If it's anything like the posts that are already on here from their meetings, then I guess today we are all in for a real treat...
Q1 WTS Kickoff
Wow. How is that man the new leader for a tenured sales organization? Technologically challenged right out of the gate and completely unprepared. Not to mention he made it point to insult those who chose a different path besides college to gain their... — read more
Promotions Make No Sense Once Again
Today's promotions, for the most part, are an embarrassment. Some were well-deserving, and some I totally scratched my head over. So many others, so talented, were left in the darkness. For the life of me, how do they get this wrong each... — read more
BPG Kickoff
Every year brings new changes but am I the only one who is deeply concerned with today’s announcements of how the company will be restructured moving forward? MO spent a lot of time trying to explain how Canon has been a company built on revenue and... — read more
SK Letter
Somebody legitimately wrote this paragraph and thought, "Yeah this makes total sense" and clicked send to the entire company. I get from this that mass layoffs will be coming before the 1/14 meeting (in particular the last line), but who knows. "To... — read more
Bold Predictions for 2026?
So here we are, the third year of the Kobayashi Regime is about to begin. The faux post-COVID “growth” has all but withered up and, if the trend continues, a nose dive should be expected in 2026. In late 2022, Ogawa proclaimed that the company MUST... — read more
NYE in Office...
Not sure how anyone else's location is, but South Jersey is ridiculous.. Considering people are packing up for our location renovations, aimlessly walking around because everyone's work is DONE.. instead of saying "Hey everyone, you can all leave an... — read more
Layoffs today
I already heard first hand today or some mid level management layoffs with a package
Timesheet issues?
Anyone else look at their timesheets today? The holiday hours are only listed at 7 hours each day instead of the standard 7.75 hours. Last week showed 7.75 both days. What's going on?
Song Dedications for 2026
How about we create a list of song dedications to a few of the stellar leaders going into 2026? My choice for Sammi in 2026 is “King Nothing” by Metallica 1996. Give it a listen and see if you think it fits. Other suggestions for the January... — read more
Cookies & Hot Chocolate..
You know, I get they want to do something nice before the holiday but you know what I think everyone would have liked? It would have been nice if they said "Hey, you all can WFH on Wednesday. The fact that there are barely any people in the office... — read more
Canon Layoffs 2026
What are your thoughts about potential Canon layoffs? Any chatter, news or rumors?
Canon's toxic corporate culture isn't just in the US. China is no different!
Canon's declining market share and toxic corporate culture isn't just in the US. China is no different! The Zhuhai and Zhongshan factories have closed. Canon China sales company is laying off employees every year. the CEO and the Japanese managers... — read more
Layoffs in NJ
Has anyone heard of any layoffs going to be happening in Burlington to get us to all fit? I don't know how there going to fit us all in. What's the word someone had to know something.
The Big Visit...
How did everyone feel from the big visit today? Not sure about anyone else's dept, but our dept literally got a 2 min walk-thru complete with picture taking.. . LOL.. Hopefully nobody stressed about what they were suppose to wear for this special day... — read more
Google Decision Maker(s) Must Resign in Disgrace
Congratulations Canon, every business school in America will be teaching the “Google Disaster of 2026” case study for generations to come. You will join the likes of Enron, the “New Coke” disaster of the 1980’s, and “Rank & Yank” at General Electric... — read more
The King is "visiting"
So rumor has it King Kobi will grace us with his presence next week. And of course we have to look our best, appear professional. Why? He literally zooms through the office in his entourage of sycophants, without a glance, smile, or nod to the ACTUAL... — read more
For Pete’s sake, retire!
I know it’s easy to point fingers when things are not going well but where was our fearless leader 2025? While the ship was sinking in 2025, he was no where to be found. From the start, he took care of all his friends regardless of whether... — read more
bonus?
no bonus this year?
Cryptic message
Shall we read between the lines or take some guesses aftet today's communication?
Google Project Team is a Joke
That “Fireside Chat” today was beyond corny and completely useless. I’m sure the 1933 evening radio programs were much more informative and reassuring to the American people. Totally scripted questions which were rehearsed, regurgitated answers that... — read more
Canon USA’s Crisis: Layoffs, Market Share Loss, and a Toxic Culture.
Canon USA’s Crisis: Layoffs, Market Share Loss, and a Toxic Culture. https://tonernews.com/forums/topic/canon-usas-crisis-layoffs-market-share-loss-and-a-toxic-culture-thelayoff-com-canon/
Canon losing marketshare
If you are in sales, it’s clear that this year has been one of the more challenging years. As most of you know, sales journal is a fictitious number that is used for compensation only. It’s a number that is scalable to increase/decrease... — read more
Melville Layoffs!!!
This is crazy!! After 18 years I just found out I’m getting laid off. The expats are untouched yet I am expendable!! I hate this place. So glad I’m officially done.
Employee Survey - Deadline Tomorrow
Tomorrow is the last day for the employee survey. How many have completed it, because nothing ever changed from the past surveys. I’m not sure of the purpose of the survey, so why waste my time. I don’t trust anything here anymore, the company has... — read more
They want spineless employees
So bad that you get written up for an isolated incident that makes you question your ethics look to AI for answers. Result your manager is a bully! And, HR comment “subjective” they can write whatever they want. What you’re describing isn’t just... — read more
Corporate layoffs accelerating nationally
The corporate bloodbath picks up speed with Amazon's announcement today to layoff 14,000 corporate employees (following their announcement to replace 600,000 warehouse workers with AI driven robots over the next 24 months) and following mass layoff... — read more
Management Liars
So, originally I was told last month that some employees would be able to keep their Microsoft licenses due to work necessities, now I’m hearing that’s not the case. I’m tired of all the lies, and the total chaos that this Microsoft to Google... — read more
Canon USA Melville Headquarters: No Official Sale, But Restructuring and Layoffs Raise Questions.
Canon USA Melville Headquarters: No Official Sale, But Restructuring and Layoffs Raise Questions. https://tonernews.com/forums/topic/canon-usa-melville-headquarters-no-official-sale-but-restructuring-and-layoffs-raise-questions/
Where are all the jobs Canon promised?
What happened to all the good high paying jobs and growth the company promised when they took all those tax incentives from Suffolk county?
Entrenched Toxic Work Culture
This is a great YouTube channel that will help you understand why Canon has deep-seated cultural issues. https://www.youtube.com/@salarymantokyo
Pet Peeves of the Week
Salaried employees who stroll into the office over a half hour after everyone has arrived and leaves exactly at 5:00. They know their boss doesn’t keep track of their whereabouts, so they come and go as they please. I know for a fact that... — read more
This weeks drop
OK, been waiting patiently. What's the clue and the initials for this week?
401K Empower is Already Trash
You can’t even register because their site is unable to send you a PIN by text. Ghetto AF. Sigh…Why are we treated so poorly?
Nor-Easter — NYS of Emergency. Yet no announcement about WFH. Know your rights!
When a state of emergency is declared and you’re a non-essential employee who could have worked remotely, but your employer still required you to travel in dangerous conditions, a court could view that as Negligence or Reckless disregard for safety —... — read more
MTP Call Last Week
Thoughts?
Sale of Melville Building?
What’s the word on the street? Kind of sus that they are moving servers from Melville to Ashburn this weekend?
Burlington only meeting
Any ideas why we are having this meeting on Tuesday? Seems weird
Leadership Message
We have several talented leaders considering leaving Canon. I personally know some of them. If any one of these members decides to go, the impact on Canon will be significant. You will not only lose these leaders, but the loyal people who report to... — read more
I needed to move my king -
My journey has allowed me to meet many influential leaders within Canon Inc. I've been mentored by top 5 inside and extremely grateful. Working below radar, and happy to report I've placed some on check. Good luck…. Inc is coming! #forthepeople