#dallas

What is your daily commute look like from home to HQ? What time you start if you have kids in school and how do you manage day to days life?

Just wondering if anyone was asked to move this year?

John is hosting a Dallas ONLY (sorry non HQ people) open mic today. Highest rated question from the chat I will stand up and ask.

A lot of rumblings here at the corporate office in Dallas of some mass layoffs hitting San Antonio. Hearing that there is a huge move to a new building out there and AT&T is way over budget. I have no clue what positions are even in San Antonio so be prepared to follow the work if you’re a unionized employee or have your resume updated if you take the surplus package. If it’s for managers which unfortunately get little to no benefits then I would create a Texas Workforce Commission account right now to get ahead of the unemployment benefits that Texas at least has to offer. Mass layoffs are coming June 16th and San Antonio isn’t the only one I’m hearing about but is the one that’s getting talked about the most. Good luck my fellow comrades and fight on!

Relocating to Dallas this summer and thinking of moving close to Hosp Elementary school in Frisco. I have kids in elementary schools and wondering if anyone is in this situation to commute from Frisco to downtown Dallas and what times you usually start your commute and manage the 9 hours at office. I am unsure if there are any closer areas to cut down the commute for present HQ and upcoming HQ

There is something different about Friday in Downtown Dallas. The week is nearly done, and you can feel it. The pace is still fast, but the mood is lighter.

On my way to AT&T, I notice the people around me more. The coffee cups, quick steps, quiet faces, and small signs of relief. Everyone is still moving, but Friday gives the commute a different energy.

It is not just a commute. It is a reminder that we are all showing up, pushing through, and making it to the end of another week. Friday makes the city feel more human. I am looking forward to seeing others on the commute.

7-Eleven has undergone significant operational changes in early 2026. The company delayed its initial public offering, pushing it to 2027 at the earliest. A company-wide reorganization led to several leaders losing their roles. Despite these challenges, 7-Eleven announced ambitious store growth and remodeling plans. The retailer is also expanding its foodservice programs, including new catering options.

Dallas, Texas

https://www.cstoredive.com/news/7-elevens-turbulent-2026-ipo-delays-layoffs-and-a-bigger-food-push/820729/

Southwest Airlines confirmed layoffs impacting approximately 75 employees. This action is part of an operational restructuring to improve efficiency. Displaced employees will have the opportunity to interview for new and current open roles. These layoffs follow a recent $10 increase in baggage fees. The airline is also dealing with rising operating costs, particularly fuel.

Dallas, Texas

https://www.wfaa.com/article/news/local/dallas-county/southwest-airlines-lays-off-employees-amid-restructuring/287-65ac613a-5e8a-4da3-a9c8-28c893ea3637

To Everyone at AT&T —
Let’s be real: the work you do doesn’t always get the credit it deserves. But when a first responder radios for backup, when a kid submits a college application from his phone because it’s the only device he has, when a family connects across the country on a holiday — that happens because of you. That’s not a small thing. That’s the whole thing.
AT&T has lasted this long because it keeps finding people who actually give a damn. You’re those people.
And you get to do it in Dallas — a city that, like this company, doesn’t apologize for its ambition. Great food, real people, a skyline that earns its keep. There’s a reason headquarters landed here.
The road ahead is real work. But so is the team beside you, and so is the investment this company is making in your future — not as a talking point, but as an actual commitment.
Now go make something happen today. Millions of people are counting on the connection only you can provide

Does anyone think building the new HQ with this economic climate is a little crazy?

I can’t help but think about how they will ultimately cut people as part of the balance sheet tight-rope act such an enormous expense will cause.

Lastly, as a Dallas native I’m worried about the economic health of the city when we leave. I know the tower isn’t the best but access to mid-day kayaking isn’t something anyone cares about.

My life is ruined, my daycare bill is up , and over an hour commute to this sh---y Dallas building with sh-t parking and rediculous gas prices, this company is a joke, everyone is exhausted and less productive professionally and personally

what group & what excuse… Dallas move, outsourcing, AI?

At AT&T, I’ve come to understand that the true path to long-term success isn’t just about individual performance—it’s about alignment, proximity, and shared commitment to the mission. For many of us who have advanced in this company, moving closer to the operational and strategic center in Dallas has been a turning point in our careers.

I made personal sacrifices to climb the ladder of success—leaving behind familiarity, adjusting to new routines, and prioritizing the demands of the role over comfort. Those decisions weren’t easy, but they created real opportunities for growth, visibility, and collaboration that simply aren’t as accessible from a distance.

Dallas represents more than just a location; it represents focus, teamwork, and accountability. Being physically closer to leadership and cross-functional teams strengthens communication, accelerates decision-making, and reinforces the shared obligation we all carry to deliver for customers and for each other.

From a business perspective, this alignment matters. When teams operate with tighter coordination and fewer barriers, execution improves. That kind of operational efficiency and cohesion is ultimately good for performance—and by extension, supportive of long-term shareholder value and stock strength.

In that sense, moving to Dallas isn’t just a personal career decision. It’s a commitment to the broader team, to the company’s direction, and to building a stronger, more unified organization.

First time to Dallas. I am seeing traffic is 1 to 1 and half hour each way. Normal traffic in other cities is around 45-50 minutes.

What time do you guys start and leave from work to be in compliance but still have time to pick up/drop off kids.

DSV is ending its operations at a Dallas County facility. This closure will result in the layoff of 391 workers. Affected roles include forklift drivers, warehouse operators, and supervisors. Employees will be impacted starting April 30 or in early May. Most impacted staff are expected to receive job offers from a new operator.

Wilmer, Texas

https://www.msn.com/en-us/news/us/global-shipping-company-dsv-to-lay-off-hundreds-at-dallas-county-facility-impacting-nearly-400/ar-AA20w4tL?apiversion=v2&domshim=1&noservercache=1&noservertelemetry=1&batchservertelemetry=1&renderwebcomponents=1&wcseo=1&bundles=feat-es2020-c

Totally new to the place. Which areas are you staying for good schools, decent commute. How does parking work for HQ. McKinney, Frisco and Plano are looking as good areas but don’t want to go too far out to commute.

All of the “leaders” on stage, except for the one who was on video from not Atlanta or Dallas. Bad look, hypocrite.

Anyone have any word on what's going on with the Richardson building they acquired last year? I'm hearing some buildings in the Dallas area are going to be closed and the employees in those buildings will have to report to the Richardson location.

Whitacre Tower in Downtown Dallas is and will always be our home. Don't fall for any of that Plano talk.

How far is your commute? Did you put your kids in before and after care? How do you manage the schedule when both parents need to work and clock 8 hours? Any exceptions if kids have issues at school and you need to pick them up?

More than 10,000 jobs were eliminated in North Texas during 2025. Logistics, retail, and corporate operations experienced significant cuts. Several major companies announced job reductions. Economists, however, describe the DFW economy as robust. Its diverse industries and growth help absorb these job losses.

Dallas, Texas

I love my 2.5 hour round trip to the Dallas HQ. It really gives me time to think and plan through my day before I start.

In 05/2025 and was just let go. 10 months later. Thank God the family stayed in Georgia. I lived in a rat trap for the past 9 months to save a few bucks and protect against uprooting my entire family. VP kept asking me when's the family moving out? Packing up the car this weekend and heading home. Ingot problems and will have trouble finding something but thank god I didn't put my family through that.

Are they still sending people to Dallas pre-Plano campus?
Was the employee appreciate week cookie meant to soften the blow?

🚨 H-1B APPROVALS BY COMPANY IN DFW🚨
KPMG LLP - 2,675
UT Southwestern Medical Center - 1,379
Dallas Independent School District - 1,290
AT&T Services Inc - 1,204
Texas Instruments Incorporated - 1,040
AECOM Technical Services Inc - 682
Southwest Airlines Co - 473
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Telecom giant AT&T Services Inc ranked fourth with 1,204 approvals. As previously reported by The Dallas Express, AT&T secured a $146 million federal contract from the Department of Homeland Security and continued expanding its foreign workforce while conducting domestic layoffs.

Anyone see the “ATT is He-l” written in sharpie. Cracks me up every time I see it. Also those godda-n elevators are so slow

I stumbled across an HR site when looking for surplus information that stated the nine core hubs at AT&T has planned.
Dallas/Plano
Atlanta
El Segundo, California
San Ramon, California
Bothell, Washington
Middleton, New Jersey
Bedminster, New Jersey
Washington DC
St. Louis, Missouri

I was doing a search on the on the one stop site and it was a frequently asked questions about where and how we work.
It also stated the core locations are long-term strategy of where we work.
Also stated that they will be closing locations as a consolidate over the next two years.
Take that info and face value because you know that could change!

John is the ultimate salesman. Let's wait to see how many promises he made in today's video about HQ actually sound true. They make it sound like a Mecca for those in Dallas. I've heard this story before.

I applied tons of Dallas, Florida Market but none was being get updated or not being called. Are these just plain BS posting?

ALLCITY Network conducted another round of layoffs this week, eliminating newsletter positions across its network and reducing coverage of baseball and hockey in several markets.

https://awfulannouncing.com/online-outlets/allcity-network-layoffs-newsletters-baseball-coverage.html

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 should be grateful of the announcement. Plano and Frisco are some of the best suburbs out here.

Looks like everything outside is planned to be shut except critical localized people now new office is being built. Notices are going out to Bothell and LA for some groups but not all yet. Seems like the days of anywhere but Dallas is coming to an end.

Dallas has Whitacre tower……. What will the new shrine to ourselves be named? I gotta know!!! 1st place gets their own desk for at least a week.

Most jobs in Atlanta will be moving to Dallas once they open the new Plano HQ. Some jobs like marketing will be moving much sooner.

It's unclear how many employees could be impacted. Before the merger with Cincinnati-based Fifth Third was officially approved, data from Downtown Dallas Inc. showed Comerica as one of 19 Fortune 1000 companies based in Dallas.

https://www.wfaa.com/article/news/local/dallas-county/comerica-considering-layoffs-merger-fifth-third-bank/287-1581d5b0-8e1a-400a-9c9d-afe1e3938cf9

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Did you rent first to get a feel of the neighborhood or did you buy out of state and move?

Anybody relocated to Dallas with kids in school? How is Richardson for commute?