You cannot compare retail to first responders, seriously ? How about Macy’s shows a little consideration for their employees and have them enjoy Thanksgiving with their families. And, no, the customers that came in on Thanksgiving we’re only... — read more 

The customers who were here for Black Friday will never be back to the store (until next Black Friday, of course,) I will bet anybody that right now. Not a single one of them. It's the same thing every year. Which poses the question, what's the... — read more 

I also feel Macy’s is no longer what the store was. Very sad. We are now on the same tier as discount stores, no prestige in any way shape or form. Opening Thanksgiving is absolutely a nightmare, Macys should think of their employees first, but we... — read more 

I hope this is really anonymous or I'll probably get fired for what I'm about to spew. I just sacrificed another Thanksgiving in order to sell c-ap to foreigners that they will get for free with the rebate. Even though it's free they still want to... — read more 

The Boulder store was not on the list of 100 stores that are set to close, but the company officially confirmed that it’s considering that location for redevelopment. This confirms my suspicions that the number of stores that are going to be affected... — read more 

Anyone seen a list of stores that will be closing in 2019?

Kudos to all the stores who have set up for Christmas (under 25 million) We don’t get the recognition that 25 and up get. NewYork forgets we exist when they give out those awards. We never get our deliveries in time to even qualify. We get bare... — read more 

Take a look at the Wall Street Journal article published today titled " Macy's Radical Plan to Save Itself: Shrink". In the article, the Journal interviews CEO Jeff Gennette who describes in detail how of the 653 Macy's stores, 350 will become growth... — read more 

There you go! Smaller stores equal fewer employees. I get that this is basically on an experiment level and it’s only 4 stores that we are talking about, but if this turns out to be a concept that proves to be effective for the company leadership... — read more 

I was part of the February 2018 layoff when my full time position was eliminated and shifted down to part time which I didn't take and left with the package. Now low and behold they are making the position full time again and having trouble filling... — read more 

mplementing "changes" since 2008. They involve firing experienced folks, many who have been through multiple mergers, down times, good times etc. and knew how to manage change and hiring the inexperienced and sycophants and installing a reign of... — read more 

This is an excellent article for those want to get familiar with the plans of our CEO to give the company a new business direction and restructure it in order to meet the new and more challenging market demands. If you read between the lines, you... — read more 

It's amazing how many retail companies struggle

Do you predict that there will be Macy's Layoffs in 2019?

Our store was told a few weeks ago that it is being considered for sale as part of the company's annual property review process and that we should all just ignore the many contractors and engineers that have been coming into our store for what looks... — read more 

This company is going to stay in business, just not with the current number of stores. Senior leadership has repeatedly stated that the optimal store count is closer to 500 than today's 600+ locations. Macy's has a lot of good things going for it... — read more 

Rated by Goldman to SELL. Stock is at A little over $32 a share. Compare this with Kohls, Target, Nordstrom and of course Amazon.

This company is going to stay in business, just not with the current number of stores. Senior leadership has repeatedly stated that the optimal store count is closer to 500 than today's 600+ locations. Macy's has a lot of good things going for it... — read more 

Amazon is hiring at all levels, great pay and benefits. Would be nice to work for a company that will stay in business.

Our store was told a few weeks ago that it is being considered for sale as part of the company's annual property review process and that we should all just ignore the many contractors and engineers that have been coming into our store for what looks... — read more 

Any news of layoffs in January. We have an all hands meeting today. Wondering what this meeting is about. You never know with this company from day to day. Any info anyone has would be appreciated.

It’s official. The name is called ‘Colleague Sharing’ which is part of the integrated workforce pilot. Sales colleagues can pick up open shifts in a nearby ‘sister’ store. So far they are testing the Jewelry Complex, RTW, and BT. I’m sure it will be... — read more 

Please chime in. Thoughts?

Has anyone seen the AST build for holiday? Are we getting extra hours?

How true is it that they will eliminate all Support 8030 and MTM's. Is this part of the so called Integrated system? Have not heard anything.

How to get rid of a store mgr.? She is a bully and does nothing but delegate.

Is Christmas up earlier this year? Just saw setups in Bay Area CA store. Caught me by surprise.

Is Ast going to be combined with At Your Service?

What was this about? Anyone know? Many stores making their PTG bonus so were sales plans reduced? Not much to celebrate if you are planned down to Last Year.

I know it’s going to sound like I’m overvaluing the company efforts, but this really struck me as very good advertising. This is a good link between ecommerce and physical stores, and it’s something new and creative. Now that the sales are rising and... — read more 

Any news on what will become of salaried sales managers this go round?

The ideal candidate needs to be comfortable and effective leading through significant complexity. Candidates must be comfortable with quickly evaluating and SUNSETTING legacy approaches that no longer align to the STRATEGY (EVEN THOUGH THEY MIGHT... — read more 

Has anyone had feedback or success dealing with the new HR programs when “opening a case” just isn’t good enough? While MyHR has made it slightly easier and more accessible for all people leaders to preform common/basic HR functions for colleagues... — read more 

I am so sad to see everyone leaving. What is happening behind closed doors with the GM’s?

Did any interesting information come out of the holiday meeting in Reno? Still opening Thanksgiving evening?

The Arizona center eliminated all non-escalation call leads in the entire center. All backline positions were terminated. Per upper management, severance will NOT be offered to backline reps due to the (temporary/seasonal) customer service position... — read more 

Anybody know about district realignment?