Topics regarding layoffs at Staples Inc.

Topics regarding layoffs at Staples Inc.

Leave or wait a little longer?

Significant layoffs are already a common thing here. The past year and a half has been complete chaos and I doubt it’s over with big layoffs. Given all that, I wonder if it’s better to wait a little longer until the next round of layoffs and go... — read more 

Hype conference

Remember this? https://youtu.be/aRUQAnpXZTI Remember all the smooth brainers spamming LinkedIn? el-oh-el

Thank you, Staples

If I hadn't gotten layoff, I probably would have put off looking for a new job for a long time. I got a 20 percent higher pay. I know people who managed to get even more after they left here. It turned out that layoff was the best thing that ever... — read more 

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| 2530 views | | 6 replies (last December 9, 2021)
Post ID: @OP+1e7MWyfC

The age of entitlement!!

Let’s face it. The reality is that this is a company/business that is owned by people who are interested in their maximum return of investment. They will make decisions, whether good or bad, based on what they think will achieve their objectives. We... — read more 

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| 2120 views | | 3 replies (last December 4, 2021)
Post ID: @OP+1e67fas6

Quick question, please

Are they still giving layoffs because I heard a rumor that one employee was laid off yesterday?

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Post ID: @OP+1e63GMsz

Don't make it worse for people

I keep reading posts where people state that those laid off are the lucky ones. Please stop that. I understand that you're unhappy, but people who lost their livelihoods in the last round are certainly not lucky. I know several people who are... — read more 

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| 2070 views | | 5 replies (last December 8, 2021)
Post ID: @OP+1e6LpEeL

This was age discrimination

The latest layoffs round was all about getting rid of the older employees. Look at the numbers. More than half of the people I know who were laid off were in their 50s. I know there were some younger employees as well, but nowhere near as many as... — read more 

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| 2690 views | | 7 replies (last December 6, 2021)
Post ID: @OP+1e5A98qa

Staples Technology Solutions- Leadership Disaster

They laid me off from the outside sales role, TAE. I am a previous sales excellence winner and had over 4.5M in sales this year. My director was a joke and the only true leader was demoted from AVP to director. I’ve heard that the inside sales role... — read more 

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| 2690 views | | 4 replies (last December 8, 2021)
Post ID: @OP+1e5VUCAb

ROI

Investment is being made in the sides of business that are growing and can make a profit and bring more value. These restructures are hard and lives impacted which is never easy. Staples continues to change to stay profitable and relevant as the... — read more 

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| 2340 views | | 9 replies (last December 10, 2021)
Post ID: @OP+1e5dySrX

We are all worth much more than this

There is life outside of this place and it's a good one. I know a lot of people who work here and I can safely say that any company would be lucky to have any of you. Just because Staples doesn't know what it has it doesn't mean all companies are... — read more 

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Post ID: @OP+1e3b0QSU

Just another useless move

This is not the first layoff/restructuring/RIF or however they decided to call it this time and it'll not be the last. The only thing they all had in common? They achieved nothing in the end. No improvements, results still suck, any material gains... — read more 

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| 2510 views | | 4 replies (last November 30, 2021)
Post ID: @OP+1e0FCTI5

Going the way of the dodo

After the bad feelings subsided after I found out that they didn't need me anymore, I'm not so upset anymore. Moreover, now I think layoff is the best thing that could have happened to me because who knows if I would have decided to look for a new... — read more 

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| 2211 views | | 2 replies (last November 29, 2021)
Post ID: @OP+1e0CPklv

Now that the dust has settled (sort of)

Peeling back the layers of the onion you start to realize that they are just shifting business to other companies they own rather than getting out of any business. Spread the word to any customer you have contacts with or anyone who needs to hear... — read more 

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| 2660 views | | 2 replies (last November 25, 2021)
Post ID: @OP+1dYcFcwS

Could it have been better?

No matter what, I have some good memories from Staples because I worked with great people, learned a lot about the job and gained experience, and everything used to be a lot different. It is clear to me that it is almost natural for every... — read more 

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| 2820 views | | 6 replies (last November 29, 2021)
Post ID: @OP+1dXJqvOk

Scared to quit

I've had enough but I'm scared to quit. Just when I think the latest round of layoffs is going to help me make up my mind, I rationalize it as being over and done with and now I can relax for a while, no need to worry. Then another round happens... — read more 

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| 2390 views | | 6 replies (last November 24, 2021)
Post ID: @OP+1dWHeXXG

More layoffs

I mean everyone that has been here at staples should know this happens 2 x’s out of the year especially towards the end. More layoffs to happen in the Orlando area business center… who’s to say elsewhere. This is all sales. When quota is not met... — read more 

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| 2430 views | | 3 replies (last November 22, 2021)
Post ID: @OP+1dVFg8b4

It's Very Unfortunate

It's very unfortunate that a company like Staples (and others) that "values their associates" never has a human resource optimization program in effect. Usually the first pass budgets come out in the Fall and management is shocked they have to cut to... — read more 

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| 2880 views | | 4 replies (last November 29, 2021)
Post ID: @OP+1dUlLQtZ

There's nothing to stay for

When I started working at Staples I had good pay and good benefits and I could look forward to regular bonuses. Fast forward to today. The pay has stagnated, the benefits have been reduced, and I haven't had a proper raise in a few years. Add to that... — read more 

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Post ID: @OP+1dUw7kKe

Sign of a bigger change

I really hope this is not the case. However, someone mentioned that these RIFs could be a sign of much bigger changes to come. Any thoughts?

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| 2520 views | | 2 replies (last November 20, 2021)
Post ID: @OP+1dU9bowN

Job hunting

Everyone says here "Leave", "Leave now", "There is no reason to stay here any longer". I know that I need to leave. If I could leave, I would. I'm more interested in what helped those who found a new job to get it, are connections perhaps the... — read more 

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| 2340 views | | 6 replies (last November 25, 2021)
Post ID: @OP+1dUt6MIV

It's sad the company Staples has become

Before Sycamore the leadership at least made it seem like they cared about their employees. There were still layoffs and alot of times the wrong people were let go. They sacrificed experienced people who knew their business so they could promote/hire... — read more 

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| 2880 views | | 4 replies (last November 24, 2021)
Post ID: @OP+1dTdrXcd

What kind of company will this be after these cuts?

I haven’t received any notification yet and I’m safe for now, but I definitely plan to leave Staples very soon. In any case, I think it will be worse for those who survive these layoffs than for those who now have time to dedicate to looking for... — read more 

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| 2420 views | | 2 replies (last November 19, 2021)
Post ID: @OP+1dTRIpx0

Severance time

I remember what the severance was like when one of my great colleagues was laid off, but that was a long time ago. Can someone give me info on severance pay? I wonder if they happened to change severance policy in the meantime?

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| 2150 views | | 2 replies (last November 23, 2021)
Post ID: @OP+1dTcLJUV

How many yesterday?

How many people got laid off yesterday? How many are left? I was hit in the big one 5 years ago. I can only say that not going to that toxic hellhole of a workplace has made my life better. So if you did get hit yesterday, I'm really sorry, but i... — read more 

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| 4450 views | | 5 replies (last November 19, 2021)
Post ID: @OP+1dSf1M8c

Wonder what everyone has been told

So I heard those that are still with the company we’re told that they offered us another role with SA.com. That’s a lie, it was a 4min call and they shut off our mics, camera and chat option on teams. We were told they are simplifying the regions... — read more 

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| 3960 views | | 5 replies (last November 19, 2021)
Post ID: @OP+1dSFiWTS

More layoffs happening tomorrow?

I'm having trouble sleeping because I'm worried about more layoffs coming our way tomorrow. Is there any way to know for sure it's done?

Reorganizing to complete collapse?

Staples will be one big disaster after this ruthless reorganization. Even without severance pay, I'm glad I'm finally leaving this miserable company.

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| 2092 views | | 1 reply (November 18, 2021)
Post ID: @OP+1dSKBUS1

Any news on RQD?

Did RQD get canned today? I haven’t seen her post on LinkedIn

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| 3690 views | | 5 replies (last November 18, 2021)
Post ID: @OP+1dSvUrCl

401K question

what happens with our 401k plans once we separate? does it stay with staples?

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| 1880 views | | 4 replies (last November 19, 2021)
Post ID: @OP+1dSZIJo4

Staples, an Employer That Cares

Staples, an Employer That Cares // Posted 4 days ago, featuring Travis from Staples Digital Solutions: https://www.linkedin.com/posts/staples_staples-is-an-employer-that-cares-you-really-activity-6865015842673881088-jGUK

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| 1990 views | | 3 replies (last November 17, 2021)
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