I'm at VBG, corporate, 15 years in, stuck in middle management and dying for a package so I can go do something more fulfilling. Please tell me there are some layoffs coming.
Difficulty for hiring externally?
I am looking at various roles within the Verizon business group sales team and was told there has been a lift on hiring freezes however, internal candidates have priority of over these roles. On a separate thread it looks like they are looking at... — read more
Verizon Business launches Comeback Coach
A resource hub dedicated to supporting and reviving small businesses once the pandemic subsides helpful.
IT is the worst run .org in Verizon , they ruin lives and no one held accountable
Hans , Kyle Fix this mess. What org can screw up the budget two years running and have to fire every consultant and stop work
Wow
Judging by the posts here, Verizon has never had a less satisfied workforce than it does now. Morale seems to be as low as it can get. People are fighting amongst each other while the management is enjoying the show. Why worry about employees holding... — read more
Round one!
My location is currently open. Some reps may take the package. Some want to work from home. I feel like this is only the first wave of VSP.
Seven day working week is norm in GTS
People are losing patience working weekend after weekend.
Store Closures, layoffs and moving people around
Lots of calls around the country informing stores closing, layoffs and dispersing the front line in different locations to balance staffing. More also might go back to work from home positions or stay in them if you haven’t gone back to your store... — read more
buyout
just passing it along...dont know if its true or false ,reliable sources are saying a offer is in the works for end of year to craft..hmmmmmm
Google signs up Verizon for its AI powered contact center services
https://techcrunch.com/2020/07/13/google-signs-up-verizon-for-its-ai-powered-contact-center-services/amp/
Verizon’s alternative to layoffs: Retraining 20,000 workers
https://wsvn.com/news/us-world/verizons-alternative-to-layoffs-retraining-20000-workers/ (CNN) — Verizon hasn’t laid off any of its 135,000 employees during the pandemic. Instead, the company has retrained around 20,000 workers for new... — read more
IT to sell India ?
Hearing India is up for grabs as we can’t turn it around . What are you hearing
Shanks on the PR train
Is be dipped to deep into the secret sauce or are he slightly stupid vivid on the way out ?
Fired for using benefit after 11 years
I like many other Verizon employees used Bright Horizon backup care during the pandemic. I was fired today and told that I used it unethically for personal gain. Yes, it was a personal gain as it offset the price of childcare, as every benefit does... — read more
Is it true? HBA
All call center positions have been permanently moved to HBA?
Verizon RSU payout - form 1099-B
Was there a 1099-B form (Proceeds from Broker Transactions) sent for the RSU payout for 2019? If it was, I cannot locate mine. Is it available online?
Indeed.com - Verizon 10+ new jobs found
Senior Manager - Chat & Messaging Strategy Verizon - Irving, TX You will stay abreast of digital capabilities, industry researchand analyze market conditions, and sales funnel analytics to advise on the challenges and drive... Jul 9 Client... — read more
Man, there is ONE really jealous person here.
I'm sure you've all noticed that every single post here seems to draw the ire of a certain sad anti union excuse for a human being, who then answers the post multiple times, with one response more childish than the next. He then also takes the time... — read more
Considering leaving union to take a management position
Can anyone help me find out the impacts of things like 401k, healthcare, sick time, vacation, etc when switching? I understand pension will be frozen at the point of leaving union, but I couldn't get info on anything else. I've talked to Benefits... — read more
Mapping Verizon's Next Offer To Craft 3rd or 4th Quarter
To those who can truly implement the next offer to craft. It is clear to all involved, that employees like me are the targets of Verizon's Management Executives to to get off the books. I have been eligible for retirement for the past five years. ... — read more
Global cut
Got a text from a good source for the North East that Frank J*ules org (Global) is cutting 40% of the Org. 80% account managers may be gone and the other 20% are tasked at training BDRs (Business Development Reps) and then they will be gone. — read more
IOT Cut
Just talked to a friend of mine in IOT and they got cut and they were on vacation with a nice, hope your vacation is well but you don't have a job any longer. I don't know how deep this goes but 14 days. Funny I thought and it is a growth part... — read more
For people working at home during the pandemic, does your boss allow Windowed Work?
Windowed work is when you divide your day into blocks or “windows” of business and personal time versus the traditional 8 hour work day.
Can nyc charge verizon to use its streets?
id–t mayor should just let vz put fios in low income areas instead of lobbying to charge verizon for keeping its cables in street to pay for low income new yorkers internet connection. I don’t technically think the mayor can do that, ecs has... — read more
External Hiring freeze? VBG VBM
I was actively interviewing for a sales role within the VBG/VBM Org before the pandemic started however, weeks before my offer I was told there was a hiring freeze for external candidates- Does this still hold true? Does anyone have any insight on... — read more
Ending hazard pay doesn't make sense
since testers are still working form home and techs are home garaging. Also, death numbers are down, but still not great. Any opinions? Jealous anti union trolls need not respond.
Anyone have any ideas about this VZ media job posting? Very Strange
https://www.google.com/search?q=verizon+jobs&oq=verizon+jobs&aqs=chrome.0.69i59j69i65j69i61.8979j0j7&client=ms-android-verizon&sourceid=chrome-mobile&ie=UTF-8#fpstate=tldetail&htidocid=7H5DhsNzV9ejR6sdAAAAAA%3D%3D&htiq=verizon%20jobs&htivrt=jobs
Kick backs in IT and GTS
What teams and levels. Let’s shine the light on this never ending problem
Verizon shuns FB well...
How about we all switch mobile providers to boycott the hypocrisy of Hans and Shanks
Do our phones have gps tracking too?
Obviously our company vehicles have GPS tracking, but do our company phones also have this feature?
LUMP SUM
My lump sum just jumped 31k in the last day, can anybody explain why?
Shanks at it again
All these talks of GTS lay-off and kick backs, sounds like the Shanks Stew is starting to simmer. Vivid will be passing it out to the masses. Enjoy
More IT Layoffs June 30th...During a Pandemic
Hearing rumor. NJ IT Contractors getting let go this month. Last day June 30th. This has got to stop. During a Pandemic??? Heartless
Indeed.com: 8 new Vz jobs found
8 new Vz jobs found Global General Account Director Verizon - Phoenix, AZ Valid driver's license. Whether you think in code, words, pictures or numbers, join our team of the best and brightest.... Jun 19 Director of Brand Identity and... — read more
Any info about hazard pay extension in NY?
Death toll was 67 in NY yesterday. Obviously better than 700 per day, but still not great. The union and company had previously agreed on hazard pay until the end of June, which is only a week and a half away at this point.
When will Verizon reach nationwide 5G coverage? Looks like AT&T is the leader in the clubhouse.
In his latest shareholder update, AT&T (NYSE:T) Chief Financial Officer John Stephens says the company expects to reach nationwide 5G coverage this summer. Speaking at the Credit Suisse Communications Conference, Stephens said the 5G network... — read more
Told to train offshore team
Today I was told to bring offshore IT team up to speed on all onshore responsibilities. Told not to worry about job security because it just makes sense....... What's cooking?
Any rumours on IT offshore center will be sold to TCS
Hearing rumours that offshore IT center will be eventually gone to TCS. Did any one hear this or its just rumour.
Major layoffs at AT&T now
Are we next???