#policy

what exactlys the point of telling a customer we will give them one month free for insurance, perk if the customers are going to cancel it anyway? doesnt it hurt the company?

How long do you have to be in seat before you can apply out ?
Can you start applying earlier than 12 months ans is manager notified?

Now that we’re all back in the office four days a week, we’ve started noticing something interesting: there are a whole lot of headphones out there.

And listen, I get it. Sometimes you need to focus. Sometimes Teams is lighting up like a Christmas tree, your inbox is acting like it has a personal grudge, and you just need to put your head down and get through it. We are not trying to outlaw concentration, peace, or the occasional musical escape from reality.

But if everybody has headphones on all day, we may have accidentally recreated remote work, except now we added fluorescent lights, badge access, and a commute.

The goal of being in the office together is to make it easier to collaborate. That means quick questions, hallway conversations, shared problem-solving, and those little “hold on, I know who can help with that” moments that save everyone from three meetings and a mystery spreadsheet.

So in the spirit of encouraging more cross-team collaboration, USB headphones issued for Teams calls will need to be returned at the front desk. Going forward, Teams calls taken in the office will be expected to use speakerphone whenever possible. This helps keep conversations open, accessible, and aligned with the collaborative environment we are trying to build.

We want to make sure we’re using our in-office time to actually connect with the folks around us, not just sit near each other while everyone broadcasts “do not disturb” from the ears up.

So let’s keep an ear open, say hello to the people around us, and make the office feel a little less like a silent library and a little more like a team.

Does anyone know what happens if you apply for a job internally before the 1 year mark? Are managers only notified if you are selected?

“At this time the company decision is that we are currently unable to rehire any employees that were impacted by the RIF. This could change in the future as we continue to review policy. If so, we will most certainly reach back out.”

Former manager and adjacent manager gave good feedback to HR. Hiring manager was going to make an offer and at the last minute this came through.

USAA just return 1 billion to its policyholders in Florida. Does State Farm have the ba--s to do the same in more states?

Any news on the hybrid policy and potential changes to it? I’ve heard rumors, but they swirl all the time. I feel like it was this time last year they made some significant changes.

With costs continuing to rise, all associates who weren’t lucky enough to be allowed to continue to work from home for one reason or another (seems like the rules change depending on who you are) are suffering.

As an associate who was hired to work from home, I am trying to wrap my mind around what the company is trying to accomplish. I do not see a whole lot of collaborating going on in the office - in fact most associates are sitting in cubicles on top of each other, all on different calls.

The severance money is paid with condition that you will not write anything against company on social media. The moment company finds out, will stop your biweekly payout.

Was wondering is target changing there attendance policy system

Allow employees to retire earlier penalty free. No exit package necessary.

Such a step backwards to no longer offer automatic email copies of our paychecks. Why in the world would this functionality be removed?

Do we need to get manager’s approval for the Off Ramp LOA? Any restrictions or limitations that we need to know of (other than that it is unpaid)?

I have a phone that I want to buy. If given a chance, I might also consider buying a MacBook. What is the policy here?

Been hearing rumors from upper management that the company is moving towards having to smoke and vape free properties throughout. Can anyone confirm?

Methuen police leadership seeks a civil service law exemption. This change would base demotions on time in rank. Current civil service rules consider total employment time. The City Council gave initial approval to this proposal. State legislature adoption is still required for the change.

Methuen, Massachusetts

https://www.eagletribune.com/news/merrimack_valley/city-seeks-modification-to-civil-service-rules-in-the-event-of-layoffs/article_d3b0ce4f-8d7e-4094-87bc-c6abaef5b5b0.html

I don’t know what happened to phases 2 & 3, but the ER page says it’s being removed from JonesLink 6/3 and refers viewers to a Separation Hub which only addresses the VSP/ISP stuff.

I heard contradicting statements on whether we will continue to get severance even if we join else where.

What does fidelity care about and not care about as far as giving back equipment? I’m hoping I can keep the monitors, docking station and webcam but obviously won’t steal them. According to the fid central site if equipment is older than they like we can keep it but it doesn’t specify. Anyone know?

Is buying PTO a real thing? Can you do in middle of year if you are new ?

I hear from multiple sources an announcement will be made end of May, effective after Labor Day. Four days a week in the office if you have an assigned seat. You will have to attest to compliance with the policy. Three non-consecutive days in the office if you reserve your space. True? I guess time will tell. Just passing along some rumors hoping to compare notes with what others are hearing.

A company that has long said “agents are the core of our business model “ just made significant changes to their contracts. We will see how that dichotomy plays out over the next few years.

I just want to see if they made any changes since the last round.

Sounds like management is going to start up dr-g testing everyone again to find out who’s using, since all their sellers EOI’d

Dont understand "severance"

Its not a gift.

Its called "Severance and release" for a reason. to get it, you need to sign and agreement not to sue and non-disclosure

Maybe someone can upload the pdf, although that violates the NDA lol.

It is technically negotiable, but very few people do.

It is not really severance. its mostly just release (for which you are paid).

Just a reminder to use your floating holiday and consider using some PTO if you have a large balance saved up. Most states only pay out up to 40 hours of unused PTO. If you receive a RIF notice on 5/28, you could lose most of your remaining PTO balance.

What equipment do we return upon resignation? I assume just laptop and charger, but if there are other things, please let me know.

As we all know, WFH people were put into a separate bonus pool this year.

Where is the updated benefits document about bonuses that clearly reflect this policy change?

Come on MC, show your bias!

Has anyone noticed the updates to our dress code? I’m curious if HBAs will be required to comply???

What’s with the ethics alert about excessive R&As. Why bother slapping the wrist of teams using budgeted amounts?

If my team is awesome, who cares if I give them all of my $500..

what a waste of time

It's been an attrition tool everywhere else, first and foremost. But people are hanging on to their jobs. The market is brutal, so they're meeting all the RTO demands. I wonder how this will actually play out here.

I am supposed to report to the Dallas HQ in October this year. Is it okay to move schools starting October 1 or is it recommended to move before schools start by August 1? I wanted to buy time for obvious reasons.

Does anyone know if Transformation employees in Tampa part of the June round receive a notice period? If so, is it 30 or 60 days?

Due to the Iran war and the mess at the Straight of Hormuz, I've heard that the USA could reach an oil/gas/diesel lack of supply crisis by as early as this July. I could see the federal government issuing stay at home orders or at minimum work from home mandates to attempt to significantly reduce demand.

Would mean all of this RTO tracking mess would end up being for nothing.

Any thoughts?

The morning ODW went live, workday was still functional for a few hours... Logged into that and it said that site visit dashboards were being retired.

On the official RTO policy page, it states...

"bla bla bla fluff... While attendance will not be actively shared at individual or leader level, this expectation is non-negotiable." - Ok but what exactly does "leader" mean? Direct manager/director? Or execs?

WTF does that even mean? Why can't we see our own site visits? What harm has that done? Leader as in our direct manager, or is it execs as well?

I already keep an excel spreadsheet tracking my own site visits + PTO days because I don't trust the badge readers but why tf would they take those dashboards away anyways?

Maybe it's so managers can't see and warn those who aren't going in often enough? idfk bro..

I genuinely don't think Dell will EVER straight up say "site visits are no longer being tracked" because 99% of people would quit showing up lol. So I can't help but wonder if the wording is purposely confusing to make people think it's being tracked still?

Has anyone left Fiserv and had to pay back the cash bonus because tenure hasn't been met? How does that work?

They will keep all your FHA monies!!! The money you put in and the money they put in will be consumed by MDT after the 60 days. USE IT NOW! I lost 1200 dollars when I got laid off.

BNY keeps pushing RTO 4 days/week and open‑desk seating like nothing in the world has changed, while employees are left wondering whether leadership has even skimmed the latest CDC guidance on workplace exposure risks. The CDC may not mandate hantavirus controls, but it’s clear about best practices: identify and control rodent presence, seal workspaces, improve ventilation, use PPE when needed, and restrict work for exposed or symptomatic employees. OSHA’s general duty clause still applies — employers must provide a workplace free from recognized hazards. Rodent‑borne pathogens qualify.

Many employees in the Jersey City office in particular have reported concerns on this forum regarding concerns of rat infestation and control.

So here’s the question employees keep asking: Will BNY communicate anything at all? Will they adjust RTO, restrict open‑desk seating, or even acknowledge that shared workspaces increase exposure risks? Or will they continue the pattern — silence, spin, and “business as usual” — while employees shoulder the health risks?

With the recent cruise ship outbreak and the 2025 death of actor Gene Hackman's wife and dog, people are concerned and fearful, especially given current RTO policies.

BNY has a stewardship responsibility, not just a shareholder one. If state or local OSHA programs tighten requirements, the bank won’t be able to hide behind “CDC guidance is voluntary.” And even now, nothing stops BNY from adopting the CDC’s recommendations as a basic duty of care.

People aren’t asking for miracles. They’re asking for transparency, updated safety protocols, and a realistic assessment of whether RTO makes sense when exposure risks — viral or otherwise — are rising.

Until leadership addresses these concerns directly, employees are left to wonder whether workplace safety is a priority or just another line item to downplay.