How many of you have noticed there has been complete lack of transparency from the ELT lately? Let me be clear, AT&T has never been a paragon of openness but I don't think that it was ever as bad as it is now. We have to find out about benefits being... — read more 

Is it possible to be rehired after being laid off? I recently applied for a job with AT&T and noticed one of the questions asked if you had received a severance package from AT&T. Sounds like an automatic disqualification but wanted to see if anyone... — read more 

Thinking about applying for legacy t Networking Technical specialist. I cannot find much information about it and I see quite a few positions open up. Can anyone give some info about the position and why suddenly they are hiring? I heard from... — read more 

Anything changed at the ol' El Segundo office?

https://247wallst.com/business/2020/12/08/americas-5-worst-run-companies-of-2020/

https://www.cnbc.com/2020/12/04/att-dismantles-time-warner-to-battle-netflix-the-inside-story.html

Anyone know what's going on here?

https://247wallst.com/business/2020/12/08/americas-5-worst-run-companies-of-2020/

If they cut that out I will be dropping all of my services from AT&T. That would be my last tentacle to the company as I have been retired almost four years. That tentacle will be severed. I bet there are a lot of retirees like me that think... — read more 

Partner just received an HR update confirming many of the changes rumored in other posts recently for non-bargained workers: PTO time changes: 0-9 years = 23 days; 10+ years = 28 Three additional Holidays recognized: MLK Day, Presidents Day... — read more 

In another blow Roku Inc. declined to carry the service on their TV platforms. Awesome!! DirecTV, no one wants it! U-verse shutting down! HBOMAX, low subscription base! As Warner Bros, the icon a nearly century-old studio in AT&T'S hands... — read more 

Hello - I'm being laid off after 24 years with AT&T. Does the severance payment come as a Lump sum and can I draw Unemployment right after I leave AT&T? Thanks much

So they have taken away the supplement, vacation, IPI, promotions, etc. What will be the next hammer to fall? Pension?

Just when you think at&t can’t act more incompetent , we bring you this story .... https://www.hollywoodreporter.com/news/christopher-nolan-rips-hbo-max-as-worst-streaming-service-denounces-warner-bros-plan

https://arstechnica.com/tech-policy/2020/12/spacex-gets-886-million-from-fcc-to-subsidize-starlink-in-35-states/

While the FCC announces billions of dollars in awards to Tesla provide rural areas with broadband access, So far the company has launched nearly 1,000 satellites as part of its Starlink constellation and has begun a pilot program in the northern... — read more 

https://www.thestreet.com/investing/stock-market-today-with-jim-cramer-att-airbnb-ipo-china

I am feeling burnt out and applied for several roles and never even got to "you've made it to the next step." These are roles I am well suited for. When I actually NEEDED a new role, I got five offers and now cannot get so much as sent to the hiring... — read more 

https://www.cnbc.com/2020/12/04/att-dismantles-time-warner-to-battle-netflix-the-inside-story.html

We just heard an email is coming on Thursday for more information but here is a summary of losses or possible loses. Medicare Supplement is gone after Dec. Older workers lose 2 days of vacation while younger workers gain 8 days Possible... — read more 

https://www.cnbc.com/2020/12/04/att-dismantles-time-warner-to-battle-netflix-the-inside-story.html

Any layoff rumors since new quarter starts next week?

SELL OFF WARNERMEDIA, DC COMICS Matt McGloin Posted: 12/04/2020 - 21:58 36 CommentsAT&T Predicted To Sell Off WarnerMedia, DC Comics It's predicted that AT&T may sell off WarnerMedia at some point, which could include DC Comics that is owned by the... — read more 

There are two likely options when it comes to the potential sale of DirecTV: AT&T gets a decent value for the business and receives cash to shore up the balance sheet. AT&T sells all or a part of the business, confirming that it destroyed... — read more 

https://cnb.cx/3gdm8nc Basically, Stanky's a know it all who's trashing the new media side.

In truth, I think this is the first good decision that was made by the ELT since we acquired TW. This is a win-win for us. We get new subscribers for HBO Max (I know a few people who are already considering it due to this news) and we don't lose out... — read more 

I will be retiring this year and taking the lump Doehave met with a financial advisor yesterday, liked their plan for setting up an IRA and managing the assets (401K & lump sum). Their fee is 1.25% without any other transaction fees, no exit fees... — read more 

the dividend was paid with a low cost loan last qtr, they cant get anyone to sign up for the service. this is desperation....period. and as usual, any sector at&t enters, they screw it up bad

More changes coming to compensation. You will no longer receive an IPI starting in 2021 instead business units and their management will be able to award monetary recognition throughout the year for achievements. More information coming next week ... — read more 

I hit M75 in January, “retired”, and went to another job. Yes, I still check this board occasionally. So what? Anyway, it seems things have gone terribly downhill in the past 10’ish months. I do feel bad for the American employees still holding on. — read more 

Can someone give more details please?

So I think I'm aggregating all of the confirmed rumors correctly. In the next year, AT&T is Taking a week of vacation away from managers with >20 years (in return for a net 2 fixed holidays) Stopping contributions to pension plans ... — read more 

Given that by summer, theaters are likely to be open again, this is a pretty bold move (in my opinion, not typical of T to be bold)....Will it work? It'll likely get more HBO Max subscribers, but what will it do to box office receipts and the future... — read more 

After the abysmal start HBO Max had and considering everything that is wrong with all of our streaming services, how can anybody think that AT&T is going to come out as a winner in the streaming... — read more 

https://www.thestreet.com/investing/att-seeking-final-bids-for-direct-tv-by-friday-report-says Wonder what will happen if a bid succeeds?

1) Kiss the arses of your leadership team. 2) Get real good at giving Power Point presentations. 3) Do NOT waste time developing technical expertise. 4) Learn to speak corporate jargon (all show, no go). 5) Be enthusiastic and constantly... — read more 

Sound familiar? One way of achieving this is by appearing to be competent. How? "The fly on the back of a water buffalo thinks that it's taller than the buffalo." That fly is the IB who takes credit for all the hard work the buffalo... — read more 

For a company who wants to be a “premier entertainment provider” actually s**ks at it. Again, we have lost a major network in my area. CBS is now gone. Really????? Greed over service for paying customers. If it was not for the 10.00 a month, I would... — read more