https://www.inc.com/leila-sheridan/kevin-oleary-loves-why-his-companies-will-never-force-a-return-to-the-office/91291726 Kevin O’Leary — a real investor with actual companies laid out why forcing people into offices is a losing strategy: *“If you’re... — read more 

Did Rich Baich engage in conduct that may constitute a conflict of interest? Rich Baich serves as Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) and Senior Vice President at AT&T. Rich's daughter, for reference, serves as Director of Product Management at... — read more 

So, where are all the letters that they talked about for the rest of the employees that did not get any 2 weeks ago....???? They were supposed to come out today 1/23/26.......

Is anyone else concerned that poor leadership decisions are putting the whole company at risk? I enjoy my role and my team, but the strategic mistakes are piling up. We need a change in direction quickly.

Since the notorious 8/1 email, the stock is down 16%. In just the first month of this year, it’s already down 6%. That’s not volatility or bad luck, it’s sustained value destruction. Billions lost on bad acquisitions, billions spent on buybacks at... — read more 

I am considering an offer from a global company where I will mostly be managing/co-developing a team of developers building a product. The downside is I might be the only one on-site in the city and rest are spread across the world. RTO is 2 days a... — read more 

For himself and the people behind the curtains. The goal is to strip this thing down to bare minimum costs, maintain a revenue stream and healthy cash flow and dump it off private equity style. He most certainly doesn't work for shareholder or the... — read more 

We preach less cycle time yet know the overseas contractors waste productivity with errors. Why? We preach improve customer satisfaction but turn a blind eye to clueless lying and noise from non employees. Why ?

Finance. 15% reduction announced today notices 2/17 off payroll 3/13. Not vouluntary.

The future lay off were announced yesterday for the West.

This company feels like a team stuck with bad coaches who refuse to adapt, and the scoreboard proves it. You don’t win by wearing out your players. You win by putting them in a position to succeed. Employees aren’t asking for less accountability... — read more 

.. the Telekom/TMobile is 11th and Verizon is 16th... How come TMobile is better than ATT at the US soil? Well for example they still offer hybrid working policy.

Just heard my local weather report here in Oklahoma (Noon Thursday) Best wishes to everyone in the Dallas Metropolitan area and Central Texas for the upcoming winter ice storm Friday and this week end. As reorganization and relocation has many of... — read more 

You heard it here first. The next layoff for Management and Bargained employees is going to cut deep. Organizations and groups typically not impacted are going to see a significant (30%) reduction in force. This year will also be significant focus on... — read more 

I know everyone is asking, Workday has an announcement that says 2025 successful bonus results will be available at the end of January.

This is actually becoming pathetic. You can’t get the data on time, never mind right. People’s employment is tied to this stupid report, Jay. Get it right.

What is RTO policy for non exempt employees? We don’t have access to the average hours dashboard, do we still have to RTO 5 days?

I was reading this post on X and it seemed rather relevant to the corporate culture of AT&T. https://x.com/Simon_Ingari/status/2013983800103973160?s=20

Parking at the Plano offices has become increasingly difficult. A new group appears to have moved into the buildings, resulting in a shortage of available parking spaces for everyone. Many employees are now parking improperly, taking up spots outside... — read more 

Another major corporation is bringing back 5x8.

Employees in Charlotte will focus on emerging cyber threats, designing defenses using AI and serving as part of AT&T Dynamic Defense, a network-based security service designed to detect and stop threats before they impact a business. New office to be... — read more 

Work hard and all things you pray for will come to you.

i.e. retire

By this point we’re usually given at least a target or some directional guidance. Instead, nothing. Total silence. That’s not an accident, it’s deliberate. When leadership stops communicating, it’s usually because the message would land badly... — read more 

I assume Dallas will shut down this week when the snow hits. Some forecasts predict twelve inches. Is everyone planning to work from home? Or since we can’t get to the office, and that’s the only place we can work, do we get a snow day off? My... — read more 

When revenue tightens and the stock slides, forcing five days in-office is pure waste. Higher real estate costs, higher attrition, lower productivity. If leadership is serious about discipline, RTO should be the first thing cut. However, it will just... — read more 

Severance for 2026 has anyone heard any changes to the current plan?

My early 50s don't have much of a chance to start up again somewhere else. Time to stock market casino time and roll the dice with what I have built up. Do or die time.

We’re spending tens of millions of dollars sponsoring and advertising around the College Football National Championship while the company is under pressure, the stock is lagging, and leadership keeps talking about “discipline” and “focus.” A single... — read more 

When did Stanley say “we don’t need employees who know how to use an abacus?”

https://dallasexpress.com/business-markets/dallas-express-analysis-who-are-the-top-h-1b-employers-in-north-texas/ Well how about that...? From global consultancies to public universities, federal visa records show how H-1B hiring has quietly... — read more 

What is the procedure to move out of state voluntarily (before getting a letter)? Can I buy a home staying out of state?

Anyone know which departments? Is this all locations?

Is the DEG group (In CNIO/Network Operations under SVP-Corey Anthony) moving to AFO (Under SVP-Chris Altomari) soon??? Overheard some chatter about that being a reality come 2/1/2026.

Seeking guidance from folks who quit and moved on to other opportunities. I assume you must have done some financial due diligence on your monthly expenses, found something that meets or tops it. However what other housekeeping activities did you do... — read more 

For years all I heard was people complaining about the Downtown Dallas HQ office. You guys literally tore it to shreds. And now that we are exiting the Discovery District yall found something new to pick on - Plano. Please leave Plano alone. We... — read more 

Plano announcement did not include Los Angeles in list of hubs. Lease is coming up with DTV. There was mention of a new office, is that still in the works?

Many of us are just hanging out at work doing the very minimum work that we can get away with without getting fired all awhile laughing about getting paid well for doing almost nothing. Also laughing about how we all know we're being replaced by... — read more 

Do y’all realize how many announcements Apple, Google, and gang have made about new campuses then the start date for construction gets pushed for this or that reason? Do you know how many permits it takes to knock down huge existing office buildings... — read more 

It’s been quiet today. The the axe fall on the Southeast ADs? And before somebody says it, my stupidvisor doesn’t know!