WFH already proved it works. We did it for years. Output didn’t drop, and in most cases it actually improved. Turns out it’s the person doing the work that matters, not the chair they’re sitting in. The irony is we sell global connectivity, yet... — read more 

Accounts locked this morning, did they accidentally surplus people before the planned date?

Just heard the Org under Sinclair/Vlok facing layoff last week of May. Total about 20% of those working under Vlok.

Now I think they actually enjoy it. The cruelty isn't a side effect. It's the goal.

came into the office today to find my microsoft account has been disabled… said it should be back in 30 minutes…. 4 hours ago

and I kick myself everyday that I didn't have the stones to leave 10 years earlier. They say the grass isn't always greener. In this case, I have yet to fine someone who didn't find better grass.

When is the next wave of NPC&E layoffs? Specifically Mobility? Specifically Management? We know layoffs are continuous in other parts of company. The love comes in waves in NPC&E though.

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https://www.tomshardware.com/tech-industry/artificial-intelligence/chinese-court-rules-companies-cant-fire-workers-just-because-ai-is-cheaper-ruling-says-automation-alone-doesnt-justify-layoffs

The company doesn’t believe or care about Work Life Balance anymore. To the company it’s all about compliance reports.

They have done RTO since what 2023/4? We are now in 2026 and they still haven’t assigned people to desks. I don’t understand how they can continue to play games with their employees legally. I know the question was asked several times during town... — read more 

Sounds like she was pushed out.

This shithole wouldn’t know talent if it punched them in the face. HR is a bunch of talentless Karens that only use is to be a meat shield between employees that do work, and our d-mb as fu-k C suite. Can’t wait to be out of this dysfunctional... — read more 

Anybody knows why Kara Long was shown the door? The announcement was pretty short. Left to pursue other opportunities, good luck. That’s it. No “retirement”, no flattery about her illustrious career. I thought she was hired pretty recently.

ol boy stank will be in San Ramon, probably scouting it out to see if it can be closed down.

Sitting in AT&T's open office today. No assigned desks. Five day mandate. "Collaboration" is the official reason. The reality: complete silence. Cold shoulders. Headphones. Everyone either annoyed or running on fumes. The only conversations happening... — read more 

WFH was a success during COVID and could be at any time, it's the person doing the work, not the location. We sell global connectivity yet we do not want to connect employees who are also customers. We all know right now it's a 'do as I say, not as I... — read more 

https://hrexecutive.com/remote-work-doesnt-break-company-culture-poor-measurement-does/ Enough said.

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I always love how the day starts out great. But then my boss gets into her email and starts firing away all sorts of directives and asks. I probably have a few more hours before this nonsense starts. Often wanting a response “ASAP”. Almost all isn’t... — read more 

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I've been here twenty two years and I can tell you the best days are behind us. What this place used to be and what it is now aren't the same thing.

Coming soon to an office near you: widespread layoffs dressed up as “performance decisions.” Don’t expect generous severance packages or smooth exits. Companies are increasingly looking for ways to avoid those costs altogether. Instead, they’ll build... — read more 

The reality is that T has far more FTEs than the other guys. I totally get the need from an operating expense perspective to reduce headcount but the reality is the work still needs to get done. Having said, that contractors will be where the work... — read more 

Seems that more consolidation is on the horizon. Small specialized centers are toast.

T is a large corporation where mot everyone knows execs outside if their org. Tell me which execs need to go and why. I would be really interested in everyone's perspective.

A lot of folks being lead out of the business.

Did you all get 100% raises to pay for all the gas for your wonderful commuting into the office now to stare at your laptop all day?????

Any news yet on where?

Can someone explain to me what this team does besides using IBM Watson to monitor use cases and do reporting?

Looks like Payrolland Accounts Payable get to find out their fate tomorrow during a “Leadership Synch” with their VP @9am. The invite did not appear until 3pm today and the AVPs bolted as soon as it came out. Probably not good news. I suspect news... — read more 

John Stankey built his entire career on exactly the kind of institutional loyalty he now tells 130,000 people is dead. He joined Pacific Bell in 1985 straight out of college. He has never meaningfully worked anywhere else — Pacific Bell became SBC... — read more 

Friday May 1st - Workers International Day - On Strike! Shut down the planet! Get stoned! Peace out!

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Anyone know about this? I saw it on nj.com