I expect it to be worse than what we've already been through. Being under this much stress for so long doesn't help with what's coming. I truly hope that whatever happens, things work out in the end for each and every one of us. And don't forget that... — read more
eliminate all of the satellite offices
Why don't they eliminate all of the satellite offices and remote employees first? There are some directors, senior directors and VPs that hide at home all the time, some that wear the same clothes days on end that are never in the office. They hide... — read more
Negotiate severance?
So hearing the severance situation is at least 2 months garden pay, possibly another 8 weeks on top of that and 2x weeks for each year of service; at least from two other threads on here. Has anyone heard of the ability to negotiate for more pay... — read more
Questions to be asked on the layoff call
I feel it is what it is. The severence rules are laid out. Is there anything specific you should ask?
What about Contractors??
Are they even laying off contractors ??talking about technology ( networking )
Severance
Severance is 8 weeks + 2 weeks/year worked, upto max of 26 weeks. Is the garden leave considered as the initial 8 weeks? If not, max severance is 8 weeks of garden leave + 26 weeks of severance, right?
Job security - What a joke.
Telecom used to be the kind of industry where you could build a career and retire from it, especially for engineers in RF, Systems and Networking. When many of us started out years ago, we accepted that trade-off: other fields might pay more, but... — read more
Not much empathy for tenured who get laid off
I’m probably just a complete d-mb a$$ but I dont feel much empathy for laid off employees who have tenure assuming the severance packages match what is on magenta pulse. 2+ months garden leave 2 weeks additional severance per year of service on... — read more
Details…
When are the 15 min meeting notices put on your calendar? Morning of layoff day? Night before? Also, do they tell you when to go in the office to pack up your personal stuff? Do you have to give back home monitors? Would like some additional insights... — read more
Tmobile is pressing charges
#stayfree a buddy if mine got laid off and took a bunch of his personal files while now tmobile is charging her with stealing company data. She's freaking out stay free everyone
For those of us who are lucky to stick around after layoffs…
of course, my heart goes out to those who lost their jobs and will lose their jobs, and heck I may also lose my job next week, but i have feeling based on what I do and our tiny team, I’ll probably stick around and get more responsibility or rather... — read more
If you haven’t figured it out yet……
TMO does not give a sh-t about anyone. The we are a people first company mantra they constantly push is complete BS. TMO is a profit and growth first company, we the people are nothing more than a means to that end. If you have not been impacted by... — read more
5 Day RTO Coming
Well for those fortunate enough to keep their jobs, hearing RTO 5 days a week is coming as part of the new strategy going forward. Gone are the Friday through Monday "4 day weekends" many have been enjoying. Covid is long over...time for everyone... — read more
About 10K laid off and not a peep in the biz news
What is up with the news? About 10K jobs have been eliminated this month (January) and not a single news article, posting, etc. anywhere... where are the biz reporters? How can anyone trust the news and media when a story like this doesn't even make... — read more
Forever Magenta
I’ve seen some posts on Linkedin where laid off employees are saying forever Magenta. When a company lays you off, they’re telling you that you aren’t important enough to keep. That you don’t have the skills to make a true difference. You look like a... — read more
smra sr manager position eliminated
first start of consumer we are hearing; the smra sr manager role has been eliminated. sounds like at least some of them have been offered a step-down role or severance option and they have the weekend to decide. most consumer will start on tuesday... — read more
Next week
Buckle up cause this week was nothing compared to what's coming. Best of luck.
Any idea of layoff counts under Katz?
Anyone know how many ICs getting impacted under Katz?
For those left behind
Watching the recent T-Mobile layoffs has been brutal. So many genuinely talented, hardworking people let go—people who did everything right and still got swept up in a decision that feels cold and mechanical. What makes it harder is that many of us... — read more
any H1Bs impacted?
Anybody on H1B visa impacted in this round so far? In previous rounds, no visa folks were impacted, at least on the network org. Seems like company is harboring visa holders, Anybody else feel that way? H1B paperwork involves filling costs, lawyer... — read more
Any idea how long layoffs will last?
Indefinitely? Until we all go nuts from anxiety?
Gotta pay for that ballroom
We were told we were a family. That this culture was different. It’s only a matter of time before you are deemed not efficient enough and they show you the door. I had coworkers that have recently been on baby bonding leave, others that are in... — read more
So after today's bloodbath, there'll be even more cuts in coming weeks?
How are we supposed to survive this?
Stores
Will retail locations be closing? Anyone heard of the layoffs affecting retail?
Started in Frisco
Seen few people walking out of the office at the Frisco location today early noon! Guess it has just begun in Tech Next week is going to be big!
Operations and Engineering affected?
Wondering how many field ops and switch ops will be cut. more and more work to pile on those who remain.
H1b on high risk
RF Sr Manager here Just had a meeting with my Sr. Director & it looks like most of the folks impacted on my team are H-1B employees, mainly to reduce OPEX costs. That’s really sad. We have some truly great people on the team and they’re top... — read more
Anyone under Lori Ames get sacked yet?
Is the culling over??
What if you’re on pto on the day of layoffs?
What happens when you’re not available the day they send out the meeting invites?
Breakdown coming layoff for regional and area
Here’s a breakdown by region and area. These numbers have been verified. All regions combined ICs: 43 will be let go Managers (including senior managers): 5 Per area ICs: 10–12, depending on the area Managers: 2 per area To reduce costs, all... — read more
Ulb
Yall think it's a coincidence the ULB is not updated ?
Big Changes Across Org Next Week
Goodspeed everyone.
If the exit gates are up in parking garages at the Bellevue campus, then layoffs are happening
Buildings B1, B2, B3 normally requires one to badge out to exit parking. They will put the exit gates up since they deactivate badges...
Waiting for my lottery ticket numbers to be called.
Its a sad state of where the company is today, when most people I talk with now are no longer scared of being laid off, they are actually hoping for it. Most people now are hoping their number is called like we are waiting for the lottery numbers to... — read more
Sales Managers Forcing Activity
Some of these je-ks can’t even allow us to breath as we await our fate. It’s nonstop with the metrics, quotas, and sales meetings. F U
What happens after you get laid off? Do you still need to work?
Do you still need to work and hand off all your projects while you're still on payroll?
Bonuses still paid out of laid off employees?
Will those laid off still get 2025 bonuses?
Provide the feedback only tech pp
What's the criteria they're using to select sr Manager Managers and ICs.
Any guesses to the total body count from today's massacre?
Former (as of 10 AM today) GAE - just wondering how many lost their jobs today. Serious questions need to be asked how the allegedly Best Network with Industry Leading 2025 quarterly results has dropped its stock price from $270 to $183 in 9 mo's. ... — read more