#layoff

Does anyone know if this is the date or when in October.

Has anyone in the second round acceptance been notified today as was stated was going to happen???Because if so then there are a whole lot of unhappy people not notified

I've been hearing this term more often, but I'm not what it means. What kind of layoffs is it referring to? Firings or something else?

ARE LAYOFFS STILL HAPPENING ? IF SO WHAT MARKET /STATE ARE YOU IN

Ontario and Canada are providing over $203,000 to support Stelco workers impacted by upcoming layoffs. This funding will assist 75 workers and jobseekers with skills assessments and training plans. The announcement follows federal pressure on Stelco to present a job retention strategy. Stelco plans to lay off up to 500 employees due to tariff impacts and market conditions. The initiative aims to help workers transition into new careers and provide employers with a skilled labor pool.

Hamilton, Ontario

https://www.thespec.com/business/stelco-layoffs-203k-for-hamilton-steelworker-retraining/article_b4fd6249-2220-569d-aaac-ed94abc19f88.html

New Jersey experienced over 15,000 job eliminations by the end of September, a notable increase from the previous year. Pharmaceutical companies contributed significantly to these layoffs, with several major players announcing substantial workforce reductions. Other sectors, including hospitality and finance, also saw positions cut. These figures are based on notices filed with the New Jersey Department of Labor. The trend indicates a challenging job market for the state.

https://patch.com/new-jersey/across-nj/amp/34964432/nj-layoffs-hit-15k-as-pharmaceutical-companies-ax-more-jobs-in-september

Stockton University is laying off 21 employees, including 14 faculty and seven staff members, to address a $20 million structural deficit. University President Joe Bertolino announced the decision, citing the need for financial viability and future positioning. These cuts are described as difficult but necessary for the institution's long-term health. The layoffs will take effect at the end of the academic year, following voluntary separations earlier in the year. Bertolino emphasized that student needs remain the priority in all decisions.

Galloway Township, New Jersey

https://pressofatlanticcity.com/news/local/education/article_d2b6a368-4549-4c4d-a834-37ffa5f068c7.html

Bank First is laying off nearly half of its employees due to an upcoming merger with Peoples State Bank. The layoffs will affect 47 out of 99 employees across three locations. This reduction is attributed to the elimination of duplicative roles following the merger. Affected employees have been notified and will receive layoff notices. The job cuts are scheduled to occur between December 4th and December 18th.

Wausau, Wisconsin

https://www.wjfw.com/news/local/layoffs-47-peoples-state-bank-employees-being-laid-off-from-three-wausau-area-branches/article_6399f849-0c59-4532-97c8-d6d6da74bfe0.html

I just want out.

Does this leadership know or care how much productivity is being lost because they're keeping all of us in suspense? People who are stressing over whether they'll have their jobs and livelihoods every single day can't concentrate fully on their jobs. What's the point of keeping us waiting? Get it over with, lay off the ones you want to, and let the rest move on, ffs.

Performance layoffs seem to have started. Some are getting NS but is there really a layoff this October?

On a 2020 Nike corporate All Hands meeting (it was recorded and transcribed), John Donahoe publicly and brazenly proclaimed to employees the VP % ratio of minorities they had a goal of hitting. Highly illegal, and just before a mass layoff at that. Nike and Donohoe should be sued for discrimination. Media: please obtain a copy of this recorded all hands meeting for your story/coverage of this leader and the implicit leadership around him. It was absolutely disgraceful and might have been the beginning of the end for Nike. I’m all for inclusion but not with hard # ratios to reach.

The rumors are true , there is a massive layoff that’s occurred and occurring ongoing. Basically the Trump administration is demanding that all of the contract companies like Tata, cognizant and HCL and so forth reduce their H1B by at least 50% by the end of 2026 or they will face permanent banning from the United States of America. As a result all these companies, including TCS, which has the largest share of H1-Bs in the United States are actively conducting layoffs. if you are a H1-B you will receive a notice before the end of this year. Your H1-B time is absolutely over, look at Austin Texas, most of the homes are being abandoned along with cars and furniture and homes as they are because H1-Bs have been demanded to leave the country or face criminal prosecution in jail. all of the H force from the criminal sponsors like TCS are being demanded to leave the country. There’s no escape here, H1-B days are numbered and TCS employees/H 1B that have replaced American workers are being demanded to leave. massive, massive, massive reduction of H1-B is going to happen in this quarter before the end of 2026.
You have been notified.

express scripts anyway. tons of employees on my team just got scheduled for 15 minute meetings today and thursday all at different times, people starting to ask about it

New Jersey employers issued WARN notices for over 2,100 workers in September and early October. These layoffs span various industries including pharmaceuticals, banking, and retail. The affected positions are spread across multiple cities within the state. Some of these workforce reductions are scheduled to continue into 2027. This wave of job cuts adds to existing concerns about the state's economic health.

https://www.shorenewsnetwork.com/more-bad-news-for-mikie-sherrill-as-new-jersey-employers-announce-more-than-2100-new-layoffs/

Software company Atlassian is reducing its workforce by approximately 1,600 employees, which represents 10% of its global staff. This significant layoff is part of a strategic shift to prioritize artificial intelligence and enterprise sales. The majority of affected employees are located in North America. The company anticipates incurring substantial costs related to these workforce reductions and office space consolidation. Atlassian's CEO acknowledged that AI will alter the required skill sets and the number of roles in certain areas.

https://www.goodreturns.in/news/atlassian-layoffs-1-600-jobs-cut-as-software-jira-and-confluence-ai-artificial-intelligence-1495479.html

Once again we have layoffs in USA when will finally end this constant quarterly layoff cycle!

Developers at The Coalition are reportedly anxious about potential layoffs during the launch week of their new game, Gears of War: E-Day. This follows a pattern of job cuts across Microsoft's gaming division, which has seen over 5,750 employees laid off since October 2023. The studio's performance-related bonuses are tied to the game's reception, adding to employee concerns about potential job losses before bonuses are paid. This situation mirrors previous instances where teams faced layoffs shortly after shipping their projects. The broader industry is also experiencing significant job reductions, with 2026 shaping up to be a record year for layoffs.

Redmond, Washington

https://tech-insider.org/xbox-layoffs-5750-coalition-fears-new-cuts-2026/

MDT Benefits has been thoroughly useless in answering this question, so trying here: I was RIF’d and on the old pension plan expecting one last contribution from MDT in May. Will they contribute it pro-rated? Or just another reason I was on the chopping block?

Software company HubSpot is laying off 660 employees, which is approximately 7% of its total staff. CEO Yamini Rangan stated the layoffs are part of a restructuring effort to improve speed and customer focus. These changes aim to align the company's structure and resources with its long-term strategy. Rangan clarified that the layoffs are not due to AI replacing jobs or for cost-cutting purposes. The company is reducing management layers to expedite decision-making.

Cambridge, Massachusetts

https://www.boston25news.com/news/local/cambridge-based-hubspot-announces-660-layoffs-amid-restructuring/JYFVTFT2QVEF5EE44PGWKF37CA/

What are the pros / cons of taking a lump sum payout for severance? It would be the max 12 months.

So almost 3 years to the day of firing a bunch of people we have a call about how to talk about people leaving?!??
Either bad omen or tone deaf.

About time!

Microsoft is reportedly preparing for another round of job cuts, potentially impacting approximately 5,700 employees. These reductions are expected to occur as early as next week, coinciding with the start of the company's new fiscal year. While some affected employees may be offered new roles internally, the layoffs are framed as part of ongoing organizational restructuring. This move follows previous significant workforce reductions in 2023 and 2024. The company's stock has seen a recent increase in overnight trading.

https://stocktwits.com/news-articles/markets/equity/microsoft-layoffs-coming-next-week-msft-stock-climbs-overnight-retail-stays-bullish/cZm3TWRR7K2

Layoffs have commenced at Ninja Theory following the collapse of two potential deals to save the studio. Former employees have confirmed their departures on social media. Microsoft has not provided an official number for the affected roles. The studio's future remains uncertain as a consultation process on a proposed closure is underway. This development is part of a broader restructuring within Xbox Game Studios.

Cambridge, England

https://shattered.io/ninja-theory-layoffs-begin-named-staff-2026/

Key Energy Services is reducing its workforce by 53 employees in Bakersfield. This action is part of a broader withdrawal from California due to declining business. The company previously conducted layoffs in Kern County in prior years. These cuts reflect a trend of downsizing within the state's oil-field services sector. The company's Bakersfield and Ventura operations will permanently close.

Bakersfield, California

https://www.bakersfield.com/news/oil-field-services-company-laying-off-53-in-bakersfield-leaving-california/article_366079fa-619c-4bc2-a73d-d52febd054ff.amp.html

https://www.bizjournals.com/denver/news/2026/10/05/intermountain-health-uchealth-trinsic-layoffs.html

Maverick Washington LLC is closing eight of its casinos, including The Great American Casino in South Everett. This decision will result in 133 local employees losing their jobs. The company filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy in 2025 after a failed expansion into sports betting. Legal challenges and market shifts significantly impacted its revenue. The closures are scheduled for November 30, with a possibility of a change in ownership delaying the process.

Everett, Washington

https://www.everettpost.com/local-news/everett-casino-among-8-bound-for-bankruptcy-closure-and-133-local-layoffs/

A San Antonio delivery company is laying off 230 employees. The layoffs will occur between November 6 and November 19. This event highlights how recent wages impact Chapter 7 bankruptcy eligibility. The federal means test averages income over six months before filing. A final paycheck remains in this calculation for six months after receipt.

San Antonio, TX

https://www.24-7pressrelease.com/press-release/539311/230-layoffs-at-san-antonio-area-delivery-company-call-attention-to-the-six-month-income-test-in-chapter-7-bankruptcy

I have friends who said most of the night shift got laid off this week. Beware if you are thinking if applying for this company.

Unconfirmed reports suggest Oracle is expanding a voluntary separation program for U.S. employees. This program could offer eligible staff six weeks of severance pay. The move follows significant workforce reductions in the past fiscal year. These potential cuts align with Oracle's expansion into data centers. The company has not officially confirmed these details.

Redwood City, California

https://finance.yahoo.com/markets/stocks/articles/oracle-layoffs-returning-december-buzz-050223693.html

Information Suppression via Confidentiality Agreements
When severance is paid out—whether during traditional restructuring waves or voluntary PEP opt-outs—information is tightly suppressed through legal agreements:
Strict NDAs & Non-Disparagement: To receive severance pay, employees must sign a separation agreement that includes non-disclosure, non-disparagement, and strict confidentiality clauses regarding their departure.
Liability Waivers: Payouts are contingent on workers waiving their rights to sue under statutes like the Age Discrimination in Employment Act (ADEA) or ERISA. Discussing package details or the circumstances of the exit publicly risks forfeiting the payout entirely.

Classification Shift: "Performance" vs. "Reduction in Force"
When a company executes a formal Reduction in Force (RIF), standard severance protocols (often 1 to 9 months of base pay based on tenure, plus healthcare continuation) apply. However, recent legal challenges and employee reports highlight a shift toward using performance-based separations: 
Forced Calibration & PIP Opt-Outs: Under calibrated performance systems, a predetermined percentage of employees are placed into lower performance tiers. Workers are often offered a choice: enter a strict Performance Enhancement Plan (PEP) or voluntarily opt for a modest, immediate severance package. If an employee enters the PEP and fails, they are terminated for cause—yielding $0 in severance. 
Sidestepping Pension Milestones: Federal litigation filed against the company alleges that forcing older or long-tenured employees into low performance tiers allows the organization to terminate workers shortly before reaching major pension or benefit vesting milestones, eliminating both severance and long-term benefit liabilities.

Legal Action Over Alleged "Stealth Layoffs"
A federal lawsuit filed against Ford Motor Company highlights growing concern over how headcount reductions are executed without formal WARN notices: 

Forced-Ranking System Allegations: The lawsuit alleges Ford implemented a rigid performance calibration framework that caps top performance tiers (maximum 5% "exceeded") while requiring at least 30% of workers to land in lower performance brackets. 
Performance-Based Separations: The complaint asserts that management used these forced calibration sessions to execute "soft" or "stealth layoffs" across salaried divisions. This allowed the company to reduce overhead without triggering public WARN filings or high-profile severance package releases.

Layoff is coming for sure.

Ask CPO Anything scheduled.

What should one ask?

We should fire him to save money