Anyone else heard the rumor of a VSP in March?

Has anyone anyone else heard rumblings that the severance package for the next round of RIFs is going to be reduced?

It crosses my mind daily which I know is not healthy. I try not to think about it and focus on my job but I find it impossible to keep the thoughts and fear entering my thoughts.

How are we going to 'delight the customer' if our customer service is horrible?

Everyone ready for all the ata boys on how AMAZING we did at the Superbowl on LinkedIn, followed by all the a-s kisser comments and likes. Could have saved a few jobs with the cost of that.

Dan ask yourself what is an IEN and how are the ADs in North Jersey losing Verizon millions of dollars in revenue by changing missed due dates??

Whose employers maximum workforce size along with the maximum permitted layoffs.

Does anyone have any specifics about when the next RIF will be. 1st or 2nd quarter?

did the VZ board just get a bargain bin version of the microsoft, google CEOs?

does anyone know whats going on.The local hasn't said anything,.Any real updates?

Think about it, how many times can you reduce headcount before the quality of work starts to really suffers? They're boosting profits by slashing people, instead of improving the product or service. It's a very short sighted approach to business... — read more 

Verizion has a new CEO. His name is Dan Schulman. He used to run PayPal. He is bringing in his old team. Alfonso Villanueva, also from PayPal, is now a top leader at Verizon. This is a big change. What This Means for Telecom Telecom companies... — read more 

Verizon has conditioned me for panic. An unexpected invite from my manager? My stomach drops. A sudden team call? I assume it's bad news. The constant low-level te---r is the new normal.

This is the least he can do .. Even Hans used to take questions or redirect to someone.. Not interested in one way monologue on AI

https://youtube.com/shorts/RZzdS6PArYw?si=cRm6Isbud72QKxZy

AI tools like those from Anthropic are increasing automation and reducing the need for manpower in many roles. While operational work may require fewer people, human oversight and management decisions are still essential. The focus should be on... — read more 

mas in talks to take over field work. they have given a very strong offer that could save the company tons ..... stay strong people could get bumpy

Avoid middle-layer vendors, as they often lead to unnecessary hiring. Direct hiring from VZ to the employer is a better strategy and helps reduce the risk of layoffs.

At the current scale, one manager can effectively oversee a team of about 50 employees. Additional management layers add unnecessary cost and overhead without delivering meaningful value.

STI pay off closes the chapter, isn't it. Unless you are on Verizon network.

The market is responding positively. Good earnings, leadership shakeups and renewed confidence from analysts. Sure the company will look nothing like it has, and more people will lose their job but I am cautiously optimistic he is going to plow... — read more 

Verizon hired a chief AI officer some time back named “Mano”. He is no longer with Verizon anymore.. what happened? Anyone in his department knows?

Employees with higher salaries who have worked at Verizon for more than five years may have a higher risk of being included in layoffs, especially if they have not been converted to permanent employees.

They are waiting for employer verification info. Haven't been issued a single payment and don't see any VZ contact info in the package regarding a contact for this specific issue. I've emailed VZ HR several times without response. Anybody else... — read more 

The rumor is TCS (Tata Consulting Services) will be the vendor, what is cooking here? Dan in order to ensure competition exists, please do not limit to one vendor ... TCS has very poor delivery record. Hire cheaper, subpar contractors ... One vendor... — read more 

Hearing she is next. Can’t wait to see that hug. Not!!! Vivek and Sudharsan already got a boot.

How many CATA's have we had between 2015-2020 VS. 2020-2025???? CATA's have doubled since Covid and the hybrid schedule! Wake up!!!!! Get everyone back to the office or weed out the lazy complacent ones that don't put forth the effort from home!... — read more 

I have been searching for a new opportunity outside Verizon and it took a while to land a new Job because of the market conditions. Good luck guy's hope you landed the job that's make you happy soon

I feel a mass exodus from my location. Nobody likes a layoff obviously but the workload had tripled for some as myself. Yes, the stock went up but at what cost. Fire all those people just to hire them back as contractors and paying them more!... — read more 

I found this response from the post titled "R2 layoff chatter is fake news" from earlier today "@OP I was in Finance. Until they asked me to move to BR, then offered me the standard year buyout since I decided not to move to the armpit of the world... — read more 

Anyone else who was laid off on 12/19 get their cell phone shut off? I tried calling 800-922-0204 and it referred me to the VZ internal website that I can no longer access

At the current scale, multiple layers of management are not required. For teams of approximately 50 employees, one manager is sufficient to ensure effective supervision and decision-making. Maintaining additional management layers leads to... — read more 

My AD manages 2 people and owns one product . No working level duties .. No delivery pressure or resolving ground level problems Keep making decks and spreadsheets. Attending meetings where they are not even required.. Taking status from us... — read more 

Why dont we vote to have AI replace the CEO & BOARD Lets lead the market by example.

The union rejected a first quarter EISP and said they want a contract before they lose any more members.

Anyone who’s still on through 2/20 (NJ WARN Act) get their computer locked out this morning? We still have two weeks .. but my concession cell device works fine. Slack, email, etc ok on the phone but computer locked down.

Verizon retiree healthcare costs 2-4 times what is available on open market. The 25% retiree wireless discount is far more expensive than T-MO’s 55 plans — or any other carrier. Unless you have pension from wayyyy back or part of the union, there is... — read more 

I hope some one from HR or Dan’y boy can read this, what does exactly AVP role is. Its a useless and pointless position. A Sr.Dir/Dir can report directly to a VP and and AD can go back to Sr.Manager. Sr. Manager ——- Director——-VP Simple and leaner... — read more