First they came for TTS, and I did not speak out— Because I was not in TTS. Then they came for Target Canada, and I did not speak out— Because I was not in Target Canada. Then they came for KMGs, and I did not speak out— Because I was not a KMG. Then... — read more
Goodbye Baked Potato Mondays...
Here's my final tater: http://imgur.com/9jwD9Aw It was DELICIOUS! It sure was nice to have a positive distraction from all this upheaval. I have absolutely NO CLUE what's next for me as far as careerwise in my life. I do know, however, that I'm going... — read more
Prayers for Team Members
in this time of uncertainty and sadness, we all need to turn to the one thing in life that will always be there for us: God. At 2pm today, let's all walk outside our respective buildings, join hands and pray for our jobs. THE POWER OF PRAYER WORKS!... — read more
It's a very quiet day
There was so much hoopla about the cuts late last week and over the weekend. It's very quiet today in Merch, nothing is happening and it's pretty stable. I hope it stays that way.
TPS any news
Regarding VP's Directors or admin in Law dept?
Contractors to be cut? save some TM jobs?
Hearing all contractors will be cut, or those above $100/hr will be cut? Anyone else hearing things along this? Hoping it saves some TM jobs
NON EXEMPTS TNC
Any idea about how many non exempts from TNC will be affected? Accounts Payable??
Help and advice for those being laid off
It's a shock to the system. But the best advice I got when I was laid off 5 years ago was to let everyone in my network know as soon as possible. It took me 6 months and I tried hard not to turn negative. Here is some steps to take: Take care of your... — read more
Any more word from Tempe? And how about North Dakota?
Saw Tempe had layoffs this morning per the call center (TCW) thread. Just managers or the whole call center?
Governor meeting today.
Keep your eye on the news- I heard Dayton laid off Cornell today.
Unemployment Insurance
Is there some kind of insurance that I can buy that would help me with payments for car and house while I am unemployed. I am assuming
Don't you want to be one of those let go?
Honestly, don't you want to be one of those let go? Take the severance, go on vacation, come back refreshed and then get the job you really want. You will probably get a raise as Target doesn't pay what the market does (in TTS anyway) Do you really... — read more
anyone have any insight on the team members who are considered ahead of need?
I'm assuming Brian won't be keeping us, but if anyone has insight, please provide. Thank you
What's happening in Merchandising this morning
Any updates?
Something to cheer you up
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UfnAOcBirAs It's not the end of the world.
Four directors laid off (Distribution)
They will do managers and staff tomorrow, that's the rumor.
Private Meetings as an indication of "Who stays and who leaves"
DMG leaders at HQ that have been let go do not have a 'Private' meeting today from 1-4pm local time. VPs and DMG (Director's) Leaders that remain have a meeting today from 1-4pm. This is just one data point and a guarantee of nothing...
Calm yourselves down
For gods sake people take 10 breaths and calm yourselves down. Do you understand that 4 of 5 of us (and likely more than that) will still be here? You're acting like the place is closing down.
Just witnessed..
I just witnessed a middle aged man pull his cell phone from his pocket to phone his wife that he had been let go. He was clearly emotional and fighting back tears. I wanted to put my hand on his shoulder to let him know that I cared... but I didn't... — read more
tough times present opportunities
Here are a few things on my mind. 1) In tough times we have moments to show our true colors, to show grace and gratitude. These are moments to be our best. To all those who will be laid off, I hope you choose to be your best in this situation - there... — read more
Directors laid off today, here's what I've heard:
Full disclosure: I don't work in these departments so haven't actually seen the lay offs with my own eyes, it's just what I'm hearing in the office. The rumor is 50+ directors are out today, haven't heard one way or another an actual count. In... — read more
Department Layoffs
People, information would be better if you would state the department at a minimum. You don't need to name people, but at least state the department (versus just saying my department). Thanks. We all want to have facts.
The Final Baked Potato?
I'm so queasy and I don't really have an appetite but at Noon I'm going to head down to Cafe Target and I'm gonna get my last baked potato with ALL OF THE FIXINS! I will probably be gone tomorrow but the man can't take away my joy today! I've been... — read more
Clearly Brian is just pulling names out of a hat...
Just found out a very high performing and well respected director is done. Unacceptable Brian, Gregg may have made this place a shit hole, but you sir are making it pure hell.
Customer
I am not a target employee, but I'm very close to some of you. I live in the Twin Cities and I have chosen Target over other alternatives over and over because I have friends/family that work there. I know I'm not the only one. Let's friends and... — read more
My source appears to be spot-on so far
I mentioned last week that a good friend in HR advised me that there would be a good number of terminations today, mostly director and manager level. That appears to be happening now. She mentioned that the main blood bath would begin tomorrow, which... — read more
God Bless all of you!
I just wanted to say that as someone who has been laid off twice in job eliminations from MN companies, my prayers go out to all of you! But, even as one door was closed behind me, a better one opened in front of me. Target may be a damaged brand... — read more
Director Job Eliminations have Started today; look for 'Private' meetings at 9am;
Not every Director that I know has been laid off had Private Meetings this morning but four of five did. I may share Pyramids/Departments later but a little tough to do it now.
Gov Dayton in cahoots with Cornell
Gov Dayton needs more MNSure/Obamacare members -- several thousand hitting the market, soon. Otherwise, MN Government receives more revenue from the tax penalties/fines for not joining. Win-win for Dayton.
Message from the board, cash out now.
http://stafforddaily.com/target-corporation-insider-transaction-update-james-johnson-sells-13556-shares-2/359406/
First announcements on the calendar...
First announcement on my calendar for 10am... So it begins.
Please wear your Wal-Mart vests tomorrow
It would be a youtube success if: You go into your private meeting ... Ask your supervisor or HR team member to pause for a moment.. and put on your Walmart vest and say, "Ok, now I'm ready". At least, go out in style.
Director Meeting
Looks like lots of Directors have a Private appointment from 1-4 today and one at CC has travel time right before the meeting, so they are all getting together at plaza. Who is going to wonder the 2nd floor looking for the large conference room they... — read more
Just made a connection - DUH. Governor Dayton = DAYTON's. Go git 'em, Mark!
He won't make a difference, but God bless Governor Dayton for helping this long-lasting Minnesota company go down with a fierce fight. In his family for years, started by his great-grandpa George, he won't let Mr. "Pepsi/Wal-Mart Layoff" come in and... — read more
Gonna cash in my 401K after 20+ years.
On a plane with Harrison Ford. Spiraling down to Earth. Mind as well enjoy dez ride down. No seat belt required. Please pass the Dollars store bottle of wine, yeah, that's the one, the one on dez bottom shelf there. Tanks! Cashing in my 401K after... — read more