Wayne Peacock must go. Wayne Peacock must go!!
Time to go
Although Wayne Peacock should not burden all of the blame he has not done a very good job navigating the waters. Under Wayne's watch USAA has seen AML/Risk & Compliance concerns coupled with large fines. Recently the OCC called out USAA Bank for... — read more
The next great thing could be just around the corner
It's not easy to deal with being laid off. It can be a total shock to your system when it happens, leaving you feeling uncertain and uneasy about what the future holds. I've been through it three times and it doesn't get easier. But here's the good... — read more
Toxic Sh!thole
It’s so sad that this once great company has become such a toxic mess. Group think, check the box low quality solutions. Management by coercion and intimidation, micromanagement. Members deserve better. (Members and employees who are also members)... — read more
What about the Severance package?
Can anyone tell what severance package they got for recent layoff?
Also reducing office space??
The SA Express article and the P&C Specialist article both state we are also reducing office space. Any one heard anything on that?
Excellent performance review but laid off anyway?
I am very disappointed and angry because I've realized that these layoffs are not performance related at all. I know some people who had a very good performance review but were informed that they are no longer needed here. It's so... — read more
What's the final number?
I've seen everything from 500 to 1,700.
IT in the cross hairs
They laid off entire teams. Mine included. Said our positions were unnecessary. We all had almost 20+ years or more of experience. We are being replaced by off shore contractors.
Are layoffs done?
Usually we don't have layoffs on Friday, but considering how many people were cut yesterday I wouldn't be surprised if they left more for today. Is there any chance that somebody knows for sure if layoffs are done or not? Either way, it's not going... — read more
The number of contractors cut
The number of employees who were impacted is around 475, but the number of contractors that were also let go is unknown. How many do you think were cut?
Huge Offshoring to India
Amala in India to meet HCL and TCS CEO next week.. Job cut are prep for offshore
USAA Layoffs happening now!
Whole teams are being let go across the organization today. Over 1000 alone in IT. What a sad day!
Stay at home at your own risk
Wayne wants everyone back in the office. Directors and other leaders are already being pressured or required to come in as an example to everyone else. Coming into the office is seen as a sign of “engagement” and of “leadership” these days. If you... — read more
Sound Familiar?
On the cnbc website there is a good article titled "A psychology expert shares the 7 toxic signs of ‘highly insecure’ people—and how to deal with them" (search falk 7 signs). Here are their most common toxic behaviors, according to Harvard career... — read more
Major UW losses but CEO pay doubled!
Per P&C specialist article, USAA UW losses were 2.4 Billion (more than the lizard) in 2022. But an article in SAT Express says CEO doubled his pay last year. All execs saw an increase in their salary last year.
Strap n’ hold on! Contractor armageddon in ecio.
armageddon time for gazillion contractors in the ecio organization in mar and april ‘23. mark thy words, heard it here 1st!
RTO
If anything is going to finally get me to quit and leave this wretched place it will be RTO. There is no need for it. None. Our productivity is just as good if not better currently. I can't understand why they would want to mess with that. I have no... — read more
Why does the USAA Board of Directors tolerate Wayne Peacock?
Wayne has totally destroyed the internal culture and is actively dismantling the IT infrastructure that drives this company. He brought in Amala who is essentially just a hatchet lady. She has brought zero ideas on how to service our members. Wake... — read more
Leaving Question
If I put my notice in now (Feb 17) will I get my bonus payout? Or wait until payday? USAA is such a dumpster fire...
2023 "Merit" Increases
I've been made aware that I will receive a 6.5% raise for 2023. While that may sound decent on the surface, I need to factor in the inflation rate/cost of living increase is also about 6.5%!! Therefore, this doesn't seem to be reflective of my... — read more
Layoff is a certainty
Managers have been asked to submit names of people who should be laid off. This is based on if you are doing "high value" work if you "performed well," or as we all know, is the most important criterion - if you are liked enough. At USAA, all things... — read more
Management is the issue
What is wrong with these managers? All the bs comes down to the bottom line employees when it’s the manager not doing their jobs. Idk what to do with mine he made it clear from jump he don’t want his boss bothered so going to his boss is out the... — read more
Just follow what directors are doing
Be alert, watch them.
Expense reductions - be ready
There seem to be quite a few 'expense reduction' meetings - be ready for change. Projects delayed, funding cut, people changing roles. Don't think it will be just the other guy or CoSA. This looks like a substantial change in the way we do... — read more
It’s such a farce
Wayne and other leaders act like it’s about the members. I bought into this, hook, line and sinker. Does anyone really care? Or does it get lost in the middle? First line managers would rather support the cr---y vendors versus the members. The... — read more
Layoffs
The ECIO line of business plans to do a ~10% reduction in capital expenses, ~18% reduction in operational expenses. This WILL translate to a layoff of IT employees. Your projects will be cut to bare bones. P&C will also have to reduce expenses and... — read more
Not renewing leases?
If leases aren’t renewed and it’s mainly claims in the office will people be wfh or paid off?
Company meeting
Any thoughts?
Best of luck to all today
Saw the preview yesterday. NMC is yellow. MC is green. Best of luck for the best news today for all!
Layoffs
Mortgage laid off 130 employees today
Started
It seems 130 people were notified today. Mortgage dept.
All Hands Dept Meeting!
CAE scheduled all hands department meeting right after employee meeting next week. Wondering what that means. Any thoughts?
Layoff
ECIO and a few other areas in the company are going through additional budget trimming exercises now. They're digging hard to cut more expenses. The previous expense cut a few months ago which eliminated contractors was not enough. In many areas... — read more
Now its back to the office three days!
Seriously, the offices are empty and we are not client facing. Does anyone have any real reason why its three days instead of two? Like the extra day os gonna do anything. No one’collaborates’ and eveyone listens to music while they work… — read more
Anxiety of waiting
Anyone else watching all the comments from different companies, along with the news of layoffs, and wondering when it's our turn? The anxiety is real waiting for the hammer to drop.
More federal banking citations?
Saw a brief piece in the news on this. The article was behind a pay wall so I could not get the meat of it. I wonder what the impact will be on the bank.
Attrition
Anyone else noticing the high level of departure in the 2nd line?