If we were to get laid off sometime this year, would we be paid that one week? Or is that never getting paid?
There was a way to avoid this
Many veteran employees have shared with me their willingness to accept a package if one was to be offered. I, too, would be more that happy to receive a package. Of course, as things go, those that want it most will not be impacted by this... — read more
What would you consider an acceptable severance amount?
One week, two weeks, one month per year? I'm just curious what people consider fair.
The worst possible time to be laid off
Any other time I'd be happy to accept a severance - no matter what it turns out to be - and leave this place. I wouldn't worry about layoffs one bit. But not now. With who knows how many millions of people out of work, many of them in our... — read more
Which countries will be affected by layoffs?
Asking mainly about UK locations?
How long will they keep us guessing?
I don't think it's fair to announce layoffs in thousands and then just let us wait for who knows how long to find out who is being shown the door. Now most of us will spend the following days or weeks, or who knows - maybe even months, with... — read more
Bonus
Yep Wilson and Shapiro are positioning for a big bonus. Bottom line
Every employee on Monday (6/15) should do this
Ask your immediate supervisor to explain the rationale of Allstate's decision to re-authorize $3 billion in share buy-backs last month (May 2020) when that money could have been re-invested back into the company (i.e. for employee retention... — read more
Consequences of outsourcing
Outsourcing has a number of unintended consequences, effects on brand loyalty and satisfaction — both for a company's employees and its customers. Outsourcing can also lead to disruptions in the labor force and even cause entire communities to become... — read more
Layoffs
Hello, my team discussed today exactly who would be laid off. We didn’t get any specifics, but one question was is it Allstate employees or employees in the Allstate brand (Esurance, etc). With Allstate cutting Esurance, i can see a lot of their... — read more
All-State Layoffs
What sacrifices are being made at the top? None! It's a corrupt corporate culture that will ultimately destroy confidence in the company.
3,700 targeted jobs marked for elimination.
Cuts are staggered throughout 2020, beginning in August. C-level anticipates major voluntary turnover which will mitigate severance costs. Real estate expenses being cut aprx 75%, with 14 regional HQ shrunk to Four, and 1 Allstate NJ... — read more
Layoffs 2020
It was announced to legal yesterday and will be announced to everyone today. It’s not covid related, they just decided not to put plans on hold because of covid. This plan has been in the works for a year and layoffs have been mentioned since... — read more
https://twitter.com/TheLayoff/status/1271111485834444801?s=20
https://twitter.com/TheLayoff/status/1271111485834444801?s=20
Severance
We know by now layoffs are coming, we know they will be company-wide, but what I'm most worried about is whether they will use the whole pandemic situation to avoid paying severance to people? I've heard some companies have already laid people off... — read more
rumor about layoffs COVID
Heard there is rumor about major layoffs because of COVID, any one know the number
Will Allstaters face layoffs if this continues?
How long would the lockdown need to last before the company’s forced to start letting people go?
Major layoffs at Allstate yesterday?
Rumor going around today that 500 no -exempt people were let go without any package. This is across the company not in any one specific location Can anybody provide more info on these layoffs? Is this the start of something bigger or was... — read more
Future of Encompass
While Allstate and Encompass resources are being combined for the independent agent market, what does that mean and what will the business model look like?
How many people work at Allstate?
How many work at the company? What is the overall employee count at Northbrook?
January 31 paycheck - one week’s pay docked
January 31 is the paycheck that’ll have one week’s pay docked.
Resume Advice
Every employee is encouraged to have an internal resume via TC. Take that same resume, tweak for external environment. It is a reality if you can’t relocate to where Allstate jobs are being offered, you must seek external opportunities. — read more
I have a feeling...
I feel weird energy in this place today. Something is going on. And whenever they send out a CI survey, something happens. Anyone?
2020 Predictions?
What do you think 2020 will hold for Allstate?
What motivated you to finally quit your job?
I've been considering it lately but I'm still scared. I can easily find a new job but there is never a guarantee that it'll be better than here. So I'm asking people who actually made that decision and quit, what motivated you to do it? What was... — read more
Allstate to phase out Esurance brand in 2020
https://www.morningstar.com/news/dow-jones/201912197082/allstate-to-phase-out-esurance-brand-next-year
Retirement Offering in 2020?
Will Allstate follow the lead of other companies and offer a retirement package in 2020?
Who controls Allstate?
Seriously. who is it that could possibly be so cunning,deceitful, greedy, and selfish that they think it is a o.k. To screw over so many loyal employees AND Americans like they do? Wut they r doing may be legal I am not sure but what I do know is it... — read more
How Many employees does Allstate have?
Please chime in if you have any details on this question: How Many employees does Allstate have?
IBM VP admits layoff/firing age discrimination. Same happening at Allstate.
https://www.theregister.co.uk/2019/01/18/ibm_government_lying_claims Whistle-blower needed at A.
Prepare to be in the market for a new job
It’s inevitable that deep cuts and layoffs are going to occur in Northbrook and the regional offices. Allstate is plagued with a higher cost structure versus its formidable competitors. And being a publicly traded company versus a mutual means... — read more
Allstate Layoffs 2020
Have you heard anything about potential Allstate Layoffs 2020? Any news or rumors?
Union
There is a serious trend of treating employees like garbage and our so called HR dept is an adversarial tool of greedy execs. And it is greed come on wake up! Their are small firms that succeed that still provide health benefits to employees. The... — read more
Because the internet...
Any other mco's/employees receive warnings regarding internet usage? Supposedly now any use of company internet and wifi is grounds for immediate termination. Curious to know if this warning went out countrywide. One person in my office was... — read more
Renewal commission cut to save $. Will it backfire?
https://www.crainsnewyork.com/insurance/allstate-angers-agents-sudden-pay-cut
Mutual Arb was not sent to everyone
Why would the mutual arbitration agreement not be sent to every employee at my site?
🚩Forced arb agreement is a red flag for what is to come 🚩
FORCING all employees to signa mandatory arbitration “agreement” or face termination. should be a red flag to all . if it wasn’t clear to you before then it SHOULD be now. Somethin bad is coming. DO NOT trust the company or the “leaders” in... — read more