Some complain about micromanagement but my problem is that my boss doesn't really understand what I do. Lots of bosses, in many companies, supervise those whose jobs they don't understand in the slightest. Some even like it, but it's becoming a... — read more
I'm worried about those of you who fear layoffs
You sound like a prisoner who keeps praying not to get paroled. Getting out of this shithole should be a reason to celebrate, not fear. Just think about it. If you are laid off, you will be walking away with a bunch of money in your hand. You can... — read more
John Stratton Frontier Communications $48m in 2021
He left Verizon then helped frontier out of bankruptcy and is rebuilding the brand. Have a look at the leadership. Notice anything vs VZ leadership? https://www.comparably.com/companies/frontier-communications/executive-team
Main reasons why there are so many bad managers here
I'm not saying that there aren't any great ones, but they are definitely in the minority. I had a great manager, but he didn’t last long here. Instead, I now have a manager who probably couldn't get any important role in any other company. Why is... — read more
What Channel is on the Next RIF List?
out of curiosity. Wireless, Ops, Business, any talk around any specific department for Q3?
Leadership turnover and layoffs
Never seen so much change in our leadership. Sampath will be replacing Hans within one year. The 10 year decline on this company rests squarely with our leadership and the billions of dollars wasted with bad acquisitions. Yet, the employees end... — read more
What's up?? Tami down and now Townsend
First Tami, now Townsend. Ever read the book, "Who Moved My Cheese"? Seems like cheese is being lost somewhere. Better watch out!
401k Float
Has anyone ever heard about 401k float?... — read more
I'm starting to despise this company
While some will say they are happy with their pay at Verizon, in my case pay doesn't match the amount of pressure and stress my job entails. The amount of stress is unbearable, and micromanagement is its main cause. I believe that I am not the only... — read more
From a decent to an extremely political company in ten years
I swear when I started things were not like this. I could rely on my coworkers and get help from my manager if I needed it. Nowadays, if you don't know how to play the game and you don't watch your back all the time you're screwed. Teams work poorly... — read more
Iris Meijer new SVP of Revenue Operations
Iris has been with Verizon 6 months. Has only been in executive marketing positions in EMEA and now she is responsible for our all of our Revenue Operations. She has no financial background. Concerning?
Sampath replacing Tami on July 1st
Let’s see if he can turn this titanic around or will it be just another shuffling of the deck chairs
Flex time going away July 1
Starting July 1 Flex time going away. Deciding to do this mid year is screwing over a lot of employees.
Q3 bye bye multi store
Multi stores are going to be a thing of the past sometime in Q3
Is Debika Bhattacharya being groomed to replace Tami?
Verizon Business today announced the appointment of Debika Bhattacharya to the role of Chief Product Officer, Verizon Business, and Iris Meijer to the role of Senior Vice President of Business Marketing and Revenue Operations, Verizon... — read more
Ok, it's been three weeks
Since the company and union have sat down and did talks, yet no one has heard anything. You guys said three weeks. We are now at 3 weeks and one day. So what's up?? Is there an extension or not??
Big Contractor Layoff
Has anyone heard anything about a big contractor layoff happened in June 3rd?
Big differences between departments
While some departments are understaffed, the situation in others is totally different. Does leadership even know how to determine optimal staffing levels?
Where’s Hans?
He was at the Verizon New York City store earlier today-on his Instagram. It would be nice if there were town halls focused on direction and strategy versus a cheerleading event. There are serious issues here and the competition is eating our... — read more
What a great union!
Two years of working from home. It was fun. See you in the office Monday morning.
1 bar
How many one bar performances in a row get you fired? Asking for a friend
Lump estimates
Hi , Can anyone give a estimated lump range for retiring at age 53 with 25 years of service. Thanks
The rich keep getting richer and we keep getting nothing
All the bonuses and increases at the top rub me the wrong way when we keep losing benefits and getting insulting raises that don't even come close to matching inflation. But who cares about us as long as those on top are happy and satisfied, right?... — read more
Where’s Hanz?
Has anyone seen or heard from Hanz? He’s definitely on his way out!
3.07 GATT rate for 3rd quarter
Big jump from this quarter’s 2.25. If you’re thinking of bailing, do it before June 30. Plug the 3.07 rate in on the about you retirement calculator to see how much you will lose.
Return to office June 5
Any word on another extension?
Does anybody even mention the massive workloads?
It’s not that I have any illusions about the company giving a rat’s a-s about any of the employees, but regarding the workloads that just keep getting bigger and bigger, I feel that we are the part of the problem too. I didn’t see anyone for a long... — read more
ESG is Destroying America as Designed and leading to layoffs and problems
Fuel is expensive because of ESG. Energy is expensive and precarious because of ESG. Food is expensive because of ESG. The global economy is teetering in big part because of ESG. Remember that as things develop this year. The ESG scam won't be... — read more
Why would we need layoffs?
I don't know what the official numbers are, but judging by my department attrition has never been this high. I can't see layoffs happening while that's the case. We need people to replace those who are gone, not to have more people kicked out. Job... — read more
How is a 40 million payoff for bad performance keep us competitive
Company spokesman full of cr-p why do we pay 40 million for bad results to get rid of someone ? It makes us remain competitive in the telecom market. That's the answer from the top what BS. He got fired from the previous job for bad performance does... — read more
Salesman accused of mu---r
This is what you get for outsourcing everything https://www.nj.com/ocean/2022/05/man-stabbed-to-death-by-door-to-door-salesman-during-fight-authorities-say.html?outputType=amp
5 weeks vacation is given to all non union employees. 10 personal days is given to all non union employees.
5 weeks vacation is given to all non union employees. 10 personal days is given to all non union employees. Work from home anywhere in the continental US is given to all non union employees. Ability to work abroad in some countries is given to most... — read more
What's wrong with this picture?
5G mobile edge computing With the additions of Nashville and Tampa, Verizon and AWS are now offering 5G mobile edge computing in even more metro areas.
V Teamers dressed in Ultra T-shirts are like Hans puppet cyborgs from a bad horror movie (V3.0)
I think we lose diversity of thought when we are all dressed like Hans puppet cyborgs and recite the same spiel. Also, why dress up V Teamers when we are phasing out retail stores. T-shirt time Starting Monday, our retail store teammates will be... — read more
ATT internet/broadband 300mb $200
Customers are saying yes to these aggressive AT&T internet rates and bye to Verizon. Our price is no where close. How did we fall this far behind. What happened to our One Fiber? This is why our stock is down.
For me, it is impossible to work the bare minimum
Most of the time I feel totally exhausted. I keep hearing advice to work only the bare minimum, because hard work is not valued or properly compensated, but I really don't understand how someone manages to work only the bare minimum here? My boss... — read more
5 weeks for everyone is in the new extension!!!
Starting January 1st, 2023, all employees including new hires will have 5 weeks vacation. Carryover of up to 4 weeks into the following year, without expiration. Currently, personal days are being discussed. Union wants 10 personal days, company... — read more