I get the feeling many associates would be dismissed/fired if they had a random drug testing policy at work.
Any information on upcoming layoffs?
If anyone knows anything about layoffs coming in the first quarter of 2018 please reply. If you can provide dates, and site, and which groups, and any other information you may have would be appreciated.
The Talk
Were not comp and bonus discussions supposed to be wrapped up by 1/31?
Happy Bday The layoff.com
What a way to celebrate your b-day with a Super Blue Blood Moon Happy b-day #9
Countering the Dream Team
A corporate America dream team - Amazon, Berkshire Hathaway and JPMorgan Chase & Co. - are combining efforts to improve health care for their US employees. http://thesivertimes.com/2018/01/30/amazon-berkshire-jpm-enter-healthcare.html How about BAC... — read more
Bad P&L?
If PnL is bad for everyone in team, will they replace director and MDs or let VPs be scapegoats?
Associate actions?
I’m feeling a big one coming. Why else are the managers all in secret meetings?
Bank of America predicts a correction within the next couple of months
Is it time to short the stock? https://www.thestreet.com/story/14411788/1/bank-of-america-says-bull-market-nearing-end-of-leash.html
YouTube video describing your job
Post the links
Timing of quitting and impact to bomus
Does anyone know whether bonuses are locked in at this point and is it safe to give 2 weeks notice? Or could you lose it?
JPM investing in America
&JPM is investing twenty Billion dollars in the USA within the next 4-5 years. Opening many branches and hiring a lot of people. I may have to switch my account to &JPM.
This board has turned into TMZ
There is so much being discussed on this board. Looked at other boards for financial companies and nothing compares. Why is that?
Two members of Congress are blasting Bank of America for ending free checking account
http://www.charlotteobserver.com/news/business/banking/article196888769.html
Higher Bonus No Raise
What can one infer if your bonus was higher then last year but you did not receive an increase in your salary?
S-xist Place to Work
Very s-xist place to work. Complaints are quieted or people get a slight 'coaching' if they report. Then the victim is picked at by the horde of people who support this vile culture. Worst perpetrators of this culture are other women.....they dress... — read more
Traders are overpaid?
Equities Trading first year VP get paid more than 200k base? That’s too much...
Operational Excellence Path to Layoffs?
The latest is that all the areas are completing an "Operational Excellence" exercise, documenting functions across their customer facing, business operations and support areas. The project is supposed to last 3+ years. The communicated goal is to... — read more
Bonuses cancelled??
Anyone hear that the 1k bonus was the only one coming? I heard they’re doing away with bonuses this year. Really hoping that’s not the case; a lot of people depend on those!
Something significant brewing?
In my GT&O organization (heavy back office ops LOB) we have seen a new level of executive disregard for forecasted volume, being severely understaffed, and micromanaging productivity 5 levels down. Many many signs point to a line of business sell off... — read more
Ineligable to be rehired -a form of BlackList
Find Lawyer =“cease and desist” letter to the former employer. This letter prohibits the former employer from releasing any information other than your job title and dates of employment. If you have been tagged and having problems finding interviews... — read more
very bad working conditions being imposed in india offices
very bad working conditions being imposed in india offices, exploitation and poor pay, under threat of layoff.
Layoffs and etc 2018
Posting this to help move down the troll posts from Albany and other weird postings. It feels like a deliberate effort to bury real conversation about layoffs and other issues. Still hearing end of January and March for the 2nd wave. Also any MyWork... — read more
Sick but working
The last 3 weeks I noticed that several people are working while sick with respiratory complications possibly concerned to use their sickdays, I have seen this scenario several times at other organizations, but never thought I would see it at this... — read more
Apple Pay vs Zelle vs Google Wallet
I have tried Zelle before with friends and coworkers and they found it extremely hard to set up and accept payments. It was so difficult for people accepting the payments that they would either not charge me or made me cancel the payment and give... — read more
Contractor status
I was let go do to a small issue. As a contractor, to I have any recourse? I never even got to tell my side of the story.
2018 Predictions
What are some of your predictions for the year 2018? Topics may include but should not be limited to: Revenues / Profit Layoffs Sales / Acquisitions / Mergers Sr. Leadership Dividend Stock Price Total Head count Scandals Fines / Penalties Work life... — read more
Would you feel dirty?
People are claiming some companies (ATT) are funding the bonus with layoffs. Would you feel dirty for taking the money if that were the case?
$1K Bonus by Year End...
I guess we aren’t getting it since the paychecks were posted and no sign of the extra $1K....anyone know anything different??
Bank of America gives pink slip to many techies in India
Bank of America gives pink slip to hundreds of techies in India offices http://www.deccanchronicle.com/nation/current-affairs/221217/bank-of-america-gives-pink-slip-to-many-techies.html
Merry Christmas everyone
Hope everyone has a wonderful Christmas full of happiness and joy. Don't forget to tell your special ones how much you care for them.
FTE on H1B Job Security
Local Americans dont seem to have any job security whatsoever. What do H1B on FTE feel?
How will you spend your $1000?
Seems like a lot of folks are thinking they will get an extra $1000 this year thanks to the new tax cut. How do you plan to spend the unexpected $$$?
Bonuses?
So just saw this online. http://www.businessinsider.com/bank-of-america-gives-145-million-in-bonuses-following-tax-plan-2017-12 What the hell does this mean? In the past I have gotten significantly more than $1000.00. Bonuses are not guaranteed, but... — read more
More layoffs
I was already told 15 of us in our department were going to be laid off Any chance you'll share the department with us? No need for the location, but at least give us some idea? Also, isn't it sad that there is barely a week that goes by without... — read more
Prelude to the 2018 layoffs
https://www.reuters.com/article/usa-banks-livingwills/u-s-bank-regulators-say-four-bank-living-wills-have-shortcomings-idUSL1N1OJ1VJ
BAC tops Banks in AMERICAS MOST JUST COMPANIES list
...but didn't break into the top 100. Says a lot about banks. https://justcapital.com/2017-rankings/?industry=banks
Connecting with managers on LinkedIn
Boss did not accept LinkedIn but bosses boss did. Should I be worried?
Troll of the Year (2017)
I would like to nominate i.emoji as troll of the year. Keep it up.
2018 Layoffs end of March
Major layoffs end of March and some end of January. Be prepared!