If they were really trying to get rid of as many people as possible as you all say over and over. They would start start dr-g testing.

Stankey still having a job is one of life’s great mysteries. It’s up there with the Bermuda Triangle and Big Foot.

I have been coming here for a while basically because AT&T doesn't tell you anything about what is really going on. So coming here gives me the chance to see if others are going through the same bs. I am in the field installing products and dealing... — read more 

26 year surp this month. Just received a packet from Stanky congratulating me on my retirement and pick out a gift. Hits keep coming.

Anyone hear anything about ATT/Gigapower buying or ATT selling the CLEC subsidiary called LNS/OOR/ATT Metro?

"RTO" Good news and bad news. On the good side, my Org (part of Mass Markets) was fortunate to get several virtual exceptions and a large number of approved non-hub locations, primarily in call centers who are our client base (logical for... — read more 

Shows how stupid Stankey is if he believes that people will collaborate more. There is this wonderful new invention called a telephone you can use fro anywhere to collaborate. Stankey knows nothing about it.

https://reachingahead.com/drilling-down-to-the-core-of-anxiety/

Huge cuts today, this week, likely complete by eom. Everything and anything that costs $'s to keep a healthy branded company as a going concern is being cut. It's being prepared to sell off the parts. Massive slash and burn levels now reached. Don't... — read more 

It’s there for us employees to voice our concerns and questions, especially the ones who have nothing to lose now. But I only see a few people commenting about their concern about the stocks and 16b in cap. Only one person was brave enough to call... — read more 

Was anyone impacted today in JVBs org?

All you 25+ years of tenure people joined cellular one, pac bell, ameritech, cingular, bell south, etcetera and likely made loads of money for the business and yourselves. You grew your markets from literally nothing to powerhouses. Then SBMS bought... — read more 

Everything is going downhill. Total apathy is accelerating at a faster and faster pace. Leadership remains mum.

I want to express my sympathies today to our comrades in GEM but Bolton channel beware. Aug 17th will be the Bolton announcements for off payroll Aug 31st. The individual layoffs will be 100% performance based with less than 60% QTD to be cut. You... — read more 

So Amazon now wants employees back to ‘hubs’ … “There’s more energy, collaboration, and connections happening since we’ve been working together at least three days per week, and we’ve heard this from lots of employees and the businesses that... — read more 

do nothing and collect the check...like we've all been doing for decades

I got my letter to move to Dallas. My job was virtual since 2015. This is actually illegal to target people because of their age. They know how long it has been since they hired in certain locations and how long I have been here. This is a target... — read more 

If you were surplused, and were not given 90 days notice per FEDERAL law, file a complaint with HR. We should all get paid for those 90 days regardless of AT&T rules. Federal law trumps it and they are trying to get away with not paying people.

JVB came in and rearranged Mid Markets promising better structure only for it not to work. So, 2023 we are given unattainable quotas and now (rumors) if you are 80% or less YTD you are getting let go. Maybe Chris Donan really did know this was... — read more 

If Lenox is your assigned location, you may be assigned certain days to come into the office to deal with overcrowding. May the odds be in your favor.

I am not in a position to lose my job. I can’t afford it. I have a mortgage I have to pay, I have kids in school and college, I have other debts that have to be paid, and my health is far from perfect so I desperately need my health insurance, as bad... — read more 

Exactly what product or service does HR provide that is profitable? Surplus the entire department. T can use a temp agency for all the hiring, firing, and policy enforcement.

The shortage of spaces is leading to a hostile and unhealthy work environment!

Texas ranked worst state to live in the US, see where other states stand Amethyst Martinez Isabelle Butera USA TODAY https://www.usatoday.com/story/news/nation/2023/07/19/worst-states-to-live-in-2023-cnbc-list/70430783007/

Wondering if any org is getting hit today?

There is a lot of bad information & advice being handed out. A lot of people do not like me & many of you may recognize my horrible writing skills. I do agree, my writing skills are at a 3rd grade level. It’s extremely hurtful & personal as to... — read more 

The best leverage you can have in a search for employment is the fact that you have a job. Find something better. I've been with the company almost 15 years, there's life after T. I'm about to accept a position with another company doing the same job... — read more 

If you're like me, you know the surveys they send out are total bullsh-t and are definitely not anonymous. If the surveys were anonymous, it would paint a true picture of how people really feel about this place and that would NOT be good for... — read more 

https://youtu.be/r6_tBn64j6U

These days "Collaboration" is used by college grads that have no actual or practical experience or knowledge. Those who do not know their job, cannot learn their job, or will not learn their job gather as many inexperienced and unknowing employees... — read more 

Overall, AT&T has been a terrible experience for me and I can't wait to leave. This place is falling apart fast. However, let's be realistic, I would probably encounter similar issues and have similar complaints with most competitors, wouldn't I?

Got my letter today. Job moving to Dallas and must report by 12/31/2023. No relocation. Have to accept or decline by August 4th. If you decline, on a surplus list with the letter coming late September. Off payroll early October.

T has Stink and Twitter has Elon. Both companies are considered Tech, and both are currently in some pretty bad situations. Both are also now considered among the most toxic work environments, but I wonder which is worse? Stink was deeply involved... — read more 

Under Rafferty West Coast Work Force Management We were originally told to report to office July 1. Now it's a one year extension plus 90 days to relocate once the year passes. Any one else get extension. Beginning to think they decided to lay... — read more 

I am told surplus notices given tomorrow. My manager will be calling each if us and letting us know if we are affected. After that expect major reorg announcement the end of the first week of August, just a couple days after people will be off... — read more 

is the SVP slurring words? Yikes

She is soooo disconnected, talks to us like kindergartners. She needs to go!!!

Going to Dallas.