make sure you're prepared.
Rip
https://www.wusa9.com/article/news/local/maryland/verizon-worker-electrocuted-montgomery-county-maryland/65-74616988-c1c6-462c-a8ae-7c33496ce49e
Why so many rumors
So people love to spread rumors of eisp packages no eisp packages .Being sold being bought being laid off.Now we came up with the rumor that now that prudential handles the Pension they no longer want to do lump buyouts in future once contract is... — read more
I’m thinking to go for early retirement/VSP
I’m closer to retirement than not. I’ve hoped before that I'll be working far longer, but I’m so fed up with this place and the corporate world in general that I got to the point that I wouldn’t mind shaving off a few years. I’ve set up my finances a... — read more
Assoc Directors or Sr Directors???
One of these titles need to go. Seems pretty useless having 4-5 Associate Directors reporting to a Sr. Director. Then you have 4-5 Sr Directors reporting to a VP. Really id--tic in my opinion. But that’s VZ, time to make the donuts guys.
Eisp for Union associates
So the new rumor is a targeted Eisp for techs sometime in August off payroll end of September .Seems like they keep pushing any possible eisp off further and further .I mean Some Rumors say maybe next year .Im starting to think with all the... — read more
Unemployment
Does any state particularly NY NJ PA honor unemployment for a VSPer?
Don't Press the VSP Button
Don't press the button unless you are about to retire anyway. VZ is an easy place to be with a steady paycheck. It's not as bad as you think. Regards, 2018 Button Pusher
VSP for Band 5
Does anyone know what is the VSP package for Band 5? Is it the same 60 weeks max or more? I believe the regular severance for Band 5 is much higher, minimum of 39 weeks and max of 52 weeks. So a VSP of 60 weeks for Band 5s is not that much lucrative... — read more
VSP - Age discrimination?
Verizon's VSP situation is messed up. My boss is telling us not to take it, but they're telling older employees and those close to retirement to go for it. They even admitted this in a one-on-one. If they stay back then they will be chopped off in... — read more
I guess there is an old saying. If you want to get rid of someone
you promote them. I can't believe Shankar was promoted and not fired.
vsp
has anyone heard any rumors of the take rate of the vsp
Can you imagine?
Having a decent leadership that actually knows what they’re doing and inspires loyalty and respect? Being proud of working in the company? Having satisfaction from work well done? Being appreciated and valued if you are hard working and trying to be... — read more
WHY CAN'T WE HAVE NICE THINGS ??
Why does every topic devolve into some cr-p that has nothing to do with the OP ??
Confused
So in August the VSP approvals comes out. Why are the blogs saying, "Verizon Communications Inc. has hinted at potential job cuts starting in August, though specifics remain under discussion." Its clear VSP.
New VSP or RIFs
Has anyone heard any new chatter about a VSP or RIFs in other departments in VCG?
Why can't we deal with the real issue?
Until we get rid of the entire upper management and put people who actually know what they're doing in their place, Verizon is going nowhere. They're the source of all our problems. Seriously, how much do you have to sc--w up in top management before... — read more
No News as to what comes next?
Serious question...I thought all of the president's men were supposed to be providing information on what comes next after this VSP? Didn't Hans initial email say we had to be all in for what's next? It can't just be the rebranding...They clearly... — read more
No cuts before August?
Is it safe to assume that we're safe as long as VSP is not wrapped up?
Marshall jury orders Verizon to pay $847 million in patent infringement trial
After a weeklong trial, a federal jury in Marshall ordered renowned cell phone giant, Verizon, to pay Dallas-based General Access Solutions a reasonable royalty of $847 million for the infringement of two patents related to 5G wireless mobile service... — read more
RTO any any location?
I live pretty far from my "home" location. I was told that I can pick another location closer to my house if I wish... BUT, whats the point when NO ONE from my team will be there? BUT, thats besides the point, any ma agers on here can confirm this?... — read more
Why is 1101 playing games on here?
I heard it’s steward, sometimes a business agent and most of the time a lonely tech. What is the point of going on about lies and trying to get your members to hate the union?
The wait is painful
6 1/2 mor weeks until Aug 14, the wait is painful. Has anyone pushed the button and change their mind ? Not me.
Something positive, just a pointer to make your day easier
We use the Humanscale adjustable desks with dock. Network, display, and audio all come through a USB 3.0. Company laptop loses all sessions if you start your day plugged into Ethernet, and you unplug to meet in a conference room, etc. as it switches... — read more
I miss Verizon Wireless
I miss working for Verizon Wireless. I miss the 150% - 200% bonus payouts. I miss the leadership, but above all, I miss the feeling of pride I had working for wireless. I loved the company. Maybe it was because new cell phones were still a hot... — read more
Consulting firms lack of technical acumen
The problem with consulting companies like Infosys , hcl , tech Mahindra is that they lack good technical management and are full of project managers who look at technical issues like deer in the headlights. These snake oil salesmen might be a good... — read more
No package just new logo
Well its confirmed I just heard from my 3rd liner that there is probably not going to be anything offered to union in way of an eisp package .possible untill possibly later 2025 or even later.And No it has nothing to do with the new terrible logo... — read more
RTO for those taking VSP?
Anyone know if they plan to enforce the 8 days a month rule for those taking the VSP? I'd expect them to track conformance at some point, but are those who clicked the button at risk between know and Sept 13?
We keep winning!
If the company is so concerned about finances, why doesn’t the Exec committee follow the rules and quit paying million dollar fines to the Government? Seems to me that stockholders should figure out what ‘accountability’ means, and hold VZ execs to... — read more
Union and Management Unite!!
Did y’all see that new shinny red logo! A joke right? They probably spent days in the board room to figure that out… Well here’s what’s really coming! This company wants to sell pretty much every function to HCL Tech. Do a little research and... — read more
VSP taker here
I figured even if I stayed I would be on the chopping block at all times anyway. This way leaving at least paid off. I have since had few comparable job options in terms of pay, and some of them seem better in terms of work environment and hours... — read more
Nothing premium about ugly colors of the logo
Whoever did this to Verizon logo should be ashamed. Ugliest colors from the color palette. It makes it look like fish market in Asia than a premium brand of America. Change it before making changes everywhere
Just what a troubled company needs…
A NEW LOGO! Let’s spend millions on new signage and communications. You knew it was coming—a new “Creative” person at the top, and a way of getting into the media with a ‘no news’ article. Does a flaming “V” really help to turn the financially... — read more
Be Original
Be Original . Stealing age old ideas to think of the future and creating a vision and exponentially grow the company is not going to happen. Come on now H…
Do you invest in your tech skills?
I am in my late thirties. I try to find time to upgrade my skills and be informed on what’s the latest in demand. I mean, as much as I can. I figure that’s the only way to make sure you’ll be employable. It’s not easy, it’s time consuming (and also... — read more
Union stewards from 11 01 are just lonely.
There is no package for Union members being offered until late 2025, maybe 2026. 1101 has fallen apart since they combined with 1105. Here, we see the manipulation these reps have endured for ages. Now it’s infecting the techs. 1101 was a proud... — read more
What is EIPP
What does this mean
The big package coming
So i heard from my uncle that vz is going to give the largest package that they every have given .This package is going to be the big big enhancement one.I myself am really in no position to take any package no matter how big it is but I know alot of... — read more
What is 6&6 people keep talking about
All this page does is scare people. I haven’t slept in days , anxiety through the roof and now border line depressed with all the news of VSP , RIF and company being sold or we’re all going to HCL etc….