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Will there be any more layoffs before the month ends, or are we safe for a couple of weeks?

We all know an involuntary round is coming, and it'll most likely have a lesser package attached to it. So those of us who want to stay can say no to a VSP just to end up laid off a few months later and with less to show for it. Kind of makes it really hard to say no, doesn't it?

Paychex has decided to layoff approximating 10 designers and over 70 developers. They are refusing to give any reasoning or criteria for why they targeted individuals, citing AI wasn't the reason and that it was for "business needs" and "sustainability". From what I've heard they gave former employees only 9 weeks of severance.

Lots going on without answers
How long left

But why not Ajay?!

This voluntary layoff program is probably just the first phase of a broader restructuring. Look at the tech companies, Amazon just did this prior to their massive layoff this year. Companies start with voluntary exits to reduce headcount quietly, lower severance costs, (they save SOOO much $$$) and see which roles can naturally be eliminated before moving to any targeted involuntary cuts. Too sum it up if you choose to leave its MUCH cheaper and looks better for them.

This is also why your metrics seem to be unatainable. They move the goalposts and the employees they want to get rid of they hold them to the letter of the metrics and put them on performance plans to get them out or they just quit out of frustration.

Leadership at this company uses rolling layoffs as just part of their general business practices. VSP does a lot of things, avoid WARN Act triggers, and reduce the negative optics of “another layoff,” all while encouraging high tenured, expensive employees to self select out.

This looks like they still need to get rid of expensive administrative resources but want to do it in a controlled, lower risk way the keeps the public and legal exposure to a minimum. All at the same time giving them the talking point "we'll they left on their own".

Should we worry that there are more cuts today after all? Could he be wrong?

Citi is on a path of steady decline. It will keep shedding employees, it will keep shrinking until there's barely anything left of what once was. And then even that small remaining piece will collapse and take whoever is still there with it. So here's my advice. If you're smart, you won't wait around for that to happen. You'll be long gone before the end.

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Next layoff is soon!

U.S. applications for jobless aid decreased last week. Filings dropped by 4,000 to 226,000. This indicates layoffs remain historically low across the country. The U.S. economy added 172,000 new jobs in May. The unemployment rate currently stands at 4.3%.

https://www.clickondetroit.com/business/2026/06/18/us-filings-for-unemployment-benefits-fall-to-226000-last-week-as-layoffs-remain-historically-low/

A theory I have is this….if you want to go, you are more likely to NOT be chosen. If you are it sends the wrong message. “Look at that guy leave, he’s so happy. People will start to question as to why should they stay here like this guy.”

If you want or need to stay..the more desperate you are, you are more apt to be chosen. It sends a different message. “This could happen to you. Look how miserable he is to be let go, better buckle down and give give give more and more to the company. Really put in those hours, don’t be like Bob.”

Vistra Corp. plans to close three power plants in Illinois. These closures will affect 304 employees across the sites. The company cited economic, environmental, and regulatory factors. Layoffs will occur at Newton in October 2027, Kincaid in January 2028, and Baldwin in February 2028. Vistra will continue to inform employees and community stakeholders.

, Illinois

https://www.pjstar.com/story/news/state/2026/06/15/illinois-power-plants-to-be-shuttered-and-employees-to-lose-jobs/90554807007/

AT&T has offered some employees option to WFH instead of surplus/severance. They want them out of wasted real estate space before the end of the 2nd quarter. Most of the location had few if any personnel. The largest was a center in GA of about 100 collection agents.

John Soules Foods will terminate a sanitation contract. This affects its facility in Tyler. Fortrex currently provides these services there. Dozens of workers face potential job loss. The changes are expected by late June.

Tyler, Texas

https://www.ketk.com/video/layoffs-loom-as-john-soules-food-expected-to-drop-tyler-sanitation-contract/11893810/

Over 145 WARN Act filings have occurred in Texas this year. These filings impact tens of thousands of Texans. The WARN Act protects workers during mass layoffs. It requires employers to provide advance notice. Workers should understand their rights under this law.

https://www.kxan.com/video/what-to-know-about-layoffs-warn-act-rights-explained/11893158/

ZeniMax Media is reportedly implementing staff reductions. Bethesda Softworks is among the affected divisions. 3D Realms co-founder George Broussard shared this news. He suggested the job cuts could be extensive. The company oversees many well-known development teams.

https://news.instant-gaming.com/en/articles/20278-layoffs-at-zenimax-media-bethesda-have-reportedly-begun

https://www.chron.com/texas/article/texas-layoffs-2026-jobs-22309917.php

Diageo is preparing for major staff reductions. The company's CEO ordered executives to cut headcount. This follows a sharp slump in global spirits consumption. "Non-revenue-generating" teams will reportedly be most affected. An internal announcement detailing job losses is expected next week.

https://www.inc.com/lucia-auerbach/the-company-behind-johnnie-walker-and-don-julio-bracing-for-major-layoffs/91362490

MU Health Care announced an organizational redesign. This redesign resulted in 74 employee layoffs. The health system also eliminated 150 total positions, with 76 already vacant. Four Hy-Vee Quick Care clinics will close due to declining demand. These changes aim to improve financial sustainability and operational performance.

Columbia, Missouri

https://www.komu.com/news/midmissourinews/mu-health-care-lays-off-74-employees-closing-hy-vee-quick-care-locations/article_0b82afdd-7b4f-4e72-ac07-508a116f7f69.html

Any update on layoffs?

Seeing multiple leads and SMEs leave with no back fills posted. 2 Directors in IT already leaving in the next week. Nothing posted so no competitive chance for a promotion for someone in their team. Implosion

Precision Parcel Logistics (PCLG) laid off nearly 100 employees in mid-June. The company operated as an Amazon Delivery Service Partner in Paducah. PCLG owner Cody Bauhs announced the company's dissolution due to "personal reasons." Many employees learned of the closure through an email, causing shock and uncertainty. The West Kentucky Workforce Board is offering rapid response services to assist the affected workers.

Paducah, Kentucky

https://www.wpsdlocal6.com/news/nearly-100-employees-laid-off-from-local-delivery-company-former-employees-left-with-unanswered-questions/article_6085d27a-2ac6-42cf-b73c-a96f4cc15307.html

Seems at least one person got the axe on March 31

Are these guys tone deaf??? They just sent an email with USBank India and how this new guy they hired will make USBank India great again.

So those of us on Operations are all going to to lose 0ur job to USBank India and they send this email out about how great this new guy is shipping all jobs to India and Philippine

Got notified but why I have to work until 7/1??? Makes no sense

if we are laid off this year, between now and December, does anyone know if we will get our bonus next year?

Any word on when the next round will happen? Is it September?

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This event was created for workers who have been recently laid off (or are about to be laid off) from Multnomah County, the City of Portland, Sunstone Way, Portland State University, and Gresham-Barlow, Reynolds, Parkrose and Portland Public School Districts. All are welcome. Space is limited. There is room for 125 attendees, and we will be cutting off registrations when the event is filled.

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Learn how to apply for Unemployment Insurance, healthcare coverage, and resources available through WorkSource Portland Metro during the Layoff Transition Assistance Session
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Build a stronger resume in a hands-on workshop with tips you can apply right away
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This event was created for workers who have been recently laid off (or are about to be laid off) from Multnomah County, the City of Portland, Sunstone Way, Portland State University, and Gresham-Barlow, Reynolds, Parkrose and Portland Public School Districts. All are welcome. Space is limited. There is room for 125 attendees, and we will be cutting off registrations when the event is filled.

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Register below for a FREE Layoff Transition Resource Fair where you will:
Learn how to apply for Unemployment Insurance, healthcare coverage, and resources available through WorkSource Portland Metro during the Layoff Transition Assistance Session
Discover free training opportunities in growing fields like clean energy, healthcare, and early childhood education
Build a stronger resume in a hands-on workshop with tips you can apply right away
Connect with experts who can link you to community resources that meet your needs
Get a new professional headshot
This event was created for workers who have been recently laid off (or are about to be laid off) from Multnomah County, the City of Portland, Sunstone Way, Portland State University, and Gresham-Barlow, Reynolds, Parkrose and Portland Public School Districts. All are welcome. Space is limited. There is room for 125 attendees, and we will be cutting off registrations when the event is filled.

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Never thought I would think so negatively about Centene because my experience over the past 4 years has been awesome. I missed the VSP cutoff by 2 days due to my official FTE conversion date, but I don’t think I would have applied anyways.

Curious though, if laid off September 1st, what are typical (non-VSP) severance packages like at Centene?

Has anyone heard whether Meridian (a subsidiary of Centene) will be affected by VSP or future layoffs? I'm relatively new and I heard a rumor here in Michigan that we are canned!

Now let's figure out how this is ok.
I looked over the VSP, not in detail so I might have missed some things, however, these are my questions:

what happens to your sick/accrued PTO? Did not notice any mention of this.

lets say that you do not "apply" for VSP, why arent they mentioning what the severance will be if they pick you to be layed off in August or perhaps the second round of layoffs which i suspect will be later on once they get their bearings after the first layoff.

Now lets say you "apply" for VSP, but they decline, only to later lay you off in August (as their numbers haven't been met). Doesnt seem very ethical as now they dont have to give you the additional benefit of VSP and terminate you with just the basic severance. That seems a bit shady, as this could be one of the methods to let people go and have less cost as they will not provide the additional benefit that you originally applied for.

I know that all states are different, however I think it would be nice if they looked into it and included into individualized offers the information on our ability/inability to file for unemployment.

Seems to me that this entire situation and the way it is handled is only to benefit Centene with absolutely no regard for thousands of people who have gone above and beyond in their jobs. I know that this is the state of the current corporate world, but there must be something that can be done to stand up to these bullies. I wonder if the legal department has anyone who also got the VSP and might have some ideas :)

Was a good run, I will miss all you good people I've come to know.

Like all of you, I have been anxiously evaluating my options. For ME personally, my VSP was pretty mid, but I'm early in my career... walking away from a good job and title with a little bit of cash isnt that bad. my big worry is that they boot me earlier than September 1... not a fan that the VSP numbers may "vary." We have no leverage in this bargain other than to stay to make it more difficult during restructuring. The risk of lay off is scary... a few departments have already restructured in the past two years, so its hard to imagine they will even accept my application... Not sure how to feel about the paranoia associated with applying and being added to some "list." If anything I think this is an attempt to shed as many high earners and potentially replace at lower salaries? Idk... I hope everyone is ok lol