Suck it up and get a game plan going. This is what successful and resilient people do. They don't dwell. So what! You are going to have to make changes. WELCOME TO THE THE REAL WORLD. Did you plan on staying at this company forever? Did you base your... — read more 

These wireless price wars are starting to remind me of when my mother in law goes into Kohl's to shop. With all the deals and coupons they offer, by the time she's done shopping it's almost like they'r paying her money! Maybe Verizon should borrow... — read more 

Tomorrow all of B2B has the kickoff at the innosbrook golf resort and spa. Completely not centrally located, way off the spectrum of trying to save $$, obvious pick for planned golf outing. This meeting is a true reflection of how they are spending... — read more 

Hello everyone, I've heard from reliable sources that there will be major layoffs in VES in March 2016, especially in the TX and FL region. Did anyone else hear this? Any thoughts, information, or dates you can volunteer? Thanks.

After considering all of our options, your leadership has decided not to go on strike at midnight tonight, even though we have not yet reached a contract agreement. The two sides remain far apart. Despite $18 billion in profits over the last 18... — read more 

The crickets and the rust-beetles scuttled among the nettles of the sage thicket. "Vámonos, amigos," he whispered, and threw the busted leather flintcraw over the loose weave of the saddlecock. And they rode on in the friscalating dusklight.

Just heard that Verizon is going back into the business of selling communication products and services at the old fashion basic needs of the consumer. All other creative non revenue generating items being discontinued....

Ok so spending is being cut to nothing. Is the company cutting all of this fat to prepare to buyout another company? Last time I saw a mess like this we were banm.

Has anyone heard if this is still happening in Q1? Or have they cancelled this action?

In my opinion, our CEO is pathetic. for all that greed and no character... We can do much better than Lowell

Oh My! You have much to answer for McAdam. If you have one shred of shame then spare the rest of us from further humiliation and GO! And take those clowns: shampoo & co with you.

Wow, you know it's funny when the country is laughing at false commercials. Way to go Diego!! Can't wait to see the next commercials. Why our customers will never see us as a new technology company. Let's showcase the products, not balls!!!... — read more 

I want out-can I volunteer for the next cuts or what are the repercussions?

As you know from prior bargaining reports the CWA District 1/IBEW Local 2213 and IBEW New England Regional Committees made a proposal which addressed needs of both the Company and the Union. One of the critical issues for the Company is the cost of... — read more 

Hi all, question - I was told that I need to answer HR by the end of March if I am going to relocate to New Jersey to keep my position. If I don't relocate, then at the end of march the 100 day clock begins and then adieu. If I were to obtain a... — read more 

Files complaints against the company and against the Union. TWO COMPLAINTS

I was laid off 12.31.2015. Has anyone gotten any unemployment benefits yet. VEC tells me they are waiting to hear from VZ in how to apply the severance and vacation pay. Thanks

Verizon enjoyed strong customer growth that drove its revenue and profits higher despite fierce competition. Wireless revenue to $23.7 billion. Profitability also improved, with wireless operating margin rising to 28.6% from 23.5% in the fourth... — read more 

Trickle down would be OK if the millionaire/billionaire/corporate executive class were made up of moral people - unfortunately, it seems they're (mostly) NOT. Verizon is a 200 billion dollar company. The CEO makes 18 million dollars a year and if you... — read more 

I got Rif'd in May 2015. Did anybody receive their W2's in the mail yet ?

Is there any truth to the rumor of VZ putting money into DSL starved areas to make us look like a better purchase?

Is there any truth to the company putting money into DSL starved areas to make us look like a better purchase?

What a joke its all become. Numbers no longer speak for themselves. Go find rocks, pebbles and boulders. Lead by intimidation, fear and find something wrong or get rif'd. Sickening and infuriating!

I am assuming that the lack of chatter on here today that there have been no mass layoffs!

http://www.computerworld.com/article/3027640/it-outsourcing/laid-off-it-workers-muzzled-as-h-1b-debate-heats-up.html Verizon an American company? and we buy their products, why?

http://www.forbes.com/sites/dividendchannel/2016/01/29/verizon-communications-becomes-10-most-shorted-dow-stock-replacing-walt-disney/#7bc2760f13a2

Sprint – Reducing expenses by $2.5 billion that should not impact its network; cutting severance to one week for each year served. Those with an elephant-like memory will recall that Sprint announced a $1 billion cost-reduction plan back in 2003... — read more 

Could you at least pay someone to clean up your mess, Its getting ridiculous.

How is the Shine organization doing in VZ Wireline IT? He has always been a major a** kisser but I'm not so sure even that will keep him safe for long.

It is that time again, so I hope we have spent the past few months preparing.