No sales, mostly disconnecting circuits, layoffs for years, maintenance on equipment that is not supported. I live in Little Rock and people don't even know who Windstream is. No advertising. Nothing.

What's your prediction as it relates to the possiblity of Windstream Layoffs 2021? Any news or rumors?

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After talking to colleagues I get sense that everyone would without much hesitation agree to accept the first decent job they find and leave Windstream. We should all be aware though that grass is not always greener on the other side. I’m interested... —  read more 

Since no one feels comfortable asking questions during the Town Hall meetings without fear of retribution, maybe a question here will warrant a Stream post or some other response. The culture at Windstream is sick. People are are angry, bitter... —  read more 

Almost all companies say degree or equivalent experience on job postings! All a degree tells them is your good at learning, being that most college classes have almost nothing in them of direct value to the company. The truth is if your a good self... —  read more 

Someone in our organization (about 1000 employees) got talked into getting Windstream OfficeSuite. We're a Windstream ILEC customer. My impression is that's it's just a rebranded Zoom. Is there any reason to use OfficeSuite instead of Zoom? Is it... —  read more 

Been working for over a year now on a big FWA project here about an hour north of HQ. This should have rolled out in September. Leadership is absent and as they drag on T-moile opened up the area to their LTE home internet. The people i've talked to... —  read more 

Windstream acquires companies, keeps the employees around long enough to benefit from whatever the company had to offer Windstream and then lets the employees go by the fistful. People that were let go may be better off by not being under... —  read more 

Getting ridiculous.....HR offering bonus if you refer someone, but no raises for most (talking about increases to keep even with inflation, so not really a raise). So besides having an ever increasing workload we are now being asked to do HR's job!... —  read more 

I was thinking, if WIN is not really a software company and their tip and ring is ancient, what really do they offer? Let's be real. Look at Facebook, Amazon, Twitter, Instagram. I suppose they might be good for rural internet. That's a WIN.

My regional mgr, GS, sits out of Dalton, says the few of us still left are probably safe

I was just wondering when Windstream will become the Software Powerhouse and the leader of innovative technology. Is there a timeframe for this or should I keep shopping and napping all day? I'm kind of getting really bored with disconnecting... —  read more 

Elon Musks Starlink internet service is right around the corner. Rural internet speeds at 100mbs. No more crutches to keep Windstream standing.

Windstream 2020 COBRA Monthly Rates Medical - Blue Cross Blue Shield or UMR Carrier 1 Carrier 2 1850 Plan Employee Only $512.17 $552.06 when employed pay $157.80 a month 2850 Plan Employee Only $444.41 $478.91 4500 Plan Employee Only... —  read more 

How much did WIN employees lose from their portfolios after the company stock got cancelled? The execs didnt even hesitate when it came to cleaning them out. The company 401k match was in company stock for a LONG time, most didnt sell that stock... —  read more 

I was just let go from Engineering.

I keep seeing warnings about Nov 3. What is coming??

Seems a lot of promotions again at the top. Any crumbs for the rest of us? I wish HR could talk about this concern in an open and honest manner. But this Windstream so I know better.

Y’all got me LOLing over here with these posts. It’s been a while since I’ve looked at this. I assume we all be laid off eventually. It’s what round your in. I filled out the engagement survey and yeah I’m probably next hahaha I put my whole feelings... —  read more 

25 years and I left on my own decision. Wow, I have a wireless keyboard, mouse, 2 monitors, alot more money, health benefits, work from home when I choose, stay busy, have a purpose, wake up happy everyday. Get out and Network people and make your... —  read more 

I received a box from WIN this week announcing their emergence from restructuring as they turn the page into the next chapter of business. I left the company this summer on my own terms I guess they didn't get the memo. Anyways thanks for the new... —  read more 

what happened to the post about the HR pushing ERG as opposed to helping all windstreamers. Is this a taboo subject?

"Coming out the other side of bankruptcy, Windstream admits it has been on a ‘rocky’ road with the channel and wants to make it up to partners with a series of ‘untelco-like’ services, Windstream Enterprise President Layne Levine tells... —  read more 

Well fall is setting in and it is a beautiful time of year. Watching the leaves fall, feeling the sense of giving. Christmas is just around the corner. Just think about it fellow windstreamers, REALLY THINK ABOUT IT. In this terrible time of COVD the... —  read more 

It's a wonderful thing to be Optimistic. I agree with that. It's another thing to be taken advantage of while you try your best to provide for your family. Now let's be blunt and honest here. For years there have been no raises for the hard working... —  read more 

Who in their right mind would think that a new logo could change the outlook of a company that is on a fast downhill track? We’ve still got the same outdated/useless systems that half the time aren’t working. We are being overworked without any... —  read more 

You can bet your paycheck, you’re about to get parted out like a car at U-Pull it auto parts. They didn’t buy you, they inherited Windstream bc they owned your debt. The only way to recoup their money is sell you off. Bye

Article: https://www.fiercetelecom.com/telecom/windstream-ceo-tony-thomas-talks-mowing-grass-about-and-his-company-accomplishments-during "We had fully transparent communications with employees," Thomas said. "CEOs get a lot of credit for this... —  read more 

Besides lowered debt and more money to invest in the company, emergence from bankruptcy presents Windstream's owners with several options to consider: everything from keeping the business intact and running it for several years as is, to carving it... —  read more 

"Windstream Leaves Channel ‘Checkered History’ Far Behind with Bankruptcy Exit" https://www.channelpartnersonline.com/2020/09/22/windstream-leaves-channel-checkered-history-behind-with-bankruptcy-exit/ As a customer, I'm so relieved it's all... —  read more 

We "EMERGED"...Lol!! How much research did Tony put into that word? Haha...what a joke! Of course we did, you mean all of us down here are suppose to s— up yo the guy that created this bankruptcy to begin with. EMERGED= "Now we can Layofg... —  read more 

What’s the point with the engagement survey? No one ever listens. Nothing ever changes. It just gets Keeps getting worse. Then they sit there and wonder why participation is so low and no one bothers

The day has arrived- TT says we have emerged from bankruptcy. Now we wait and see if all the predictions on this site come to be. Is CLEC safe? Is ILEC safe? Will sales staff be cut? What changes will come about regarding middle/upper management? So... —  read more 

I haven't heard anything from any sides and usually this board lights up when there are cuts.

At least some occurring today....I know of at least myself and one other in my team.

https://www.kccllc.net/windstream/document/1922312200914000000000005 Expect major changes soon. We also have a Thursday before a payday at the end of the quarter. Elliot is about to drop the hammer! Buckle up buttercup!

Look back at the comments for the last year. It's a sinking boat like the Titanic, just get out and for everyone that wants to say "We are keeping ILEC going", no you are not. You are the musical instruments until it sinks.