input on what might help

Curious what everyone thinks about the upcoming LP. I feel like it is too good to be true about uncapping the profits (I think they said this?). Meaning we can go about the fixed return. I might be wrong but it all seems too good to be true. Anyone have any insight as to what is actually happening or what this offer might be?

I've been gone a few months now and I just want to tell my old teammates to start shopping around. Update the resume, send it out, maybe hire a service to help. The job market is rough but staying put isn't the answer either. I wish I'd started sooner.

I understand people are stressed, but it is still better to have a few weeks to prepare for layoffs than to be completely surprised when you least expect it. Update your resume, start networking, and get a feel for the job market. Do not get stuck in a waiting pattern when there are things you can do to help yourself, even if only a little bit.

They cut me in November. I admit, at the time, it felt personal. Looking back several months later, it was the best thing that could have happened. For the last at least five years there, the environment was toxic. The peer group I started with was gone, replaced by contractors and offshore teams. Every re-org meant new faces and new anxieties. I was constantly waiting for the other shoe to drop. Now that I am out, I can see clearly how much it was affecting my sleep and my mood. My advice to any American applicant is to proceed with extreme caution. The culture is broken.

Hi all, I ran a second story on the lawsuit and arbitration process. Information is still very scant, but a source at Avaya alleges that it discovered a C1 document called “The Great Migration.”

If you have any insights, email me at janderson@industrydive.com

https://www.channeldive.com/news/mystery-avaya-c1-lawsuit-arbitration-genesys/813551/

APLA is nothing without CS.
This is why I'm writing the appeal the decision made up above that CS moves to Greater China which is not a good idea.
CS needs to stay in APLA at least until it's broken up.
GC needs a local to the Chinese market.

Anybody on the frontier side that it works .com or incentives start looking. I’ll leave you with that.

If you're likely to get laid off, just cut back to the minimum that you have to do. No need to put in the effort!

Just because cuts stopped for a bit doesn't mean they won't start again. Keep looking now while you have leverage. Future you will thank you.

Planning for exit: bonus secured. I have been secretly building business on side that has me financially where I want it to be. Now the planning which items should I take care of or be sure I take advantage of before I leave. Insurance wise I will take care of any benefits since I will be getting my own insurance such as annuals , dental work( not much) using my rewards I think I have some gift cards I can cash with points, wrap up any Ed Assist dues for the certification I am getting , help a friend here add to the list

I am looking to begin my mech engineering career at L3Harris on Long Island (Amityville). I’ve seen conflicting views from this forum…Any advice or tips I should know?

Trim Ryan posted about it. Others have mentioned it. If your role is even remotely tagged to Transformation and/or CO - find a new job asap. You WILL get Rif'd. It's not a question of if but a question of when. Save yourselves the mental agony of getting access cut off in a matter of less than an hour. The ignominy....get out. LIterally...to anywhere else.

Best piece of advice that I can give. Do yourself and your mental health a favor - don't wait till the last minute.

Please recommend attorneys If they cover charlotte

Nobody seems to know. Can you help?

Sue Wellsfargo, Unionize! Report to EEOC! Report H1B frauds to Uncle Sam!

Best advice I can give: look now, not later. Searching while you have a job puts you in a way better position. You can be pickier, you're not desperate. Don't wait until it's too late.

What is included in W2 Box 1?

Are the vested securities included in here? Is there anything else like employer portion of health plan?

Anyone in NY/NJ have a good recommendation that was successful dealing with this God awful company?

If anyone has gotten both an AI written review but also gotten more than an “achieving”. Like yeah, you’re great, but still not great enough for me to put thought into my own words.

For those of you who landed your next best opportunity and are out of this purgatory....any tips?

Get out and good luck.

Anyone know of any successful IM disputes?

Do people get laid off within the first several months of employment? I desperately need a job, but I don't want to join, stop my search, and end up on the street again within months. Thanks in advance.

I had set up a 6% 401k contribution on my bonus payout to get the full company match. However, the 2025 STI payout paycheck doesn't have any 401k deduction. Therefore, I am guessing there won't be a company match. Anyone else seeing this? I have reached out to HR via email for clarification.

Anywhere else, I'd start looking. Now.

The real issue isn’t just layoffs, it’s trust.

When cuts happen and communication feels vague, people lose confidence fast. Add tighter return-to-office rules on top of that, and it can feel like control is going up while security is going down.

WFH flexibility isn’t just a perk. It’s a signal. It says: “We trust you to deliver.” Being super prescriptive with attendance dashboards and badge monitoring sends the opposite message.

If leadership wants to retain the best talent, they must listen actively to the needs of the incoming generations who are screaming to balance their life needs better then previous generations. It comes down to a few basics:

• Be clear about what’s happening and why
• Be consistent between words and actions
• Trust people to do their jobs
• Push the flexibility policy more and stand behind it

Layoffs test culture. Culture eats all strategy (even the best ones designed by DW). Flexibility and transparency are how this company will succeed or fail. It’s too late for me because I made my decision so I leave this for the new hires coming in to witness.

Your move, DW

Is there a specific day we need to let them know if we’re not relocating ? When’s the last day we can milk it if we’re in SR with zero intention of moving ? TIA!!

I was the author of the maybe layoffs thread last year where everyone mentioned that I was trolling. https://www.thelayoff.com/t/1jmakfz6x

I was impacted, but in good spirits now since it took me a couple of months to find another role. I am giving my perspective and guidance to those who maybe affected next month.

If something feels off start applying immediately to other jobs, that is what help me achieve a faster turnaround in this job market. Those who got poor performance reviews out of nowhere with little to no warning helped me understand that except for family, no one is to be trusted.

When you are in the call with HR remain calm say that you will look over the severance package and leave. You'll have a few days to sign it with a clear head. Always have your keys, wallet, phone, and other with you at all time.

If applicable look at your state unemployment laws for additional income, but do watch how much taxes are withheld.

If you get a job offer, take it then keep applying for other roles or better yet apply internally once in so you get a job that matches your skill set. I REPEAT TAKE IT!

Get your medical checkups now! FSA used it.

You will get a message from old teammates about your status, but this is not a checkup. It is a check to see where you end up and some will be jealous to hear where you end up.

Trust your gut.