I’m investing in my own skills because clearly no one else is going to. I feel like this place is intentionally pigeonholing us into positions so we don’t have too many options to leave unless they’re the ones to kick us out. Anyhow, if there ever... — read more 

https://x.com/thejobchick/status/1964360192017256908

It can only hurt you!

Any idea what EM is currently doing ? Any action at top?

Allegedly he stayed under $5000 per purchase on his company Amex card. The MO was purchasing and selling tool sets. His boss must be in the hotseat. No doubt an audit is ongoing. I guess one way to "layoff" employees is to root out crooks. This does... — read more 

Do we actually have to hit 32 hours each week in addition to 4 days in the office?

I’m interested in hearing if you could pick any company to move to who would it be?

Does Labor Day count for an in office day or do we have to come in the remaining four this week?

Good luck!

Google AI: Medtronic Org structure is very deep, not flat. Will EM involvement drive middle or senior level of management layoff? AI answer: Involving activist investor Elliott Management (EM) at Medtronic is likely to drive layoffs at both the... — read more 

Google AI: EM board members are hired to 2 boards within Medtronic. With EM's involvement, which business units will be likely pushed to improve the profitability? any chance of spin off more business units? AI generated answer: In August 2025... — read more 

Does anyone actually get promoted for their work, or is it always about who you know?

Any bets on how Geoffy will try to spin the arrival of Eliot during the global town hall?

No more diabetes... no more Sean Salmon: Blackstone proponent... can we rid Backstone and other toxic private equity from extracting the value out of the best growth opportunities? If private equity will fund a program, shouldn't we? Will more... — read more 

An acquaintance reached out about a job posting she saw at Medtronic. She asked me what I thought about this company. I made sure to tell her how my group just had several people laid off for no cause in May to help fund our VP's promotion to sr VP... — read more 

And did you wonder if that was Elliot Management?

As an activist hedge fund, Elliott Investment Management pushes for changes that often result in significant layoffs at the companies it invests in. While Elliott does not directly manage the day-to-day operations, its influence on corporate boards... — read more 

Some of you are nervous about Elliott Management, saying it might mean layoffs. A future with Geoff Martha definitely means continued layoffs and possibly much worse anyway, while him and the board continue to sacrifice others to benefit themselves... — read more 

How do people not realize this?

In GM’s earnings video, he makes EM sound friendly and benevolent. What is Elliot Management actually thinking about Medtronic and changes that need to be made?

All I could think about yesterday is when Geoff will be canned after the Elliott management stake. I watched Geoff’s video yesterday from his desk, after earnings announcement. He played off Elliott’s investment as a long term play with them more... — read more 

It’s frustrating to see so many managers sitting in endless meetings while the people who actually got things done are gone. The company is for some reason keeping the wrong people and losing the real value. It makes you wonder how decisions are even... — read more 

Isn’t the stated point of return to office that we collaborate with our team in person? It looks like our team will be divided up across the building. We don’t even sit by each other.

Fire GM will ya!

I’ve been thinking about whether it’s worth staying here until retirement. For me, it’s not, since I’ve still got many years left and I’m already exploring other opportunities. But I’m wondering, how close to retirement would you have to be to... — read more 

How will HR respond to potential employers when asked how you left? Will they say you were fired or just confirm your time as an employee?

Curious how folks are feeling about this fiscal year so far. With all the recent changes and shifting priorities, is anyone else picking up on signals about where things might be headed? I’m not looking for doom-and-gloom hot takes—more wondering if... — read more 

Webcams have been installed on all of our computers over the weekend at NV. Has anyone heard of any policy change mandating to keep cameras on during meetings now ?

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GMs pay up 16% vs FY24 339:1 Median Employee to CEO pay. https://www.medicaldesignandoutsourcing.com/medtronic-ceo-pay-executive-compensation-fiscal-2025/

Been here a few months and still can't believe how normal it is to expect people to work ten hour days like it's nothing. Why are so many okay with this? Or is this just my team?

Perhaps you have read this but perhaps not. Medtronic is even behind in this department but it is here https://www.wnd.com/2025/08/inside-offshoring-playbook-how-u-s-companies-replace/

We were told by a higherup to give “instant feedback” even if it’s to our boss, like that’s not going to backfire. I raised an issue with my supervisor yelling at me and HR just quoted policy like that magically protects me. I’m tired of pretending... — read more 

My onsite take on the RTO being one month away .... anyone else notice assigned cubes are filling up again. Just wondering if its only me?

BS is still 3 days a week for flex employees. I wonder if our management has discussed how happy employees impact productivity vs how to squeeze the last enjoyment from their workers. Seems to be working pretty well across the street. My guess is... — read more 

So as employees we will have a dashboard to check and monitor our compliance with the new policy. Does anyone know how it works? Is it a classic clock in /clock out which is only accessible in a Medtronic office? Is it as simple as accruing 32... — read more 

Burning PTO because you are sick or snowed in because WFH is no longer an option. I know there are supposed to be exemptions if your manager fills out the paperwork but mine has already said they have better things to do. Squeeze your employees... — read more 

I heard today is the day, if so please provide updates. GLTA

There was a going to be a big and sudden announcement this week, stating due to the current economic challenges, such as Tariffs, supply chain issues, weak sales, etc, there is going to be a Global restructuring. It’s going to be a blood bath... — read more