I have worked for Allstate in what I would deem a rewarding role for the past 3 years. Been with Allstate for a total of 6 years. Met my spouse at Allstate and was married 2 years ago. I will say that my position and work itself I cannot complain about. Flexible schedule and four 10-hour days and can switch days off when needed, yearly 5%+ raises, performance bonuses (no I am not band E, I am a few bands below that), great relationship with my peers and mutual respect from my leaders, fair metrics, great PTO. While there are a lot of areas that have their issues I am fortunate to be in this position with the company that I am pretty content and happy with most things.
One thing that I am not comfortable with and that is the reason for myself and my spouse soon to be leaving Allstate is the lack of confidence in being able to maintain our current lifestyle, to start a family, and to improve our lifestyle. I do not feel that with the current leadership and the vision/direction of the company that any of us are long term safe at any position and level. This over the last 12-18 months has prevented us from taking the leap into buying a home of our own or even purchasing newer vehicles. With the recent layoffs and the obvious writing of the walls with more coming up we cannot stay and thrive in our lives. The sad realism of what this once great company has become and how its employees see things really is a shame.