Everything stated...so correct . The company founded by TS was truly an amazing success. He grew a wonderful retail company and shared the rewards with the organization ...the people. Anyone who was part of the growth of Staples will remember it as... — read more 

Sycamore partners is a “retail focused organization”— just look at their entire portfolio. Why is everyone so surprised that they are destroying what they do not understand? They don’t want it- they don’t see the value in this business-their vision... — read more 

So many people already gone, most of our best already sent packing... How in the world is laying off even more people a good business decision? Is the management trying to bring this company down? I honestly can't think of another reason for such... — read more 

The blind leading the blind. New Clueless unqualified leader of MM. granted they laid off my team a few weeks ago. after I sold more all year than people on different teams(who still have jobs). If Chris is the future of MM techs leadership. Y’all... — read more 

The transformation of furniture is fully underway. Of those that are left if you don’t see the writing on the wall it’s because you are listening only to the words of SK, PB and SS. You aren’t observing their actions. SK wants everyone to believe... — read more 

This so called "right sizing" is nothing more than the death of outside sales people. This is what companies do to re-align their business model. What will be left of SBA will be telemarketers. Sycamore DOES NOT see the value with outside sales... — read more 

So it’s February 1st. Did any of the predicted layoffs happen? If yes, which depts and how many associates impacted?

It has shown us all the power of Amazon and the witness we all see as Staples continues to die. Retail and SBA simply can not compete.

Hi All – how do I get my W2? It’s almost the end of the month, I haven’t received my in the mail. I tried the e-Delivery website and I cannot re-register (the site’s telling me that I need to register, but I have an account – I do not remember ever... — read more 

Here is my story. I am a copy center associate, so pretty low on the Staples ladder. As a matter of fact, I do not think you can get any lower. The pay s---s, and the hours are sometimes unpredictable. I am to leave in about a month and I am ok with... — read more 

What do these people do? They are completely useless.

Congrats Staples. Way to go Syc! Great business move. Wish everyone the best!

Anyone have additional information on this? How wide spread it is? I was hit, along with my coworker. 91

Feb too?

A future of success. The company is actively right sized for profitability and sustainability. Real plans, real goals and real talent. I realize some may be affected by changes and are not happy about those changes or because of legacy. I would say... — read more 

Any Livonia layoffs yet?

The headcount terminations continue...

MidMarket had a couple of RSDs let go today. Couple "transferred" to new roles - probably demoted. 2.0 is near and so is Orlando in March! Oh joy!

is that, yes, it kind of scked, but it scked in a weird, innocuous and easily forgettable way. nothing new or memorable. the mo--n cover-my-azz manager, yawn. the charismatic, backstabber coworker, the hapless yet indispensable wallflower, etc, etc... — read more 

Essendant CEO Ric Phillip says the top-tier distributor of business and industrial products is “well positioned” to close on its pending acquisition by Staples—but final approval is delayed by the government shutdown. When Essendant Inc. and Staples... — read more 

Not that Staples actually have a thriving soul, but there was a sense of appreciation and transparency for and to associates at one time. I've watch 2018 become the year that Staples has become the black eyed soulless creature that roams the street... — read more 

They nuke NAMES, they NUKE dates, and somehow the layoffs keep coming EXACTLY as expected. The HR trolls are mostly silent today. Maybe THEY got laid off hahahaha.

At least 40 let go in facilities business development. All were on a conf call and got the word. Nasty way going about it but not surprised.

Saw a post about a office affair...whered it go? That guy that heads up that office is a mess.

2 weeks and the door will be swinging. Massive shake up coming. Welcome to 2.0!

Any word of layoffs coming for B.I.?

From what I've heard the IFSS role is going to be eliminated, but it is going to be replaced with two new roles, one focused on inbound leads / opportunities with most likely a decreased pay, or a full cold calling outbound position with potential to... — read more 

and there's a limit to how many lies your social circle will deal with.

All I want for Christmas is some transparency. End the cheerleading and drop the hammer of reality.

What do we get in severance if we are lucky and get laid off in Jan 2019? Can we ask to get laid off? I'm ready, so ready. Lay me off please!

Its a coming. Have they picked you to exit? Sandy (Jesus) has a list of names and titles to be eliminated. Happy New Year!

Staples officially confirmed that the two executives from it’s North America operations are leaving the company but didn’t provide any further details about these departures. Both of them are company vets. Was hoping to get some thoughts on this, as... — read more 

it's not in their best short-term interests. if you don't grasp that by now, that the media is controlled and that YOU are sold whatever they believe they can sell.. then you're in far more trouble than anybody else can ever tell.

Merry Xmas and a Happy New Year. Your jobs are now secure. Lots of work to keep you all employed. You can breath now!

one thing I learned from working at Indian companies is that their primary mindset is "cutting costs". As I later learned, that's the predominant mindset at Staples. And that's why Staples is dying and Amazon and Microsoft are not. you either have... — read more 

Staples Inc has confirmed the departures of two long-serving senior executives from its North American operations. Company veteran Steve Matyas is to leave Staples after 27 years. Matyas began his Staples career in 1991 when he became the first... — read more