I left because I found a better job. It wasn't hard. I'm a better father and husband since I've left. I make more money, have a better title and career path, don't work impossible billing or service issues any longer, work less hours, sleep at night... — read more 

Any one taking advantage of the rule of 55? IRS info https://www.irs.gov/taxtopics/tc558

During recorded "live" connection meeting with Stinky, Legg told a story about meeting with a gaming company and they told him "it's more important to have network consistency than being fast. Doesn't help you if the bits arrive in different... — read more 

I heard that Digital Life is for sell. Are they going to keep the current team since we have all the expertise is running this specialized system?

My understanding is anyone can still be let go, regardless of vaxx status.... Have I missed some guaranty somewhere?

It’s a life and death situation!! (But in 5 months, you know.. after the holiday rush is over.)

Now that we are in October , are there any managers on this board who will be resigning due to choosing not to take the shot?

I’m considering going from craft to management. Job security risk aside , what may be other cons to consider ? How do management benefits compare to crafts ? I have 26 years with the company. I know that becomes meaningless once management. — read more 

Has anyone heard news about when the next round of layoffs and/or retirements are coming for AT&T Business (Chow)? There was a large number of retirements and layoffs announced on Aug 26 (off payroll Sept 9). It’s understood that numbers were not... — read more 

Careful with retail managers are pushing shady practices on reps for sales like don’t sell upgrades they don’t count only sell new lines. Say we don’t have the phone or go to authorized stores and many other unethical forcing reps. — read more 

Hello, I thought it would be a good idea to start a thread for people like myself who will NOT be taking the mRNA options currently on the table. Lets share options on this thread that are sustainable , and profitable business ideas below! One quick... — read more 

We have an upcoming $3. 5T infrastructure deal that the President has promised will not cost us anything. How is this possible? The plan is to raise the corporate tax rate to fune all of it. The Wh-t House says that it is "unfair and absurd" for... — read more 

Got an email to check benefits for 2022. Went to the benefit site. Up popped three premedicare retiree healthcare options. Retiree, Retiree/Partner, Family. What happened to Retiree/child. Are they going after widows/widowers now? Making them... — read more 

Went to work for the company being Bell South Mobility, through the name changes and mergers. Had a little bit of pension thats not much but i was able to keep it before it was cut (grandfathered) and 401k, and ate rule of 75 but still under 60 yoa... — read more 

Happy to be leaving EOY. Worked 38 years, most with the exception of the past ten years, have been good. I realize how fortunate I am to have a pension when I leave. I just can't imagine working 30 plus years and not having a pension. All you receive... — read more 

There is nothing in the code of conduct that says you have to be vaccinated. The code of conduct doesn't get updated until March. The only part is that we have to comply with regulations that apply to our government customers. Biden's mandate is... — read more 

Oops, “the power has shifted to the employees…”

In the end I decided to get vaccinated so the vaccine could not be a reason for them to get rid of me. I believe there will be people who will look for another company because of the vaccination and those who will be laid off because of it, although... — read more 

Do you get to take your pension if you’re fired for performance?

I'm still a buyer at 23, hope I don't need to wait too long!

In all those years, I'm yet to see a leadership this bad and the company's direction so all over the place - here or at any of my previous companies. I'm a few years away from retirement and I can't wait to be out of this mess. I just hope they don't... — read more 

Report anything good about working at att?

If we do not approve all the requests, we make it easier for employees to leave AT&T. We are approving all of them because Joe Biden's mandate allows for these exemptions. 33% of management employees have submitted an accommodation request to date. — read more 

If you retired from AT&T has your outlook on life improved .

Now that we KNOW what the plans are , I say do the things that you were apprehensive about trying , START that business or get the training NOW that you need to have it up and running by February … use the two months off after February to push with... — read more 

So it has come to this. I'll start by saying I'm not a union employee but I support every employee that is now subject to this vaccine mandate to make their own decision about their body. Now you have seen that the union isn't able to protect you. ... — read more 

So with todays decisions, will AT&T mandate this to subcontractors? Those who come in and out of our buildings? Over seas call centers, authorized AR offices etc?

I didn’t quite understand the whole story with the possibility of 60 days of unpaid leave so those who haven’t been vaccinated could think about it. Is that true? Why does everyone mention it? I can’t believe T would be open to such a possibility. — read more 

On today's Town Hall, the question was asked why the Stink would justify giving the VP's a six figure retention bonus to stay because of the Stinks pension cuts. I could hear them sweating when this came to the top. Not sure what level a VP is... — read more 

The union rolled over with the vax mandate. There is no fight in the union, and as long as we keep quiet, they will continue to work against us. If they will not fight the mandate, then demand a part of your dues back. What is the point of this... — read more 

Excerpts from the announcement: We announced in August a new COVID-19 vaccine policy for managers. While the policy covered most managers, at the time, some Business Units made exceptions for certain management titles. However, in an effort to help... — read more 

“If you’re not vaccinated by Feb 1, 2022, you will be subject to discipline under the Code of Conduct” email came today, it did not say ‘if you’re not vaccinated and you come to the office you face discipline’, it said if you’re not vaccinated you... — read more 

Check your emails , all employees have to be vac or be suspended no payment 1,2021 cut off date

Company email Have until Feb 1st 2022 If you don't, 60 days unpaid leave to "think about it and get it" If you still don't, terminated.

You heard it first here comrades. Mixed feelings but we are overdue for real leadership.

Rumors of IBEW 21 re preference in IL & parts of IN? Anyone hear about it? A number of COTs retiring and the ones downstate have left openings where coverage is needed. Rumors claim COs in the city of Chicago are over staffed and head count in state... — read more 

So at the end of the year 17k management employees who earned premeditate healthcare benefits will lose hem if they don’t leave. This is in the name of equity. Wtf. Seems like they want older people out. Most will leave but the younger ones will... — read more