Wth - we talk all about reducing cost and producing more business outcomes from ET yet we let the idiots in MSO decide what a great idea it is to go through a JOP process that has inundated analyst and managers with absurd postings...1,000’s of JOPs... — read more 

Has anyone heard if any job offers have been made to people who are competing for over staffed zip codes? I know they said mid to late April, but hearing rumors that offers would start coming out today through next week. So nerve racking just waiting... — read more 

I think they can change how the benefit amount is calculated, but can the pension be eliminated. What could happen if someone is already receiving their pension benefit; could it be reduced?

Fire field here and if y’alls meetings goes anything like ours did last month then I’m sorry. There was 21 of us and they told us there were only jobs for 11 of us. Furthermore of those 11 openings only 4 would allow you not to move the rest would... — read more 

Is underwriting next for layoffs?

Many jobs will be gone in St. Louis. All of QA and compliance will no longer be in St Louis. Half the workforce in St. Louis is cut. Epect more layoffs to come especially in St Louis.

Done with Concordville!!! Ugh...peace!!!

Or do they find out the same time everyone does? Just curious if the Directors and Managers already know what is coming today for Bank?

We keep losing billions of dollars, our best employees, and over 900,000 customers. The profits from the stock market have been propping up our financial results, but this cannot be counted on forever. At some point the operation must stand on it's... — read more 

G.J. and Ed Sr. Must be rolling in their graves. What's next, selling the old Corporate Headquarters. Such a shame. A historic Bloomington landmark GONE. Total BS in my mind...

Seems like there are many layers to the CCC that would benefit from a comprehensive review.

Any updates today regarding the Bank Structure Study results?

Do we expect any announcements? Any decisions to be made? Has there been any indication that something is going to happen? I'm no longer certain which I prefer: hearing that I have to fight for my position or that I've been laid off or remaining in... — read more 

For those that are “forced” into retirement, do they retain medical benefits? Is medical provided under pension? Thanks!

About half....hopefully, the current transitions increase that number!!!!

I wonder just how hard State Farm plans to continue to torture and humiliate its employees...

Two years ago new leadership at the highest levels took over control of State Farm and have begun a massive, far-reaching overhaul of every department of the entire company. As a result of these massive and still-in-progress changes, many long term... — read more 

OK, so L&D is going down by 80%, and they are the ones who facilitate training for all employees (think high churn in the hubs), which appears to be the same % Ad services is going down. Proximity is going down +/- 38%, and they're the ones directly... — read more 

So, apparently State Farm placed armed guards at its major hubs to conform to industry standards, not out of fear of retribution for layoffs that have been happening non stop for the past several months. I'm just confused, why exactly did the company... — read more 

We know from experience that most (not all, mind you) layoffs take place or at least start on Tuesdays. I finally found a decent explanation on why that's the case, and I thought other folks might be interested as well... — read more 

So. The dept wide meeting today where the 80% of us who lost our jobs were told we just aren’t smart or good enough for the future of the company, just wondered what everyone else’s thoughts were as we were pretty much told we are worthless... How... — read more 

I just heard the Bank directors meeting with the new executive team set for last night (04/05) was cancelled and potentially rescheduled for Monday, 04/09. Anyone have any info on why it was delayed? Or any new juicy rumors on the bank structure... — read more 

Way to spend policyholder dollars, maybe we should leak this to the public how much relocation dollars we spend unnecessarily. Why not keep him in A HUB and not incur cost. Once in winter haven he will not be in the office anyhow. This is why less... — read more 

So a posting came out for 214 para professional jobs in claims. Are these the WA jobs?

Has anyone heard if any teleworker roles are safe? I’m referring to individuals who work virtually out of their homes for Corporate roles.

http://www.paintandpanel.com.au/news/news/state-farm-wants-federal-court-dismissal-for-lawsuit

Anyone know anything about layoffs in St. Louis? Apparently there was a Structural Study that started sometime last July. The announcement of those results to keep this location open or shut down the Earth City/St. Louis location at Corporate Woods... — read more 

Outsider wondering about State Farm. Early March we got announcements that ~900 employees were being let go. Then on Friday March 30th we were notified people were walked out. Did they notify those affected in early March and allow them to work... — read more 

Can somebody here please give me a succinct explanation of what's happening at State Farm right now? All I know is my mom is completely stressed out all the time, but she keeps claiming nothing is wrong at work. I've been through posts here, but they... — read more 

Does anyone know how many folks are currently in the over staffed roles in Bloomington...IT Analyst -Solutions, IT Analyst - Department Operations, etc.? I believe 890 people will lose their jobs in Bloomington, but it would be interesting to learn... — read more 

Well today was interesting. 177 JOPs came out for all the Scrummaster roles in ET. To hell with maintaining stability and keeping existing scrum master assignments in place??? Wonder how many of the 3,890 prof/tech in BLM affected by the IT... — read more 

So this week, there has been yet another huge bombshell that was well- hidden from the employee base for some time. I can’t believe that we’re having to learn this news third hand from people who aren’t even associated with The Farm. Was at the local... — read more 

I can sleep at night again. I wake up happy and energized. I look forward to my day. I spend time with my friends and family. I am no longer criticized, micromanaged and put down. Finally, I am LIVING again. I forgot what it felt like to feed good... — read more 

"Our employees have always made us who we are, and they're at the center of what sets us apart. State Farm promotes a culture that helps employees evolve personally and professionally. We look for people who have innovative minds and caring hearts... — read more 

Certainly not its employees. I don't understand how a company of this size, history and national presence can make thousands of employees be on edge day after day, night after night worrying about their job and future. It is not right. The absolute... — read more 

EEOC claim mailed in re age discrimination, retaliation, hostile work environment, etc. I decided to speak up about unethical and probably illegal treatment I experienced. Encouraging all experiencing discrimination to file EEOC claim. You can set up... — read more 

Hire new people off the street and pay them the same as people with 5-10+ years with the company. Very dumb logic. WOW, wonder why we are losing policies, Tipsord? Keep employees that are beneficial and know how to handle claims, ones that come to... — read more 

Please, serious posts only. I have been through 6 of these things and had always been able to find a reasonable excuse to stay. In the past, Fire Proximity decisions at least gave the illusion that job performance played a role in the decision making... — read more