I logged into fidelity.com and checked my 401k and it seems the profit sharing contribution was not made...it has been made on 3/31 for the past couple of years - not a huge amount but it was a nice little annual boost. Does this go away too in this... — read more
Oracle Layoffs
https://www.businessinsider.com/read-oracle-layoff-email-employees-job-cuts-2026-3 Daddy is setting the bar pretty high for junior.
Is Paramount actually Lumon from Severance?
Just read this... it's giving "waffle party" energy from severance. They really think going out for coffee is going to make us ok with going in five days per week? Do they think we're stupid? Managers who encounter resistance to RTO should help... — read more
Don’t be fooled
Just because we were spared this time doesn’t mean we are out of the clear. Once this WB + Paramount merger happens we are ALL on the chopping block. This can’t be helped. Allow yourself to breathe a sigh of relief then start looking again. The... — read more
when are next layoffs scheduled for?
Question for those in the know, since clearly there are some here. Obviously you get a better deal if you're laid off as far as unemployment goes. Last time Phase 1 people had to share in middle of September if they were staying or going. Then... — read more
No Phase 2 voluntary severance coming?
Given today's email, does this mean there's no voluntary severance package coming soon for Phase 2 people? I had heard rumors about mid-April, but I guess that's no longer relevant after today.
What did phase 2 email say???
It’s not company wide so phase 1 people don’t get it. I’m curious 👀
David Ellison is preparing to call Paramount's fully remote employees back to the office — with some exceptions
https://www.businessinsider.com/paramount-skydance-return-to-office-rto-mandate-remote-employees-relocate-2026-3
RTO Phase 2 email
They should be sent out before EOD today. It's going to be a good news for many.
unchecked behavior
talking to friends in several departments and noticing a trend of some managers and directors using the current uncertainty and fear and they are taking advantage of having a longer leash than usual. i.e. the difficult ahole you try to avoid has... — read more
Faith in leader
https://deadline.com/2026/03/david-ellison-lawmakers-letter-jobs-paramount-wbd-merger-1236760899/
We'll be having regular quarterly layoffs for a while
For at least a couple of years, until everything settles down. There's no doubt about this in my mind. If you like job security, you're out of luck.
I Ran Situation
Due to the ever-so-relatable surge in global oil prices—and their entirely rational influence on corporate philosophy—Paramount will be transitioning employees and “eligible deputized staffers” to remote work, in a bold effort to conserve fuel and... — read more
I give CBS News another year
Maybe two at the most. It's losing credibility, which is resulting in shrinking ratings, which leads to layoffs...rinse and repeat until nothing is left but a shell of once respected news organization.
CBS News to Lay Off 6% of Staff
https://variety.com/2026/tv/news/cbs-news-layoffs-6-staff-1236694889/
Makes you want to scream
https://x.com/DiscussingFilm/status/2033668374295716018
So, where are we at with Phase II?
Anything confirmed? Rumors are all over the place.
CBS News Layoffs This Week
That’s the rumor swirling. Allegedly Wednesday. Does anyone know who exactly will be affected? I remember an article from February saying that 15% of the staff will be cut in the spring so I’m guessing that’s now.
I now hate Sundays
Sitting here drinking coffee, and already dreading tomorrow. Another week of pointless frustration and wondering if this is the week they cut me. I know I need to leave. Just don't know how.
David Ellison received Epstein Money
How will this affect the stock price?? https://www.justice.gov/epstein/files/DataSet%2010/EFTA01299522.pdf
Will they keep Paramount+ or HBO Max?
They’re saying that they’ll combine the two services. Which one do you think gets merged with other one? I have noticed that P+ Mobile app is better, but HBO Max’s app is better on OTT/TV devices.
BET+ To Be Folded Into Paramount+ As Tyler Perry’s Stake Is Acquired By Paramount
https://deadline.com/2026/03/bet-plus-folded-paramount-plus-tyler-perry-1236752222/
I wish they'd laid me off a year ago
I'd be settled somewhere new by now, instead of sitting here praying my number doesn't get called. I don't even recognize this place anymore, and I know it's just going to get worse.
Stock is cratering AGAIN: get ready for even bigger layoffs
Despite all the irrational exuberance a couple of weeks ago when Netflix dropped out of the bidding for WBD, Paramount stock hit its lowest point since TWO THOUSAND AND NINE today. Seems the reality check finally reached buyers that a... — read more
Unemployment insurance question
Got let go in October and my severance will run out in a few months - when should I apply for unemployment insurance?
My hair will go gray waiting for phase II RTO
So much hangs in the air. It's all driving me insane.
BTW James Faris at Business Insider
If anyone here is providing information or screenshots to James Faris at Business Insider, be cautious! I’ve heard from my VP who knows the identity of one of the informants that they’re watching them and waiting for them to slip up again. I'm told... — read more
Hiring freeze
Is that now official?
JUNK
Paramount Global has had its credit rating downgraded to junk status by Fitch Ratings due to concerns about the large amount of debt it will take on after acquiring Warner Bros. Discovery. The planned $110 billion deal would leave the combined... — read more
There's hope for job seekers
Everyone from my group who got laid off has already landed somewhere new. Pretty quick turnaround. Maybe there's hope out there after all.
RTO in European offices
Checking in on the global RTO rollout: I’d love to hear from colleagues in the UK and EU offices. Has your local leadership confirmed a specific Phase 2 start date yet or are local labor regulations still being navigated? It would be great to compare... — read more
Are March layoffs still in the pipeline?
Does anyone have any genuine insights into whether or not the second round of layoffs will still be happening soon? Or could they be on hold for now until the WB merger is finalised? Doesn’t look like convergence will be ready as planned either.
STIP
Can someone explain the new STIP policy? Former employee here looking to collect their bonus.
The Way Forward
Predictions for the next few months: Phase 2: oh now we are sure we want to incentivize buyouts (if we were not b4) New hiring to replace opt outs and quitters: they are gonna scrutinize these with eye on filling gaps with wbd employees where they... — read more
HBO MX and P+ Merging
https://nypost.com/2026/03/02/business/hbo-max-paramount-set-to-be-combined-into-one-streaming-service-after-hollywood-merger/ 6 billion in cost cuts
How likely is it to get an RTO exemption?
Read here that a tiny group might get to stay remote, at their manager's discretion. Any real criteria behind it, or just who you know?
RTO NYC
Am I the only one thinking about this? Is anyone else concerned we have to go into the office every single day… in time square…. After ellisons buddy Trump started a war with Iran….. commute in the busy subways to the office IN TIME SQUARE…. so now... — read more
WB Declares Latest Paramount Offer Superior to Netflix
https://variety.com/2026/biz/news/warner-bros-discovery-paramount-superior-netflix-four-days-1236674011/