I don't meet MR75, but am curious as I only have 23 years in, and am 51. If I leave, do I get the mobility discount for AT&T retirees?
New union leadership
Claude Cummings was sworn in as the new president of the communications workers of america today. He was the vice president of district 6 covering the att southwest and att mobility purple agreement. He is the first att employee to be the president... — read more
Surplussed employees at MDP.
Congratulations you have been chosen for MDP 2023. Come to Texas, meet people and try to get a job. Anyone else know someone in this situation and thoughts???
RTO
RTO is a losing proposition when you consider the cost of fuel, parking, lunch car wear and tear and daycare costs!!
Why is AT&T stock dropping so much?
AT&T stock took a significant hit on April 20 after the company's first-quarter earnings showed slower subscriber growth, the analysts noted. Shares lost 10% that day, their largest decline in more than 20 years, according to Dow Jones Market Data... — read more
Once Upon A Time
Once upon a time, there was a company that was very successful. It had a great product and was making a lot of money. The CEO and executives were very happy with the company's success and decided to invest in some frivolous business ventures. They... — read more
None of this has anything to do with collaboration
It has to do with getting rid of long time employees who are now more of a liability than an asset to the CEO’s pocket.
Almost $1/share lost in the last 7 days
This is a direct reflection of the loss in confidence both from the employees and our shareholders. At what price do we kick our leadership to the curb?
Tech Layoff started by Elon Musk
It's worth noting that Musk played a significant role in the Tech layoff, where numerous individuals pointed out that Twitter managed to operate effectively with only half of its workforce. As a result, Musk made the decision to release a... — read more
Level 3+ Remote Positions
How many national Level 3 and above positions not located in a Hub city have been given a pass and do not have to relocate? If you feel comfortable ID location and organization.
Bull in a China Shop
"Move across the country, and we may eliminate your job in 6 months." "Have we told you how much we appreciate you?"
ABS to have portions sold to HCL Technology
Will we really sell portions of ABS to HCL? What does this mean for everyone in this organization? Will we be pushed to the new company? I just returned to the office and now this?
Where is the public pressure for US jobs?
T’s plan is to hire up to 60% ‘employees’ vs contractors. Sounds like the right direction,no? Not so fast- per SVP Summers, the plan is to increase the approx 1k Indian employee workforce to THREE TIMES that number. So after the 2023 surpluses… T... — read more
Get back to the Basics T
Remember when you were recognized by a good job performed and your hard work and dedication? The company has gone soft and so has our stock value. Ever since we started embracing change we have gone down hill. We need to get back to our roots. If... — read more
Mass Markets Relo Letters
Mass Markets relocation letters will be going out on July 21st
Collaboration Goal - 1 New Contact/Day
If just getting back to the office, make it a goal to introduce yourself to one new local coworker reach day. This quickly increase your network and collaboration opportunities.
Time frame for release after declining relo offer?
Can't afford the move to Atlanta, wondering how long after declining the relocation offer will I be let go. Still waiting for the offer letter though so ??? Thanks
lead cable contamination may finally ki-l off ma bell
The wall street journal spent some bucks and lots of time on this story. Analysts say ma bell has the most risk for years to come on this. Lead terrifies average joe mama. Randy and stinky almost ki-led ma bell, but this could get the job finally... — read more
How was your first RTO day? Atlanta and Dallas?
Did you get the desk "YOU" had to reserve so that you are in compliance with going into the office? Any issues? How was the welcome party?
Just a reminder ..
Our previous CEO, Randy, left with a guaranteed $274,000 a month for the rest of his life. That's a pretty sweet deal for not having to do anything.
It's disrespectful
I understand that everyone is fed up with this place, but is it really so bad that people can't wait to be laid off? If so, then what are you still doing here, why not just leave? Such a mindset is demeaning to those of us who, despite everything... — read more
A word of caution on employer sponsored Medicare Advantage plans
"Employer-sponsored plans receive billions of dollars in federal payments, but they also get something other Medicare Advantage insurers don’t: automatic exemptions to some requirements that apply to the policies available to individual... — read more
Office
I personally love being back in the office in Atlanta. Lovely offices and clean restrooms. The real plus is not having to use all my utilities at home.
Pension Plan Annuity Buyout (Athene)
Hello Folks, For those of you who are impacted by the Transfer of Pension Management to Athene (From AT&T). I made the effort to call into Athene and the "Welcome Kit" being sent out via US Mail are being sent out TONIGHT (07-10-23). So, you might... — read more
Any reports from the battlefields?
Communications are clogged but messages coming through of massive overcrowding. Communications were knocked off line temprarily by WFH rebels holdouts. WOLVERINES!!!
Virtual workers in Dallas???
Why do we have employees assigned “telework” but they live in Dallas and are “assigned “ to Akard??
2 week notice or not ?
So those of us that are planning to leave, are you giving a 2 week notice or just a few days?Personally I am not planning to sit around and hope for severance or for someone to get hit by a bus. Just curious what others are thinking.
My biggest worry
My biggest worry at this point is that those of us who walk away will be out of work for many months. Either that, or we'll have to settle and be willing to accept a job that will pay significantly less than we made here/are objectively worth. The... — read more
Complaining is pointless
I think people complain too much and do too little to find something better for themselves. Somehow it turns out that always those who complain the most stay here much longer than those whom I thought were comfortable and then one day they suddenly... — read more
Parking in Atlanta and Dallas is short several
Thousand spaces and they know this going into it.
Laid off
Do you really want to be laid off? I do, and most people I know at work also want to be laid off, and everyone says they're not leaving until the company shows them the money. Haha it seems everyone wants to GTFO.
1st Level Mgr Strike
Wildcat strke called for all 1st level managers tomorrow.
Please stop posting links to articles
You're creating useless clutter in the forum and adding no value!
https://www.google.com/amp/s/www.businessinsider.com/retire-return-to-office-baby-boomer-never-wants-go-back-2023-4%3famp
Why RTO? Bosses are made obsolete by remote work Another Boomer power Play.
https://www.cnn.com/2023/02/26/success/severance-agreements-rule-change-federal-labor-board-faq/index.html
See #5 about severance.
new cost for ATT?
https://www.wsj.com/articles/lead-cables-telecoms-att-toxic-5b34408b?st=kqt4dg0izdn03h0&reflink=desktopwebshare_permalink AMERICA IS WRAPPED IN MILES OF TOXIC LEAD CABLES Telecom companies laid them decades ago and thousands were left behind, posing... — read more