For some reason there are way too many techs out on disability and there still isn't enough work to keep everyone busy. Where has all the work gone, don't we have a sales force of some kind anymore. May as well offer an EISP they are paying so many... — read more
Any rumors on upcoming layoffs / severance package..
I wonder of there is anything in the works for VZ to have additional layoffs with a reasonable package since looks like we are starting to use more and more AI and of off shoring more amd more as well..
Verizon 20 years later
Leader or loser
ATT Will Eat Our Lunch Soon
https://about.att.com/story/2024/ast-spacemobile-commercial-agreement.html
Who hires these people? HR?
HR has the responsibility of hiring and vetting all employees. Some of the nitwits I work with probably couldn’t pass a simple cognitive test or dr-g lab test. Cmon HR what are you doing??? Is this to satisfy quotas?
how much is the verizon debt
too much
company thinks 25% of the tech will leave on there own
well i really don't thinks so .Give them a 6and 6 package with a 2k a mouth till the reach S.S age then you will get 50% to leave. you are going to hire 400 plus techs and there no work or trucks for them. do the math it works for both sides.
Yearly layoff's for Invidual Contributors but new position for Managament
Individual contributors are Rif'ed annually or more each year yet hardly see Managers, Directors Rif'ed. Last year Network created new Region by splitting markets from East and west coast to create new management/ Director level position. Not to... — read more
EISP to be announced November 2025
Predictions for the future. All pensioned employees to be offered $200,000 for each year in the company, healthcare for 5 years, and their pension to have time added to match up to 30 years. 6G to be talked about and possibly introduced in 2028... — read more
Confirmed 6&6 with extra $2000 a month until SS age is achieved.
All titles, all areas. First 100 takers also get a lifetime "All You Can Eat Shrimp" card for Red Lobster
The rumor of a buyout package
Man the rumors been flying.that the company is gonna offer a package accross the board her it might even be a double offered to all tittles and locations.Man im curious if it happens and if any of the associates take it
Verizon tech to answer more common questions.
Looks like my first post was quite popular so we’ll do it again. Yes, there are some who take their job seriously. They take pride in the work they do and it shows. It’s always customer services fault. I don’t want to install 4 boxes, I... — read more
Pulse survey details?
If I don't do the pulse survey will my management know if was me who didn't fill it out? Anyone in management or HR here that can shed light on this?
Hans is Paid Too Much
https://finance.yahoo.com/news/think-shareholders-may-want-consider-130231148.html
Another HR miss?
Just reported that Peleton just cut another 400 jobs, and CEO resigned. How is that Marketing Exec doing that Verizon hired? Why does a Fortune 100 company have so much difficulty attracting talent from other Fortune 100 companies—or at least from... — read more
This site is not anonymous
I was blocked for negative comments regarding VZ India. Using a different device to comment.
VBG confirmed RTO 8 days a month starting 6/17
Any 8 days as defined by your manager. Applies to ALL hybrid employees. There is NO max radius.
Don’t Bother Doing Pulse Survey
Our supervisor said to us today if we don’t take the Pulse survey do not bother him about vacation days. Is this completely absurd? This company is ridiculous. I asked our HR rep if this is a good way of acting as a supervisor and her response was... — read more
Anyone watching Joe and his garage band?
Joe and his hipsters are trying to ring the bell for GNT. Falling asleep again... same ole show. Hear the same story year after year quarter after quarter. ZZZZZZZ
Tech here to answer common questions.
Yes, we only do 3 jobs a day, max. OT if there’s a 4th Half my day is sleeping, a quarter is doing work, the last quarter is eating. I used to be a rep, it really is the hardest job in the company. Don’t apply for it. A... — read more
April 30?
Why do people think something is happening tomorrow? Did they receive meeting invites? I haven't received one in VBG
RTO Confirmed
RTO confirmed 8 days a month requirement to be in the office
Pulse Survey
Make sure you fill out the Pulse Survey on Monday/April 29th! When you add comments, the management team MUST TAKE ACTION!!! If you feel stressed about the commute to work, MAKE SURE you add in the comments section that you want more days WFH and... — read more
The US is finally starting to sanction India. It’s about time.
https://www.livemint.com/news/world/us-slaps-sanctions-on-over-dozen-firms-including-3-from-india-for-illicit-trade-with-iran/amp-11714092718136.html
Net Neutrality has been restored
Ot for all again
Mileage to office
What is the mileage cut off to the office that HR is looking for. 50?? 60??
Verizon dials up annuities to transfer $5.9 billion in pension liabilities
Verizon dials up annuities to transfer $5.9 billion in pension liabilities https://www.pionline.com/pension-risk-transfer/verizon-transfer-59-billion-pension-liabilities Verizon Communications Inc., New York, purchased group annuity contracts from... — read more
ChatGPT generated movie script
Title: The Downfall of VeriFarce Once a titan in the telecommunications industry, VeriFarce was known for its cutting-edge network infrastructure that connected people across the globe. However, behind the scenes, the company was plagued by... — read more
Stop giving me useless tasks!
How many useless managers who are creating a lot of no-value work for employees does Verizon have? It's like they feel the need to give you extra stuff to do to justify their existence when all they're doing is taking time away from the tasks that... — read more
How much longer for Hans?
Even with his tie and cheerleading, the stock sinks below $40 and even further today with T's better EPS. Investor confidence in his abilities at Verizon has waned. The dog-and-pony show with the Board of Directors made it clear that lipstick on a... — read more
Mid year layoffs 2023....when were you notified?
Were you notified at the end of May and off payroll by July 1? What groups were impacted? Everything seems quiet right now, but wondering if there will be a significant layoff in the next month or two.
Last day
I'm a little over 30 days from my last day. It's odd to hear you're right all the time and then be let go. My 10 years experience tells me vz is anti idea and anti progress. Funny thing is my ideas were basically free and saved millions and vz... — read more
VZ partner introduction
Hello, nice to meet you. My name is Verizon. Allow me to introduce you to my lifetime partner Miss Earnings; or Earnings, Miss if you prefer. Now if you'll excuse me I need to go talk to our matchmaker Hans.
Basics: VZ's Earning Tomorrow (4/22/2024) Morning at 7 AM/ET
Lets get back to "basics" and "if good news" then this would make many individuals happy and relieved. This is the C-Suite report card!!!!! VZ's stock price upwards and higher above $50/share?????
Salary Inquiry
So with the auto promotion mgrs got to sr mgr (ind. Contr.), what does the current salary range look like for both roles for someone moving into either position? Also, still so confused on the rationale of auto promoting everyone and ignoring band... — read more
Only 11 more days until April 30th!!!
D-day is coming, get your btchng out now while you can...
Answers to common questions.
Verizon is not stupid enough to sell landline. RTO is dead and will never happen. 5G isn’t the future. Yes, there is a real interest in purchasing a telecom to further expand fiber. No, there will not be a 10 year extension. April 30th is... — read more
Are they mandating RTO or not?
So many mixed messages from leadership. Flexibility blah blah but always skating on RTO. Just announce it so people can starting planning their life and commute and days around it. Ridiculous.