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Maybe the problem now at RJ is a cultural one. In IT for instance Bella's nationality brings different values to the table. The people in IT feel like they are being treated like a commodity and are not seen as valued people. Not to be confused with... — read more 

ex/it what were your experiences

Wow. Things are worse than I thought apparently. It's depressing because I've worked for a lot of IT firms, when I started at RJ I really felt like the company 'cared'. About it's employees and it's customers. Service First and all of that. I was... — read more 

Wow. Things are worse than I thought apparently. It's depressing because I've worked for a lot of IT firms, when I started at RJ I really felt like the company 'cared'. About it's employees and it's customers. Service First and all of that. I was... — read more 

does bella read this? admin, are ip addresses tracked?

I'm not sure what might be more sad. Those who were laid off or those who have deluded themselves into thinking they are valuable. Btw - support...watch out!!

Wow...just...wow. So this is what Raymond James has become. Hysterical.

To: Anonymous , Saturday 10/12/13 12:59 AM Is it really necessary to call people out ? What does Kevin have to do with layoffs ? Why don't step-up and help him ? Oh yes.. Because you are part of "the family" and you would rather haze him from your... — read more 

Kevin Edwards, shut up, stop complaining and do your job. That may have worked in Memphis but it does not work here. Be glad they kept you around. Why, I have no idea because you complain and kiss butt. No one likes you. At least we do not have to... — read more 

To :dengue , Saturday 10/12/13 12:00 AM No disrespect to you and I do appreciate your professionalism, but I am not "with us" I am with RJ. I do not consider you people part of the RJ family. Tenure doesn't make you part of a family, nor does... — read more 

To :dengue , Saturday 10/12/13 12:00 AM No disrespect to you and I do appreciate your professionalism, but I am not "with us" I am with RJ. I do not consider you people part of the RJ family. Tenure doesn't make you part of a family, nor does... — read more 

@"Still with and Love RJ" - I respect your opinion even though I cannot disagree more with pretty much all statements you made here. Out of curiosity, approximately how long have you been with us?

Sure, I love the challenge my job brings, I love feeling empowered to make a difference, I love the fact "although not perfect" people are open to my thoughts and ideas providing I take the time to understand and respect what THEY are trying to do... — read more 

So sad for Still with and Love RJ....she thinks it will not happen to her. Hahahahhahahahahhahaha. I personally have never been laid off but my heart goes out to all who did. I know how talented and hard working they are.

When evaluating a company, you want to see how they treat shareholders, employees and the country. RJ covers item #1 (shareholders) and the mgmt could give a fck about #2 (employees) and #3 (the country). This board proves my statement about #2 -... — read more 

@"Still with and Love RJ" - you never told us what you LOVE ABOUT RJ? It's you who bitched here - why don't you enlighten us and tell us why we need to appreciate the company that has no respect for the individual?

Just came across this site, and wow it's a hell of a read (and yes I went through evey line). I'm just going to rip the bandaid off and say it, you people are truly pathetic !!! You agreed to do a job and for years you've been paid well to do it. The... — read more 

It's sad, but also kind of funny at the same time. Woo Hoo will never know the joy of working for a truly amazing company that appreciated hard work and will also never know the joy of working with a truly amazing group of hard working, talented and... — read more 

Woo-hoo... Believe me, the RJ culture has changed. Some of this stuff people are saying sounds alarmist. People are saying it cause they love RJ more than you ever will ( yes, not just a job .. A family, a career) and hate to see it fall.

Woo-hoo... Believe me, the RJ culture has changed. Some of this stuff people are saying sounds alarmist. People are saying it cause they love RJ more than you ever will ( yes, not just a job .. A family, a career) and hate to see it fall.

Yes, it's just a job Woo Hoo, but it used to be a rewarding career. I think that is the main point being expressed here. This site is called "The Layoff" so the topic also seems relevant. Cheers...

I like working here at RJ. Take your layoff pipe and go bury it. Move on. II's just a job.

The strange character Bruce Mellusi is still hanging everybody out awaiting the re-org news. It will be interesting to see what decisions he makes. No telling what he will do.

To "It was great": Sadly, its been my life long working experience that I have to agree with you. Sadder still I've have witnessed this at other corporations and once employee trust is eroded away, its gone forever. RJ has blown it. Its Tom's fault... — read more 

Everybody is missing the key weakness of the new management. People Skills. That is why the layoff blew up in their face. That is why people are leaving. They are not good with people and they treat them poorly. Need an example, Bella and the... — read more 

I endorse RJ.

It’s funny how naive most of the people at RJ still are. I still talk with many of them that believe the storm was over after the “BIG” layoffs. I got a few good friends that I’ve tried to persuade to polish up their resumes just in case. It’s... — read more 

Left the company 2 1/2 years ago and the feeling of being free from their hold on your soul was a breath of fresh air! My spouse always said they didn't care about anything but bottomlines but I didn't believe it; as a former dept manager the company... — read more 

don't forget the story about when the company was doing very bad (economic issue I think) and it was either Tom or Bob that went out trying to sell the company so they could try to make payroll. that sentiment is GONE.

Hey "Anonymous , Wednesday 10/02/13 1:30 AM"...what staffing company? I'd like to submit a resume.

hey barney!

to amazed in it--you're totally right. remember the story they used to always share? this company started because bob james was walking down the road and ran in to a former associate. asked how she was and she replied she had just been "let go" by... — read more 

Sink or SQM. Enough said for THAT department.

I do agree (I don't trust anyone) but the point I was making was to show just how truly two faced Tom is or maybe how naive I was??

I do agree (I don't trust anyone) but the point I was making was to show just how truly two faced Tom is or maybe how naive I was??

I do agree (I don't trust anyone) but the point I was making was to show just how truly two faced Tom is or maybe how naive I was??

I've been through 3 layoffs in my life time and they all go down the same way. If anyone thinks that they are indispensible, or that that company IS your friend, then you are delusional. Companies care about 1 thing, bottom line. Yes, there are... — read more 

Tom James has been named an icon!!! Are they serious!!! I used to be a fan of his like many others were but he has turned his back on us. I've been at RJ a long time and Tom always said how we were all like family. The company was small and we worked... — read more 

Tom James has been named an icon!!! Are they serious!!! I used to be a fan of his like many others were but he has turned his back on us. I've been at RJ a long time and Tom always said how we were all like family. The company was small and we worked... — read more