#layoffs

What was the corporate message, your departments message, verses reality.

Location?
Title?
Remote?
Badge swipes?
Recent unexplained negative review?
Work being shifted away just before?
Took a package?

I know it su-ks to be the one being gutted and left out. I feel for you as I have experienced it myself. As much as it is painful - there is a higher reason for you being chosen. You are being rescued even though it feels like the rug being ripped under you. You will recover and land in a better spot. You have outgrown the version of yourself at Verizon and excel anywhere you go. Sometimes the universe rips off the bandage and places you where you need to be because you are being complacent. I wish all of you much luck, success, and happiness in your post-Verizon life. I know I found in a company that actually values my opinions and work ethic. Peace be with you all especially all trolls that will come here and comment about me being lazy etc. For their information I found a job before my off-payroll date, started a week after and never took unemployment. 🤣

It’s a Cisco- worldwide issue. The ONLY people being laid off are ICs, certification push is also for ICs, performance improvements are also for ICs,
while managers, directors, VPs slack their way…..
At executive level, nobody cares about having multiple directors/VPs reporting to
Each other. They are too comfortable not needing to lift a finger, why would they ever leave a comfortable job.
We all know nobody directors/ managers are ever on a chopping block.

Amazon recently laid off hundreds of employees in New York. Approximately 135 corporate staff were cut from its Manhattan office in January. More than 100 other New York-based employees also lost their jobs. These reductions are part of Amazon's broader restructuring efforts. The company plans to eliminate about 16,000 roles globally.

New York, New York

https://www.aol.com/articles/hundreds-nyc-roles-reportedly-included-013504650.html

I dedicated 16 years of my career to Macy’s, believing retail was the same everywhere. Leaving was a daunting decision, but it transformed my life for the better. While I loved my job, the increasing expectations became overwhelming. Now, I enjoy a much-improved work-life balance and have discovered there is a life outside Macys.

Germany-based Evotec plans to close its Framingham, Massachusetts facility. This closure is part of a worldwide downsizing effort. The company expects to lay off 800 workers globally by the end of 2027. The Framingham site houses Cyprotex, which Evotec acquired in 2016. The number of local employees affected by this shutdown remains unknown.

Framingham, Massachusetts

https://www.msn.com/en-us/news/us/layoffs-coming-to-framingham-reports/ar-AA1Yvv7O?apiversion=v2&domshim=1&noservercache=1&noservertelemetry=1&batchservertelemetry=1&renderwebcomponents=1&wcseo=1

Nestlé announced plans to cut 16,000 jobs globally. New CEO Philipp Navratil is implementing these changes. The company expects to save approximately $3.7 billion. This cost-savings goal is set to be achieved by the end of 2027. The job reductions include 12,000 office positions and 4,000 factory roles.

https://www.aol.com/articles/nestl-slash-16-000-jobs-143041973.html

Any news on this year’s numbers? Last year we heard of 113 employees getting the axe. Has the consultation already started?

The Los Angeles Unified School District announced staff layoffs. This action comes amidst a significant budget shortfall. The district faces an $877 million deficit. These layoffs are a direct result of the financial challenges. The district is addressing its budget imbalance.

Los Angeles, California

https://www.nbclosangeles.com/video/news/local/lausd-issues-staff-layoffs-amid-877m-budget-shortfall/3861863/

KansasWorks and United Way of the Flint Hills are organizing a job fair. This event aims to assist workers affected by recent layoffs. Hopkins Manufacturing announced its closure earlier this year. The Emporia Job and Resource Fair will take place on March 25. It offers opportunities for job seekers and community resources.

Emporia, Kansas

https://www.emporiagazette.com/free/article_dd5ec7bf-44a1-4876-8e52-3e0eb824f55f.html

The Long Beach Unified district faces a significant $70 million budget deficit. The district plans staff layoffs and program cuts. Parents and staff are actively protesting these proposed cuts. They seek reversal of the district's planned reductions. Declining enrollment and expiring federal funds contribute to the deficit.

https://lbpost.com/news/education/with-layoffs-set-to-take-effect-librarians-and-parents-press-school-board-to-reverse-cuts/

Many companies are openly discussing AI's role in workforce reductions. MIT research indicates AI can already replace a significant portion of the US labor market. Several firms, including IBM and Wisetech, have directly cited AI for job cuts. IBM's CEO stated hundreds of human resources employees were replaced by AI. Wisetech announced 2,000 job cuts, attributing them to AI-led efficiency gains.

https://www.businessinsider.com/list-companies-replacing-human-employees-with-ai-layoffs-workforce-reductions

Anime streaming service Crunchyroll is undergoing workforce restructuring in 2026. These changes reportedly affect HR, Product, and E-commerce divisions. Employees have begun announcing their departures on LinkedIn. The company links these job cuts to its global expansion plans. Crunchyroll aims to grow its customer base in regions like India and Latin America.

https://www.thehrdigest.com/crunchyroll-layoffs-underway-in-2026-as-global-expansion-plans-lead-the-way/

City College's Board of Trustees took no action on proposed staff layoffs. Four classified IT department staff faced potential layoffs. Faculty and staff criticized the layoffs and superintendent's pay raises. The CSEA union had not reviewed the layoff data. The tie vote means negotiations will now proceed.

Santa Barbara, California

https://www.thechannels.org/news/2026/03/16/board-of-trustees-take-no-action-on-classified-staff-layoffs-after-3-3-vote/

San Diego Unified School District faces significant staff reductions. More than 200 positions are currently at risk of elimination. These roles include cafeteria workers, bus drivers, and teacher aides. The district aims to reassign half of the affected employees. Final layoff decisions must be made by May 15.

San Diego, California

https://www.nbcsandiego.com/news/local/hundreds-face-layoffs-san-diego-unified-school-district-cut-staff/3995669/

And so it begins: the pressure from above to start using AI tools. The reality: whatever can be replaced in the next years will be. We wont need to outsource anymore, AI will do it. So, if things are bad, it will get worse.

https://www.barrons.com/articles/qualcomm-stock-price-sell-rating-4a4b0976

https://x.com/DiscussingFilm/status/2033668374295716018

A I-9 audit is in progress. Gainwell is doing their due diligence to ensure all onshore employees are legally employable. Could be setting themselves up for a future sale.

I want to start off saying that the TIAA associates and people I've worked with are great but the silos and Management are running the firm and the associates into the ground which only hurts participants.

Having worked here for a long time until being forced to leave due to Denver closing (not offered relocation) I am astonished how far in the Stone Age TIAA is.

Every business being its own silo prevents learning and keep employees held back when they are trying to find a role outside the firm. It’s easy to believe I had several roles in different areas at TIAA. They teach you just enough to keep you here until a point they don’t need you anymore. Which makes sense why I couldn’t get a job offer elsewhere until being let go having to re-learn same practices and new things not taught due to silos and getting rid of bad habits taught at TIAA.

I couldn’t be happier where I am but am sad that this company is an even bigger dumpster fire after leaving than it was my last few years there.

FYI - not to cause alarm but it is happening right now, as you read this. Confirmed.

At least that’s how it looks. Any org that’s been spared?

I've already heard about SEC, Converse, Distribution Centers.

I'm hoping to get a big buyout, what's taking this new CEO so long to do something?

ASML revealed plans to eliminate about 1,700 management positions, representing around 4% of its global staff. The cuts focus largely on technical and IT teams, and weeks after the announcement, employees are still waiting for clarity.

https://www.tomshardware.com/tech-industry/asml-workers-still-in-the-dark-seven-weeks-after-1700-management-cuts-announced

https://www.businessday.co.za/world/international-companies/2026-03-16-corporate-america-continues-job-cuts-in-2026-in-efficiency-push/

Any Princeton NJ personnel affected recently but layoffs?

First Brands Group will close its Cleveland corporate office. This closure will result in 110 job terminations. Most layoffs, affecting 105 employees, are scheduled for April 30, 2026. An additional five employees will be laid off on June 30, 2026. The company cited Chapter 11 bankruptcy proceedings and financial distress as reasons. Efforts to secure funding or a sale were unsuccessful.

https://countryherald.com/news/cleveland-ohio-110-layoffs-as-first-brands-closes-public-square-hq-in-april/

What is happening tomorrow?

Rutgers-New Brunswick terminated 37 part-time lecturers this month. These lecturers taught approximately 100 classes in the School of Arts and Sciences. The university cited reasons such as lack of funding or no continuing need for the positions. Faculty unions called the layoffs "absurd." They claim the budget shortfall is fictional.

New Brunswick, New Jersey

https://www.northjersey.com/story/news/education/2026/03/15/rutgers-lecturers-say-absurd-layoffs-dont-justify-savings/89139843007/

They gutting Poly persoanl world wide hiring cheaper hires.

Dutch semiconductor equipment maker ASML announced layoff plans. The company intended to cut 1,700 management positions. This reduction impacts about 4% of its global workforce. Technical and IT departments were the primary targets. Seven weeks later, the process for affected employees remains unresolved.

https://www.digitimes.com/news/a20260316PD235/asml-dutch-layoffs-equipment-2026.html

Warner Bros Montreal has experienced an unknown number of layoffs. This occurred amidst the acquisition of Warner Bros by Paramount Skydance. Employees shared news of their cuts on LinkedIn. The layoffs affected various departments, including producers and designers. Cost-cutting efforts are common during major company acquisitions.

https://wccftech.com/warner-bros-montreal-hit-with-unknown-number-of-layoffs-amidst-paramount-acquisition/

At least 30 people, up to the director level. Not a big number but converse doesn’t have any people anyway.

The return to work for laid-off Ultium Cells employees may be delayed. A union representative stated this information. Hundreds of hourly workers were laid off in January. Their scheduled return was within the first two weeks of June. Low electric vehicle demand could extend their layoff period.

Lordstown

https://www.wfmj.com/story/53480548/laidoff-ultium-cells-workers-return-to-work-could-be-delayed-due-to-low-demand?clienttype=mobile

U.S. employers announced a significant increase in layoffs recently. This trend highlights the importance of financial preparedness for workers. Experts recommend creating an emergency budget and building savings. Negotiating severance packages and understanding tax implications is also crucial. Workers should prioritize emergency funds over credit cards or retirement withdrawals.

https://www.cnbc.com/select/4-resources-to-help-you-feel-financially-prepared-for-layoffs/

Job openings increased to 6.9 million in January. This marks an increase from 6.6 million in December. Layoffs also decreased, reaching 1%, a year-and-a-half low. However, the hiring rate remained flat at 3.3%. Overall, the January data indicates a relatively stable labor market with tentative improvements.

https://kpmg.com/us/en/articles/2026/january-2026-jolts-national.html

New Jersey employers announced nearly 4,000 job cuts in the first two months of 2026. Amazon alone expects to cut over 800 jobs across several New Jersey counties. JPMorgan Chase and Citibank also filed notices impacting hundreds of banking positions. Bristol Myers Squibb and health insurers like Blue Cross Blue Shield will also reduce staff. An economics professor views these figures as small relative to the state's overall economy.

https://www.nj.com/news/2026/03/as-thousands-face-layoffs-in-nj-these-are-the-jobs-that-are-going-away.html