Do all layoffs need a WARN? I've heard now twice that a few people have been laid off in the past three or four weeks with no warning. No WARN, no announcement, no publicity (since it's only two or three people in both cases...) Is that legal? If it... — read more
Once again we are the best
I can't understand how, I can't understand who the people they keep surveying for these lists are since nobody I know would put Cisco anywhere near the top, but it happened again. Cisco is apparently once gain the best company to work for... — read more
This list is compromised and manipulated
This list is compromised and manipulated by ELT
Next mandatory woke education
Next mandatory woke education is May 25th - remember you must put 5 on the feedback form or someone will call you and ask why it's less.
Big-tech Covid Screenings unconstitutional
Even though I am vaccinated... When (IF) I ever return to the office I will refuse any screening attempts and sue the company who tries to screen me. Let thee be warned.
Not very picky?
There is a lot of hiring going on and I’m glad everyone has a job opportunity, however, does it seem to you that Cisco is almost no longer selective at all when hiring new people? I had a friend who applied for a job here at the same time as me and... — read more
Get woke, go broke?
This has become a popular phrase. But think about it, what role does Cisco's social justice messaging have in creating networking equipment and software? How does creating diversity of skin color among employees enhance a company's ability to... — read more
While waiting for layoff and package...
I decided to stay a little longer considering the offers I received were not enough to miss the package here. On the other hand, I wouldn’t want to give my well-deserved package to this company. Meanwhile, the motivation is zero. I can barely... — read more
Eager for change?
I came here without much experience and tried to learn as much as I could, but at one point I got too bored. I don't know if boredom is the right word but after 5 years I've had enough of Cisco and I would like to leave. Is there anyone else who has... — read more
With so many people quitting, we might be finally safe from layoffs
I don't see a reason for more cuts when people are walking out in droves. Considering that Cisco is not bothering to hire any replacements, I'm assuming that's their way of reducing costs. This is a definite win for them because not only do they get... — read more
One year Cisco gave out a 1 year severance package
The package included: one year of salary two years of health insurance Do they still do this?
Why do people keep saying
Chucky? Isn't that disrespectful?
My manager is working two jobs
Some of us were worried that he was going to lay someone off, because he was sometimes Awol in meetings. But a colleague asked him directly if he was going to lay someone off and he actually blurted out in a meeting that he also works for... — read more
I would go back to Cisco
Just to collect another one year package.
Is Alpharetta Doomed?
Georgia voting law opens perfect cover for Cisco to close Alpharetta. Will they take this opportunity?
New Cisco employee but already nervous
Will it be really damaging to resign with in 30days of accepting a job ? or I will be overreacting, impatient and would reflect badly if I leave.
When did you decide to leave?
That is, who is currently actively looking for a new job and at what point did you decide to do so? I’m a little worried about making a mistake, but I definitely decided to go and I already have 2 very solid offers. My reason for leaving is very... — read more
Is growth the ultimate goal?
Or, is it to get Chuck elected?
Stunning and Brave, Chuckie.
From the WSJ: Yet so much of this CEO posturing cites no facts—or even fails to mention the word “Georgia.” American Express stands “against any efforts to suppress voting,” said CEO Steve Squeri. “BlackRock is concerned about efforts... — read more
Does DNA Center Still Have A Pulse?
Every organization has a strategy to leverage the cloud or PaaS/SaaS, but there was Cisco still forcing $100k pizza boxes down clients throats for Prime Infrastructure like features . Has the Enterprise Networking business unit made a move yet to... — read more
Cisco is a good company to work for and even to retire
Most of you may not agree but Cisco was very good to most of us who worked here for 20+ years - and mind you - I am not talking about Director/VP but just Lv 10 to 12 career. I do not care what others made at higher level and what their... — read more
Is there any more growth plan here?
Cisco seems not to have had a growth plan for a long time. Growth is no longer an imperative for this company, as it once was. Once upon a time, this was a company run by visionaries interested in business growth, which could be achieved through... — read more
Managers today are just playing a role to collect a paycheck
Years ago, Cisco actually had real leaders in the company. They had a strategy aligned to customer needs and an execution plan to drive business growth. They built strong teams and grew their people ensuring there were viable careers here. The... — read more
Cisco is not as bad with layoffs
I think when you look at our industry and the numbers of layoffs, Cisco is not that bad. I'm not justifying layoffs - let me make that clear right now - I'm just saying that when it comes to job security, we're still not as bad as so many other... — read more
It's not who you know
Just sayin.
Middle management is completely decoupled
from reality of what it took Cisco to build a great company. They only care about taking care of their own.
A lot of what Cisco does
Could be replaced with a $60 Raspberry Pi? Think about it. I bought ten Raspberry Pi's and put Arch, Ubuntu, Raspberrian, Wheezy, XBMC, and tried out several other Distros. (Note I didn't install CentOS because of what's going on now. Maybe... — read more
Honestly; how busy is your schedule?
Lately, it occurs to me; what a long strange trip it's been. I actually had to work today for an hour. That makes about three hours honest work this week. Who's running this show nowadays?
New layoffs when
Any layoffs happened recently I see lots of people leaving Cisco and 1-2 last day emails every week
New layoffs when
Any layoffs happened recently I see lots of people leaving Cisco and 1-2 last day emails every week
ACI QA team s---s full sh-- of old and saturated engineers
Horrible people and horrible behavior. They don’t do extra work and demand for promotions and more salary. Many are waiting for Cisco layoff package. Cisco should get rid these old sh– minded engineers
Does Cisco self identify
As a distinguished leader?
Diversity - it isn't what you think
Pulling this up from a separate thread on not wanting Identity based Promotions. Thank you for your candor. There are examples in many groups of this insulting promotion behavior that taints everyone. Every director was mandated to sign up for... — read more
Some of these people deserve it
I don't like companies laying off either, but right now there are some real winner on the WebEx. One lady said she was making sandwiches and could not reply during a scheduled weekly meeting. Another guy said he cannot do Tuesdays. The manager KNOWS... — read more
Stealth Layoffs happening?
Anyone else know of someone who was recently offered a package?
I just read that Private LTE (CBRS) is going to be HUGE
Especially for IOT, which Cisco claims to be a leader. If so, why is Cisco NOT an innovator in this technology?
Salary of [sr] software engineers in bay area.
A friend was telling me that in bay area the average salary of a software engineer is 200K or more. Is this true?
GSSO is a joke
GSSO is a joke and it starts at the top. Shelly is the worse Sales VP I have had in my career in selling which is over 20+ years. She has never been a sales leader at any level and it shows. She is clueless about security. Notice in her emails... — read more