#career

Somebody told me they were laid off four times throughout their entire career, and I can't wrap my head around it. How do you survive something like that? I'm worried about how I'd take being laid off once, but to have it happen to me more times? No. Just, no. Does it get easer or harder? I literally can't even imagine what that'd feel like.

I plan to hand my notice in within the next month, any top tips for things to make my escape easier?

Got rated a Lower this year. Unfortunately that was due to misunderstanding with immediate supervisor. I have learned so much from that, that I will do everything in my ability to make sure that doesn't come close to happening again. Ever. If I could repeat last year knowing what I know now, I would not have gotten a Lower, but I cannot change the past. It stings, deeply, but I accept that.

Here is the issue. I just found out that I will be subject to a re-org. I am concerned that having a Lower will make it very likely I will get laid off. Shell is my dream company. I wanted to retire from Shell. Since finding out about the Lower, it has awakened passion, drive, dedication, and perseverance.

I was hoping for at least three years to prove myself with Strong or Higher, but getting hit with a reorg with a fresh Lower. I very much want a long term career with this company. I have the energy and dedication. What do I need to do to make it happen?

I chose to leave while I was ranked well and earning a strong salary before COVID and before the company’s negative challenges became more visible to others. It wasn’t about compensation or performance; it was about alignment. I realized that the work and priorities there no longer matched what I wanted for my life.

Today, I can honestly say that no amount of money, not even $2 million+ a year would persuade me to return as an employee.

We each get one life and one youth. I decided I didn’t want to spend my prime years in an environment that didn’t align with my values and aspirations. Working at ExxonMobil was a valuable experience. I learned a great deal, both positive and negative about corporate culture, and that clarity ultimately helped me make my decision. There are higher ambition and better career opportunities and experiences out there for many.

For active layoffs happening now, it’s probably too late. For others, how do you survive at a company like Nike for more than a decade? What tips or tricks do you have?

There are two types of people at Xerox: (1) those coasting to retirement who are likely 55 and older who don't need another job, and (2) those with a career ahead of them.

If you are in group (1) then congrats on your upcoming retirement, it's likely to happen within the next year.

If you are in group (2) then I really hope you have your resume up to date, and are at a minimum exploring opportunities. Make connections to recruiters and other companies who are in your area, or who offer remote work if that's something you do. It can never hurt to get your name out there, even if it's simply to practice the interview process if you've spent most of the last couple decades at Xerox.

Group (2) might have years left, or days, you really never know. It's much easier to find a job when you have a job, than have to be under the stress of interviewing when you have no income or healthcare.

And no matter what, keeping your skills up to date is up to you. Xerox is unlikely to invest in you, but if you can find skill sets that compliment what you already know, or better yet help Xerox so you can justify continuing to build up those skill sets, then go for it!

Good luck to everybody tomorrow. I have a feeling that it is not going to be that large, but we'll continue to see these targeted reductions throughout the year.

I've been in a role as administrative support the past 5 years and feel as though my days may be numbered. I've tried applying out but I've heard that any administrative clerks and support are stuck. I've applied for about 20 different positions over the last year and have been with the company 10 years with a solid resume. No interviews at all. I am worried my role is not significant enough for them and would not be surprised if they RIFd me. Has anyone else experienced this feeling like you're being blocked?

Hey guys, I’m just trying to get a feel for the overall take of the position that was offered to me. Long-standing experience in banking, but the last seven years in payment processing. Anything I should be aware of? Be candid my friends - I’d appreciate it!

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For those who got partially meets what’s your plan? Are you quite quitting until a new job or picking up the pace?

I currently work at bp and was approached by a recruiter with XOM. Would that be a good move right now? I’m not happy with bp, for obvious reasons - poor strategy, poor company performance, poor leadership, limited career growth opportunity, etc. From my perspective ExxonMobil looks leaps and bounds better, but I would love to hear thoughts from y’all.

Layoff sometimes gets you out of bad environment what doesn’t work for you or the employer for various reasons. Regardless whether layoffs will transform Walgreens or not depends on who they keep and who they layoff. Some time it may seem like easiest thing for the decision maker to do is ask the management but what if poor management is what is hindering the company from making progress. Anyway, the best thing to do right now is wait for the changes. Recheck if you see light at the end of the tunnel after they make changes if you are still there. If you don’t like the changes and you did not get picked for layoff with severance package you hoped for then you should look for new job so you can make your life better. With that, the ball is in their court to take proper steps including re-organization, office that works for all, right person in right role etc.

Staying positive and hoping for the best is all you can do. Hope you all have a great weekend now. Don’t pay attention to all the chats and catch a great movie tonight or watch the Superball. But come back brave tomorrow.

I can’t tell if I’m unhappy because work is work, or because this specific job is wearing me down. Some days I think I’d feel this drained anywhere, then other days I’m pretty sure Juniper is making it worse. I keep wondering if a different company would lift some of this weight, or if I’d just carry it with me anywhere.

I have been searching for a new opportunity outside Verizon and it took a while to land a new Job because of the market conditions.

Good luck guy's hope you landed the job that's make you happy soon

I thought moving to a giant like BNY would accelerate my career. Instead, it's stalled it. The regret is so deep I'm actively trying to reverse course after just 18 months. The supposed "prestige" and extra cash mean nothing when you're miserable every day.

I got an offer to internally transfer from OCI to the DB org, should I take it? Or just wait for the head chopping while preparing for the outside world?

I gave my two week notice Monday morning, and I just want to share this message if it helps even one person. We all have different circumstances which I understand so this won’t be for everybody.

I feel relieved. Not scared. Not panicked. No regret.

I actually felt this huge emotional release after i hit send, like when you’ve been holding something in for way too long and finally let it go. If that sounds soft- idc.

For the first time in a long time, I felt like I was taking back control of my life instead of just reacting to it.

If you’re unhappy, burned out, or feel stuck, don’t ignore that voice forever. Fear keeps a lot of us frozen, but sometimes the scariest step is also the most freeing one.

Just wanted to put that out there for anyone who needs to hear it.

Hi everyone, I’ve seen some recent roles open for the spend management team in APJ. But having looked at previous comments and the merger with Concur it doesn’t seem like the best place to be. Thoughts? Want to make sure I make the right jump

Am I better off applying externally?

Only been a couple of weeks and I am already on my 2nd and 3rd rounds with two remote companies offering higher pay and minimal travel. Anyone else planning their exit after bonuses?

Im considering a job in the business development roll.

I remember when I just started working, I was so full of energy and ambition, with all these plans and hopes for my career. I got disillusioned within two years and now I feel sick to my stomach when I think that this is something I'm stuck with for nearly my whole life.

In the times where nothing is what it seems is everyone getting the career assistant? It just seems an odd time to get it.
Does everyone get it?

Don't be naive and rely on this company. Use the training BofA offers to make yourself valuable to other employers. When you're in demand, a layoff notice isn't a crisis, it's an opportunity.

I escaped recently and everything - and I mean everything - is better. Not every company micromanages its employees or has a toxic environment. It might not be easy to get a job these days but if you keep trying, it's 100% worth it in the end. I'm a new man.

I have been at T for more than dog years and as I venture into job market, I am seeing hiring managers not having a clue who they want, yet interview me and send instant rejections after the first rounds. I am unsure if these are H1B postings, my tenure at T negatively affecting or my credentials. I am a bit flabbergasted on what to improve on if I can’t even make the first round. How did you overcome this?

If you are salary or overhead, you are at a great risk in 2026 for a layoff. If you do not actually make product you need to be looking for something else.

Our engineers have limited career spans. We do not design anything of interest or significance. Not like we work for Boeing, NASA, Lockheed, and a company where engineers do really interesting and high-tech work. We design electric drills. Boring...

Take my advice and have your resume ready. Get to know people that work at real companies. Be prepared do deal with a layoff.

As a former U.S. Bank employee with close to 30 years of experience and experienced unemployment.

Recognize

• You are owed nothing other than your last paycheck.
• Benefits are better than most other places.
• Your colleagues are friendly with you but are not your friends.
• Anyone including you can easily be replaced.
• The job market is tough even with high demand skills.
• Leadership acts on behalf of the shareholders. You should too.
• Age discrimination is real.
• RTO is not about you.
• Business has nothing to do with morality.

You should:

• Appreciate your paycheck
• Not complain…not to anyone.
• Learn and leverage AI.
• Use all available resources at U.S. bank and anywhere else to improve.
• Work hard and do your best while you’re employed.
• Side hustle or develop passive income streams.
• Stop being entitled.
• Not share your personal baggage or health issues.
• Not compare yourself to anyone.
• Know your worth and find a place that recognizes it.

I am not posting to say what is right or wrong l. All I can say is that it is better to su-k it up and collect a paycheck than having your pride on the unemployment line.

Looking back, did your life and career turn out the way you expected by 2016?

Why would the first sentence of your LinkedIn about section be a brag about coming “from a family that has nearly a century of combined service at ExxonMobil” Since when does what your dad or grandpa did at ExxonMobil matter for your own contribution?

Hi, I've been reading about all the disappointments here re long-awaited pay raises for a while. It's clear that management is just taking us for a ride and there will never be any meaningful raise anytime soon.

How about instead of us all whining about the inevitable, we post available jobs based on what we hear from friends & family to help out those who are stuck in DXC? You could be in IT but hear about an accounting job available or delivery for example, just donate some info here. There is linkedin, Indeed, etc but sometimes inside info is more timely.

What do you say?

I’ve agreed to go out for an interview with a competitor. Never thought it would be me looking for roles outside of XOM. I’ve enjoyed my career for the most part, and have generally been ranked well in my 10 years. Past couple of years I got 10%+ raises, but I feel like that’s just a fluke and worse times are around the corner.

It’s sometimes hard to picture leaving when I think of the long term pension and the comfortable career I have. Am I an id--t or is this the moment to leap into the unknown?

My early 50s don't have much of a chance to start up again somewhere else. Time to stock market casino time and roll the dice with what I have built up. Do or die time.

If you don't get promotions or raises after 2-3 years, just leave. The traditional career ladder is pretty much dead, and the best way to get a raise or promotion is through job hopping.

Management keeps saying how they cannot get any Americans to work in the Permian but then those who want to work in then Permian are told their career is limited and ranked poorly for not being mobile. WTF?

Seeking guidance from folks who quit and moved on to other opportunities. I assume you must have done some financial due diligence on your monthly expenses, found something that meets or tops it. However what other housekeeping activities did you do, in order to not look back at T or scavenging for info from T’s internal websites.

Telecom used to be the kind of industry where you could build a career and retire from it, especially for engineers in RF, Systems and Networking. When many of us started out years ago, we accepted that trade-off: other fields might pay more, but telecom offered stability as long as you did your job well and stayed sharp. That sense of security is gone now. With the field clearly in decline, there’s really no reason for engineers to stay, or to encourage the next generation to work hard just to become one.

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