To Nov 2017 RIF-tees: Good Luck to all, It is not the end of the world (it does seem that way...Why me?) It is about numbers and budget NOT You.
The job market, regardless of what TV finance media says IS NOT GOOD.
Yes there will be people remaining and you will question Why Me and Not Them? Be rest assured their RIF day will come sooner than later.
Start packing and taking home your personal belongings NOW. Clean your PC off of personal pictures, performance documents. Make Copies of all your pay statements and contact numbers for HR off eWeb - NOW
The recommended job search companies in your RIF package WILL NOT help you find a job...It is ALL on you. Verizon already paid for these services so use every bit of their resources.
Severance pay goes real fast when you are paying out and nothing coming in.