Since Stankey is better than anyone else and smarter than anyone else, why not have him do the flyover at the super bowl? He could be in one of the T corporate jets sipping on a martini while everyone in the stadium takes a bowel.
This place has become so stressful.
Yes that's right, this place has become so stressful my hair is falling out. I'm not talking a few here and there, it's falling out in handfulls. Anybody else? I thought I had a cradle to grave job here, not so sure anymore.
Retail
Any news about Orange Contract retail jobs being surplussed?
Everything is a 1 in NY/NY- no severance if they coach you out
Just heard the call from ARSM’s from NY/NJ. It’s a 1 if the customer doesn’t get everything. Lol
Why the constant turmoil?
It seems that for the last five years at&t has been in constant turmoil. This environment is unhealthy and creates a less than prosperous business ecosystem. Very few, if any, employees feel energized and productive. Employees are running scared... — read more
surplus info email
Any management get surplus info email today? Heard there was one out - curious what info was shared.
How big will be the 2023 layoff at A&T
What are your predictions? When will it start?
March 31st
Rumors that many big Tech M contracts are ending that day & if not renewed that will bring layoffs to those who were outsourced to Tech M.
Crazy Eddie and John Stankey
Crazy Eddie's Prices are Insane!! What John Stankey pay's for assets are Insane!!
TDS and USM under massive short attack
Buy now and catch the PM run up boys. TDS and USM....the assets are worth at least 4X more than the book.
Level 2+ in CYA mode
Just a reminder that your upline will do whatever they need to keep their job. Their sole goal is to cya to keep the $150k + gravy train going. Make your own call on what's best for you.
If you are worried your going to lose your job, start applying now.
If you are constantly worried that you’re going to get let go, start applying now. Performance is based off your previous year so if you thought you were low or you’re not in the middle, start applying in and out of the company. The worst you could... — read more
Merit increase
Anyone know what the merit increases are this year?
ATT Pebble Beach Pro Am
John Stinky and more of his propaganda and his self promoting commercial’s. He’s shameless, talentless and clueless.
Any update for those in 1/21 RAN/ACE ‘Affected Work Groups’?
Based on the script he was reading, deadline for responding to IIL survey (Interest in Leaving) was Jan 31st. Official surplus notice is expected “sometime middle of February”. Has anyone heard anything more specific since then?
Orange Contract Retail Bro’s & Sisters
Don’t let them bait you with a tiny severance to go away. Take the Customer Care job that will be offered under the contract guarantee, don’t let them try to sell you on a job with Prime Communications either. This week and next are going to be... — read more
I have been loving life since Covid came about. This work from home is fantastic
as those Collaboration Zones were like a public subway station, absolutely disgusting. Surprised there weren't panhandlers in the Collaboration Zones, oh no wait there were. People always hustling money for some stupid cause or trying to sell you a... — read more
open ai
"the wolf is at the door" goodbye to alot of corporate jobs.
Get some help…
Most of the people on this board spend too much time worrying about “what if” and “worst case scenario”. Living your life consumed by fear and paranoia about what might happen at this company is unhealthy, soul crushing, and debilitating! This is... — read more
Can confirm cuts NY/NJ
Just got off from listening to the call. NY/NJ is going to be focusing on cutting cost in western NY seems to be no money to be made. The DOS will be surplussed and will only have 1 area manager to cover Buffalo, Rochester and Syracuse. The DOS that... — read more
Honest question. Would like an honest answer.
People persistently repeat that no one is safe, but I guess it is in human nature to believe that they will survive layoffs despite everything. How safe do you feel your job is?
More layoffs on 2/17/23
There were layoffs in Aug and Dec 2022 and now we're getting hit AGAIN on 2/17/23 and told there will yet another one June 2023! I heard technical titles will be hard hit. Has anyone heard of what other segments are slated for this round?
Everyone here concerned about a layoff needs to
take advantage of the dip today in TDS, all on low volume and buy up some shares. I got more today at $13.55
Layoff anxiety
Am I the only one who's constantly worried about layoffs? I can feel my productivity going down because I can't concentrate properly. Each day I'm wondering if my team will be impacted. We've managed to avoid cuts for the last year so now it's... — read more
Do the results of eNPS carry any weight in surplus determinations?
Is there evidence to indicate the company uses eNPS results to remove defective leadership? Personally I had expected to see some lower level turnover following the survey from last year.
https://www.cbsnews.com/news/salary-manager-jobs-fake-titles-save-4-billion-overtime-nber/
I've always wondered why so many jobs at AT&T are called "management" jobs....
How is Metro PCS and their Network?
Thinking of switching to Metro PCS or Cricket as I read their Networks are better than AT&T and they offer some free phones as well. In my area both their Networks were rated better than Verizon or ATT.
How to know whether you are targeted for surplus?
Given that few people here say that it is not difficult to tell, I would like to know how it is possible to know that an employee is probably targeted for surplus? I had a colleague who was surplussed, for whom probably no one, not even he, could... — read more
Direct TV
So why does the COR stores still try to see Direct tv? We dont own it anymore just stock in it. Now we get cursed more with them droppn the News channel and customers dealn with direct tv customer so called care thats located God knows where! Heck... — read more
I don't need no stinking offer from the Suits
I bought TDS Telecom at the low and am now riding high. I also switched from my not so subsidized employee plan over to Cricket Wireless. Cheaper and far superior Network than AT&T's.
Six more weeks until Christmas
Six weeks from today many of us will be celebrating the announcement of two years pay to leave with benefits plus pension and 401K.
At&t commercial is what's wrong with America
The At&t Apple commercial with that fat lady smashing into other parents while filming her son is disgusting. It shows how she is entitled over the other parents...even splashing in a mud puddle on them. Rude segment of society.
AT&T no longer offers HBO Max for free with wireless plan...
https://variety.com/2022/digital/news/att-drops-hbo-max-free-wireless-promotion-1235287262/ No emails, no warnings, no nothing. WTF
Retail Brace For Impact
100’s of stores are being finalized for sale to authorized dealers. Prime Communications to absorb about 1/2 of the stores and the other 1/2 to many miscellaneous dealers throughout the nation. RSC/ASM will be put into circles for COR jobs but not... — read more
Internal Job Search
What's the best way to find a position within AT&T? External sites generally don't post some positions I have found.
Finding better options
I don't think comments like Don't worry, if you get laid off here, you'll find something better are very realistic. I understand the need for people to want to support each other, however, considering the job market, I think it's more likely that... — read more
New band how do I find my increase.
Elink have it?
vacation payout if surplussed?
I am looking @ HR site that speaks of vacation pay out. how do I know if I get earned PTO or non standard paid time off? scenario 1 or 3?
Tuesday is the usual layoffs day
Anything happening today?
Will we be getting raises for inflation?
Im on the list to get surplused Feb 14 but if I make it, will I get an inflation raise?