The hardest part of being ISP'd was genuinely that I wouldn't get to see the people I got to know over a decade. I kept in touch with some that left on their own, pretty much all who I knew that also got ISP'd, and some that are still there. I know... — read more 

Heard that teams are being limited on their AI spend due to extreme costs by some dev groups. Like $100 per month limit is what we were told, but don't know that for sure. Anybody else have more details on this shiz show? Hahahahaha...AI is so... — read more 

After eight years with the company, consistently good performance reviews, and earning my Series 7, I never expected to be living paycheck to paycheck. But with the pay scale failing to keep up with the rising cost of living, I have reached the point... — read more 

Why, as a leader in the field, am I now having to do the work of this team? The math is strange - I generate revenue, the firm allocates my revenue for this home office work yet I’m the one doing their work. From what I hear - the GP running it is... — read more 

Why are we measuring workplace engagement with physical badge swipes? Is this how effective leaders measure employee engagement in 2026 when tech enables top talent to collaboration from anywhere? Policies like this make employees less engaged. What... — read more 

AI is overhyped and I think investors are starting to catch on. I have yet to hear how the AI companies, (ChatGPT, Claude...etc....) are going to make back the money money being spent on datacenters,(100s of billion$). As far as I can tell there... — read more 

They cut the people, but they don't cut the work. So the rest of us are left trying to do the same amount with fewer hands. We're now all stretched way too thin and I can feel people burning out. I'm honestly worried that some of the remaining team... — read more 

I just read Jones’ backstabbing lp proposal for B shares has been approved. Anyone owning A shares will be stomped on and buried. I believe they want all of you to transfer to B so Jones won’t be locked in to the guaranteed 7.5% and whatever profits... — read more 

From what I heard, Human Capital basically told leaders to take a training or read a book if they’re nervous about being laid off in the future. The focus should he gaining new skills. In other words, prepare yourself because it could happen. They’re... — read more 

Figured I’d use AI to create this since AI is our future. Thanks copilot! A chronological descent into corporate madness. 06:30 AM | The Commute of Champions Spend 55 minutes staring at brake lights because burning gas and inhaling highway... — read more 

It’s been almost a month since we were required to return to the office in the name of "collaboration," and all I have seen is people including leaders finding different ways to minimize their time in the office. Leaders have families to take care of... — read more 

FYI - Psychopaths: in corporate America, that number jumps to 3% to 21% for senior executives. This means 1 in 5 business leaders can have psychopathic traits. This is the same rate seen in prisons.

I despise it. And to think there was a time when I liked my job and I was proud to be working here. They've completely destroyed a once great company to the point that most employees are looking for a way out. I never thought I'd be the one saying... — read more 

I just listened to a podcast about the rise & fall of Enron. Shortly after the company started, they consulted with McKinsey &Co and then hired their consultant into the company who was later convicted for the tangled web of lies, deceit, and fraud... — read more 

And so it begins! The long standing tradition of the Managing Partner sending an Independence Day message seems to have been left to DC this year. What’s next?

It's been 1 month since ELT decided this was the most effective way to make us quit. How is everyone doing with it so far? I can't help but wonder how much more $ we spend to keep these buildings full of bodies vs have them empty? The energy costs... — read more 

Has anyone applied internally, was hired, then you were able to negotiate pay? I’m hearing there is a max of 8-10% from your current pay you can be increased. Is this true? I am going to apply for a position and have a great shot at it but need to be... — read more 

Just got a RTO related email outlining ground rules which included packing up all of your stuff if you plan to be in meetings for an extended period of time. It's bad enough not to have a permanent desk, but being expected to vacate a desk during the... — read more 

I would. No hesitation.

It is so frustrating to hear all about summer regionals, the importance of them bringing families together and continuing the culture blah blah blah. Meanwhile back in headquarters the minions are hard at work and all the fun and culture building... — read more 

Please be careful with how specific you are on here, especially about “inefficiencies” or even confusion in your areas. Some of the recent comments feel like fishing attempts by the people who are trying to cut staff. Keep it general enough to stay... — read more 

I work in an area that was affected by ER. I was chatting to someone in Field Supervision one day. It seems they had quite a few people take the VSP and retire, but not much ISP or outsourcing took place. What's the consensus on this area? What's... — read more 

When will ELT and Sr Leaders slow down the type and quantity of change they are shoving down our throats?! I understand that change is required in any organization, but for fcks sake give us a change to digest these changes and understand them... — read more 

They just announced official targeted offshoring in the Finance division. It continues to get worse of course

The department lead role feels poorly defined. Team leaders are still carrying most of the delivery pressure, people management, prioritization conversations, and stakeholder updates. Instead of shielding teams or helping resolve conflicts, the role... — read more 

We are stuck with "her" until 2028. The next MP will probably be dopey david or some other insane clown worse than PP. So what is everyone doing to keep their sanity while trying to plan ahead? Are you all trying to just stick it out and hope... — read more 

I had a dr appt yesterday. He asked who I work for and how it’s going. I said EDJ and that it’s not what it used to be and is getting progressively worse. He said he’s actually heard that from several patients lately. So, word is getting out in the... — read more 

If the answer is yes, did you receive any blowback so far?

Did a lot of people get a Needs Improvement on their T1? I’ve heard about 4 people say they did and I’ve never heard this previously.

The experienced FA losses are really accelerating. Big promises that weren’t delivered by Penny and her ELT, unforced errors like ent reimagined and return to office impacting operations and aggressiveness of competitive recruiting are all... — read more 

Now that we’re all back in the office four days a week, we’ve started noticing something interesting: there are a whole lot of headphones out there. And listen, I get it. Sometimes you need to focus. Sometimes Teams is lighting up like a Christmas... — read more 

Anyone else notice no one is getting promoted since ER?

Everyone quit your crying 😢 about RTO and get back to the office five days a week. If the complaints don’t stop you will required to work seven days a week on 12 hour shifts. Oh and no holidays off either! Welcome to corporate America 🇺🇸!

Alright, let's hear it! Comment below on the first week back under the new RTO mandate. People going from 3 to 4 days a week, how bad was it having that extra day and having 3x the amount of people around you all day? HBAs returning to office (myself... — read more 

Would like to hear from any non-ELT GP on here. I assume those remaining support the culture changes. Do you? Is there something we aren’t getting? Honestly curious.

Question....since I've never been laid off before. Is a severance package from EJ the same severance package other people get or does it depend on role, department, etc?

I missed out on the business update… anything notable?

This trimester update shows how pathetic she is. She is literally just reading off of an ipad. She sounds like a teenager reading a story book to a toddler. I just can't with this...

Can anyone claim anxiety and not be required to come in? Just found out that two people in my area were approved to be HBA because of anxiety.

Take your books and go small / independent while you can. HO will say the AI tools are to help you but they are studying you and will automate you. They watch your habits and clients closely and are making FA agents now. They will squeeze the ranks... — read more