Just a suggestion when a lot of us get the axe. I plan on taking my 401k elsewhere. They will not keep a dime of my money to ‘manage’. They couldn’t manage a lemonade stand well. As long as you roll it into another retirement type fund at Fidelity... — read more 

Anybody else checking this site and stressing over what's to come instead of relaxing during the weekend? Being in my early fifties, I know my odds will not be good when layoffs hit. And I also know that job market for somebody my age is far from... — read more 

Marketing is the only general department that hasn’t heard a thing. I am sure it’s a matter of time. Any info on future plans would be appreciated! Not knowing stinks.

Thought this could be useful here, considering that some of us will be out of a job soon. Some good advice here, even if some of it is really obvious. New career search doesn't have to be daunting... — read more 

It's like can you guys come on all ready. All this waiting to hear about our jobs as analyst is crazy. It's bringing out the worst in people and in the worst in the town. #overit

How will the layoff effect people planning on retiring this year?

Please reply. This is a sarcasm post.

As a current State Farm employee who was impacted by the reorganization, Ive watch several of my friends leave or retire from The Farm. The choices the company gives are irrational. They’ve become a metrics based organization ever since Tipsord... — read more 

The bank is an operational nightmare that has never been on the right path, or any path for that matter. Deposits are stagnant, the mortgage product is a joke and vehicle lending has no clue how to compete in the market. The bank has been developing... — read more 

I was wondering if it is true that the layoffs will only hit IT? My dad works at Bloomington, but he is not IT, so I'm not sure if he is safe or not. He keeps saying there's nothing to worry about, but he'd be saying the same thing if we were on the... — read more 

Where on Earth has any business stayed at the top of their industry for 10 years, much less 70 years as SF has. There are times when you have to change A LOT. The entire Agency structure shrunk and a significant number of high paying jobs were cut... — read more 

Thought this could use to be pushed to the top given latest news. Not my post, OP is @RpNmAyg-olkf. I worked for State Farm for 25 years and left well before retirement age feeling it needed to trim down. It was tiring trying to make a difference; so... — read more 

What are your thoughts?

I am appalled with what folks are discussing here – there is a lot of confidential State Farm information here. This information is proprietary to State Farm, henceforth it should not be discussed in a public forum like this. Discussing layoffs in... — read more 

I'm a thirty year employee of State Farm and while, yes, there have been some layoffs, and more are expected, where were all you malcontents when they couldn't find enough Systems and IT people to staff their needs? Those first rounds of layoffs... — read more 

They are releasing a lot of first line but then promoting or hiring more first line. There is some sketchy method to the madness, and someone is making those decisions. Look at the new org chart for IT: they have many TBD on it where they should have... — read more 

Post updates here - Claim Representatives Master Discussion Thread (February/March 2018 Layoffs for State Farm) I'll make threads for CIR, AD services, Claims Management, LD, Claim Reps. Tacoma, Systems, Underwriting, Bank...

Post updates here - Bank - Discussion Thread (February/March 2018 Layoffs for State Farm) I'll make threads for CIR, AD services, Claims Management, LD, Claim Reps. Tacoma, Systems, Underwriting, Bank

Post updates here - Underwriting Discussion Thread (February/March 2018 Layoffs for State Farm) I'll make threads for CIR, AD services, Claims Management, LD, Claim Reps. Tacoma, Systems, Underwriting, Bank

Post updates here - Systems - Discussion Thread (February/March 2018 Layoffs for State Farm) I'll make threads for CIR, AD services, Claims Management, LD, Claim Reps. Tacoma, Systems, Underwriting, Bank

Post updates here - Tacoma Discussion Thread (February/March 2018 Layoffs for State Farm) I'll make threads for CIR, AD services, Claims Management, LD, Claim Reps. Tacoma, Systems, Underwriting, Bank

Post updates here - LD Master Discussion Thread (February/March 2018 Layoffs for State Farm) I'll make threads for CIR, AD services, Claims Management, LD, Claim Reps. Tacoma, Systems, Underwriting, Bank

Post updates here - Claims Management Master Discussion Thread (February/March 2018 Layoffs for State Farm) I'll make threads for CIR, AD services, Claims Management, LD, Claim Reps. Tacoma, Systems, Underwriting, Bank

Post updates here - CIR Master Discussion Thread (February/March 2018 Layoffs for State Farm) I'll make threads for CIR, AD services, Claims Management, LD, Claim Reps. Tacoma, Systems, Underwriting, Bank

Post updates here - CIR Master Discussion Thread (February/March 2018 Layoffs for State Farm) I'll make threads for CIR, AD services, Claims Management, LD, Claim Reps. Tacoma, Systems, Underwriting, Bank...

Recently involuntarily separated? Forced to uproot to keep your job? Know where some skeletons are hanging? Don’t take that crap lying down! Spill the beans! Inform and expose and blow those whistles! What are they going to do to you now? They just... — read more 

You have to realize this is all a thought out very strategic plan. SF stifles the communication for a reason. To put things in perspective it is only the second month of the year. In that time frame. CIR, AD services, Claims mgmt, LD, Claim Reps and... — read more 

How do they do it (layoffs)? A phone call? Meeting with HR? Please chime in - how does the actual act of communicating that you've been laid off happen? Do they call you in a conference room? Who is there? What do they tell you? How long does it... — read more 

In the end, there will be 1650 claim reps and 206 team manager left in the proximity role going forward. There will be 138 positions that need to be filled in places where they need more people and then reductions where there is too many. They are... — read more 

What is the hell is State Farm doing?!!!! More job cut announcements today!!! State Farm is digging their grave. Getting rid of soooo many experienced people! I hope State Farm goes under!

What are the traits of a great leader? Empathy. One of the most valuable traits a human being can possess is the ability to understand people. ... Awareness. Self-awareness--as well as insight when it comes to the actions of others--is always key to... — read more 

The latest rumor I've heard at the office is that from now on State Farm is planning to reduce severances significantly. I've tried to figure out what prompted this to start circulating now, but I had no luck in finding a source. Anybody here knows... — read more 

Tell everyone in your off about this site, thelayoff.com/State farm so they can share info, experiences. You are not alone in this. Good luck and breathe.

As one person stated in another comment, the research section is getting more directors. For the life of me, I don’t know what research does and now they are getting more leadership, lol. There are so many other companies that are way ahead of us in... — read more 

Word on the street in Merna is that if you got an invite to the call, you're in an area that will see reductions in staff and you may be considered an impacted employee in the near future. Affected managers received a separate e-mail concerning their... — read more 

Anyone have any insight into the VPO meeting invites proximity claim specialist received today? Topic is organizational change update. Possible announcement regarding the future footprint of proximity. Any other info out there??

Reads like a guest list for Medici’s, doesn’t it? And there are stories of true love mixed in there, too.

http://www.bodyshopbusiness.com/state-farm-buy-judge-racketeering-lawsuit-still-alive-federal-court-refuses-dismiss-case/

http://www.chicagotribune.com/business/ct-biz-state-farm-laying-off-employees-bloomington-20180220-story.html Funny no WARN notice has been posted. Guess they have 60 days and I don't think voluntary severance counts as a layoff.

Hi all-I was wondering if anyone here had any ideas on how to get around a bad review? In short-as a new employee a couple of years back, I got a 1/2 from a TM who is notorious for writing bad reviews; problem is, I’d like to stay with the company... — read more