is it just me or is everyone now scared of Wednesdays?

Has anyone read some of the job descriptions? They want all of these qualifications that they are never going to find in India or Mexico. Anything that is client facing or customer service based is going to fail miserably because of the language... — read more 

The only reason why I chose to stay instead of quit is that I don't want to give the leadership the satisfaction of knowing they managed to get rid of one more employee without having to pay severance. That's literally the only reason. I'm still here... — read more 

First of all, I am not going to train anybody. Second, what is wrong with these managers today who think that outsourcing is some automated process and all will be fine? They think all of this is some programmed setting? No idea whatsoever about... — read more 

What does the move to India, Poland and Mexico mean for Field and TAM employees? Should we expect layoffs of first level field managers on the MR or FR side? Any insight?

I'm done with this place it's just too draining thinking I'm going to lose my job and I come and house every day. In the final stages of the interview with a competitor but wanted to understand if I could offer myself up if I would still receive... — read more 

I heard today sales and commercial roles will be part of the outsourcing. So people in India and Poland selling our solutions in countries like U.S and U.K and Middle East with limited understanding of the media market in these countries. Lol how on... — read more 

Almost all senior leadership (C levels) is aware of the number and role of individuals moving offshore. The policy dictates that they respond with "I don't know" to their direct reports for now. The scale of the replacement is significant but "How"... — read more 

What's stopping the field from unionizing like some of the markets already are? Is it fear? Is it a genuine disinterest in the whole situation? I want to understand why people can't pool together for a greater common good.

Do you know how long our grace period is before we have to find a job(i know its 60) but is it the last working day or the last day of severance stops?

Is health insurance included with severance?

11 billion dollars in debt 2 billions of which high interest debt. Thousands upon thousands of layoffs. Many clients have stopped subscribing or switched providers. Is this all employees fault?

When a former employee begins a new job, their severance package will end. This is a crucial point to remember and is why Nielsen has hired a job placement company to assist everyone in finding new employment. It is extremely important that you do... — read more 

Last guy that did this at Nielsen was in front of congress this week trying to explain why his airplanes are falling apart.

I would like to know how much the severance pay was for the previous layoffs and how long did they stay at Nielsen before they were laid off. Also did you get any chance to negotiate the pay.

Any insight on when the new bunch of TCS groups are going to start training? I think I found the link on TCS of them hiring for Nielsen: https://ibegin.tcs.com/iBegin/jobs/288413J First group was already trained. The West Region test went well... — read more 

"I am fortunate to work alongside the best in the business, around the world, as we address unprecedented times of transition in our business. Together with our talented employees, I look forward to positioning Nielsen for the next century and... — read more 

This is like a game of chicken. I do not want to leave now, because I do not want them to save money on me. I also do not want to spend months in anticipation of being fired. Not to mention the joy of working in a toxic environment, where everyone is... — read more 

Enough is enough!! Do we have to continue to be strung along until d-day?? I'm out...F this BS. I'm not gonna train the person who will replace me. Bringing my 25 years of experience to the competition

Its business usual in our team like nothing happened.

Anyone else not seeing the direct deposit for this weeks pay sitting in their accounts as they normally do on pay weeks?

I am just sitting idle, not sure what to do. I knew this was happening and after the meet yesterday would give more clarity. I am more confused now. anxious when is my last day. It su-ks to work here now. I used to have some sense of pride working... — read more 

https://www.insideradio.com/free/nielsen-to-move-scores-of-u-s-jobs-overseas-amidst-new-round-of-layoffs/article_815875a6-ba87-11ee-9ffa-8bfc9c16c1cb.html

The fact that we have to guess and speculate about what's coming says a lot about this leadership. It shows a complete lack of respect for the employees as well as disregard for company morale. They simply don't care about what we're going through... — read more 

Hi everyone, I was laid off in Sep but haven't received my W-2 form yet. Whom should I contact? Thanks for insights

The situation has been unsettling, with uncertainty prevailing. Sujit's message suggests that once the hubs are established outside the U.S., many of our jobs may be at risk, adding to the current anxiety. Any additional information or insights would... — read more 

Where was our new Communications Director today ??? I thought Karthik would introduce us to her. No mention of this appointment at all. WHY ?

What a joke. I declined.

How much will audience measurement operations mix be affected in layoffs? Is it going to be tomorrow?

He will begin by saying that business was better in Q4 but it wasn't enough to cover shortfalls earlier. He will say a bunch of word salad that contains the following important phrases: "Where we work" "How we work" "Centers of Excellence" What... — read more 

Layoffs are not a business strategy. A company feeling pressure from investors to cut costs. Going back to the well is the worst way to treat your employees and causes anxiety. The people who stay lose trust in management, if they haven't already... — read more 

Tomorrow is Karthik's Momentum meeting where everyone has been saying he will announce a company layoff is coming. Although I'm nervous about it, it makes me wonder if anything anyone said here is true or they were simply saying things to make people... — read more 

They keep firing employees because the company's going downhill but they wouldn't step down? why do they keep scapegoating employees? shouldn't they take some responsibility (perhaps the entire responsibility) for what has happened to Nielsen? they... — read more 

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