it's confirmed that Vz India is going to see layoffs this coming week - Probably around 3rd or 4th Dec. A bunch of us are asked to WFH this week while the others aren't. FYI - When layoffs happened in 2017, the employees were shown the door the same... — read more
So long Europe
Talked to one of my buddies from the MCI days in Europe…everywhere else got hit badly with layoffs but nothing happened there. Must be a reason for that …
As a Nod Towards Our Upcoming Festivus
... let's hear this Season's "airing of grievances"
What percentage of your team got laid off?
My team was pretty small to begin with … my best guesstimate is that roughly 25 to 50 percent got laid off. Gutted!
Cringe Linkedin posts
So many laid off VZ comrades are posting “so grateful to vz” posts all over likedin - social media is so cringe
Jelly of the Month Club
I hope when Dan and the other execs watch Christmas Vacation this holiday season, they realize that they are essentially the a-hole president of the company, Mr. Shirley. In the movie, even the guys wife found his actions to save a quick buck at the... — read more
Gross and Net Adds are somewhat not adding up
Folks, has anyone looked at the latest Gross and Net Adds from all major carriers. Numbers are not adding up. Are these telcos cooking them up?!? Given this desperate layoffs, firing of the CEO at Verizon, is everything ok? Is there any scrutiny on... — read more
Definitely more layoffs coming in December?
It would make sense. The round on the 20th didn’t seem to hit 15K. If that’s true, good luck to everyone. I’m also not convinced this will be the last. I’ve kind of accepted that this whole job feels temporary at this point. I just can’t stress about... — read more
Tami cares!
https://www.phonearena.com/news/former-verizon-executive-tries-optimistic-tone-in-open-letter-to-fired-employees_id176148 Hold your head high! We are still v-team! see everyone at the 5k next year!
Severance Calculation Sheet Incorrect
Yes, I too have been hit by the recent RIF after 30+ years. Several of my upper management also got hit. Unfortunately, I believe the severance calculation sheet is incorrect. Don't sign until you know for sure. It is much less than what I was... — read more
3 weeks from today
Truly sympathizing with anyone who is getting their last regular paycheck 3 weeks from today. The first time I got laid off in 2022, this feeling caused true panic but was short lived. I found another role, and then was laid off for a 2nd time 2.5... — read more
Request for Greater Transparency
I believe that many of us as professionals fully acknowledge the necessity for our company to adapt and respond dynamically to evolving market conditions. However, I believe the primary concern we are facing as a team is the lack of transparency... — read more
History of Corporate America's Layoffs
For those of you too young to remember, he's the basic history of Corporate layoffs in America that all started with the government mandated breakup of the AT&T Bell System telephone monopoly on January 1, 1984 ("Divestiture" of AT&T's local... — read more
The Truth Behind Verizon’s Layoffs: Funding the Frontier Merge Project
The recent Verizon layoffs are primarily linked to the company’s acquisition of Frontier assets. Verizon now needs significant capital to fund the integration of Frontier into its existing systems as well as to cover the acquisition-related... — read more
VZI Get ready to Brace on Dec 3rd or 4th- Its Huge
Approximately 2000 employees are part of this Layoff. All those who had approaching and needs improvement are on the list. If the 20 to 25% numbers are not met ,all other rules come into play. Be prepared. Training session for Directors and ADs will... — read more
Basking Ridge New Jersey Verizon
How many employees did Basking Ridge office have before Nov 20th layoff? According to AI, it houses 6000 people. What percentage of the total is the 1319 people they laid-off? Just wondering, because I read about a WARN Notice investigation... — read more
Just a ?
To all the wireline folks ...what year was it, or when was the last time you had a manager that had a background in telecom?
Happy Franksgiving!
Had to lay off the turkey this year, but hot dogs are pleasing in their own way. Add some beans, maybe some bacon drippings, and life is still pretty good in America!
Employment Lawyer?
Has anyone else who has been laid off in NJ contacted an employment lawyer? The notification itself suggests to do so, but I don't know ehere to begin. I have no illusions about retaining my job, but want t9 be clear on certain things. For... — read more
Remember this Feeling next Time…
Remember this feeling of being Discarded, remember the betrayal that had NOTHING to do with your performance or metrics. Remember how easily they threw you to the trash can once it became expedient— remember it before you sacrifice yourself again... — read more
Network Assurance
Dan & Executives! If you’re reading this please stop laying us off. Having 150 + macros sites is nuts. Good bye work life balance. Also, how long until you do the same stuff as sprint and outsource network to vendors ? If you want to take Verizon... — read more
Replace your boss with AI
I am not trolling- this is useful: https://ReplaceYourBoss.ai
Thank god I left there months ago.
Hope they fix the IT dept. HCL is down right awful. Good luck Dan with the mess that was created.
Feeling betrayed. Don’t be tone deaf to us being laid off.
I posted this in a comment but deserves its own post. ••• “True happiness is worth more than money, possessions, or job status.” but money pays the bills, possessions clothe us and feed us, job status showcases our talent and makes us useful in... — read more
Is anybody else stuck thinking about layoffs?
Even today? I keep replaying the next round in my head and wondering when it's coming and how large it'll be and whether I'm actually going to make it through. The worry just hangs around because this place has for sure left a mark on everyone who... — read more
Happy Thanksgiving
Try to relax, if you can. I can’t. I still have a job, but the last month really took a toll. I feel deeply for the people who were let go, and I wish them the best of luck. I can still pay the bills, but surviving this round doesn’t feel like a win... — read more
The Disturbing Link Between Psychopathy And Leadership
Looking at Dan, Sampath and Hans. Interesting read from Forbes. ... — read more
will DAN try to down size the union
do you think he can,and how?any insight
Executive Compensation During RIF
While the plan was being developed to layoff 15,000 people a retention bonus was extended to Sampath and the CFO Skiadas. Each received $4,000,000 in stock. Hans will collect close to $25,000,000 for 2025 and will continue to get paid as an... — read more
Happy Thanksgiving!
Make sure you take time to enjoy family and friends, eat some good food, enjoy some good entertainment. True happiness is worth more than money, possessions, or job status. Hug your significant other, tell your children how much you love them, reach... — read more
Happy Thanksgiving to all Except Dan Schulman
I hope Dan’s Thanksgiving is as warm and comforting as an 8 AM layoff call.
Doesn't feel like Thanksgiving
I don’t feel like I have much to be thankful for right now, and the only thing I keep trying to remind myself of is that at least I don’t have a wife and kids depending on me, because getting laid off would’ve hit even harder if I had a whole family... — read more
EA Internal Opening Posted
Did everyone see an EA position just opened up in BR? I am sure there was someone more than qualified that was just RIFed that could have been retained. It's disgusting to make people flock to one single position in the hope they are not taken off... — read more
How are you backing up your stuff on these locked down systems?
USB drive appears under This PC, but will show 0 bytes capacity, 0 bytes used regardless of format. Email puts everything out there for inspection and company retention.
Be Aware - 10,000+ Verizon Layoffs coming in 2026 due to the Frontier merger. It is (not) done, by far.
Be Aware - 10,000+ Verizon Layoffs coming in 2026 due to the Frontier merger. It is (not) done, by far.
When are we able to sign severance package?
There is no box to put my signature in…
2025 STI shows at $0 on severance calculation and agreement?
Not sure if it’s just me, but my severance calculation and agreement show 2025 STI as $0. Does that mean I would not get STI in Q1? Or is it that 2025 STI isn’t part of the “severance” and is instead just paid out in the normal course of my... — read more
So when is the new PayPal exec announced that will replace Shankar?
It seems odd that the other PayPal execs are around already, but Shankar is still not replaced. I mean, he's not doing any work, not showing up for anything, not talking to his teams, not setting a strategy or a direction or anything. So clearly HE... — read more
Verizon Gear Clothing etc being told to dispose or turn in
So why am I being told to turn in any Verizon gear like branded cloths that were given to me.This seems wrong .They said you can dispose of or turn it in.But we are not supposed to be wearing it after our departure from the company.Seems oddly... — read more