Topics regarding layoffs at AT&T

Topics regarding layoffs at AT&T

August Layoffs

After having a district call about BS and ignoring previous layoffs as well not mentioning second wave of layoffs, wondering if any other district is facing layoffs or if they are even undergoing more layoffs in retail.

Stankey earnings email

woof! Pretty much to be expected but the numbers are not good. Don't bother watching the video, it's just more song and dance

HBO Max has about 2 million subscribers?

Based on this news piece the numbers suggests HBO Max has about 1.7 million users. Not sure what to think. "As of June 30, 2020, AT&T’s WarnerMedia reported 36.3 million total U.S. subscribers to HBO Max and HBO, up from 34.6 million at Dec. 31... — read more 

Fmla covid

Ok dumb question. News is I’m going to be surplus, can I take an fmla due to covid positive test to save me from being laid off.

sipp

How much percentage does the union get from your sipp package?

Hotel California Syndrome...

So many folks are stuck at AT&T based on the fact that after many years on the job they are well paid at the company and lack the necessary skills or knowledge to earn the same income outside the organization. That is an organizational deficiency... — read more 

Jeremy Leg Q & A

So he spends one full hour on some high level plan first. Then about 3 minutes on the most important question that is surplus. The rest of 90 minutes to his high level talk. Good news he said some high level targets of 30-40% percent that were... — read more 

L2 manager in EG and I'm just p-ss-d

It's been a long 5 years of budget cuts and holds. Layoffs hanging over our head, and I'm frustrated to the point of not caring anymore. I couldn't imagine this being my career and just so disappointed. As many have pointed out who would have known... — read more 

Yet another BBV 'townhall' tomorrow

Gee, I wonder whether layoffs will be discussed. Oh, who am I kidding. A lot of BS pep talk about the journey that lies ahead, how we will win together, requests for being agile, and encouragement to have faith in the lies of our... — read more 

More shady customer tactics

Amid an economy-crushing pandemic, AT&T has decided that now is the best time to send a scaremongering email to some customers, telling them that their device "is not compatible with the new network and you need to replace it to continue receiving... — read more 

Dividend

Looks like we are not the only ones who believe Stankey should cut the dividend. Hopefully, more will jump on this bandwagon. AT&T's (T) new CEO, John Stankey, should bite the bullet and cut the telecom and media conglomerate's dividend, says one... — read more 

IBEW 21 Prem Techs SIPP

I have only heard of one tech in my area that will be taking the Sipp so far. Is it different in other areas? Are other areas going to get enough takers for the 130 they are looking to exit payroll?

Chow August dates

Does anyone know the announcement date in August for the Chow/business organization

sipp

20 sipp offers in Huntsville Collection Center yesterday and one clerk 27 sipp offers in Nashville Collection Center yesterday and one clerk, any thoughts on this. said wont surplus to get the numbers.

Retail directors

Seeing other orgs do away with director level. Any plans to have ARSMs report directly to VP like in other business units?

Targeted ads

Anyone else getting targeted ads specific to the content of this board? I'm getting numerous ones now for "The Retirement Group" about AT&T pensions, for a "How to manage your 14 day window guide", etc. Ads not just on this site, but numerous other... — read more 

More "good" publicity

Looks like the only way for customers to solve an AT&T-related issue is to get the press involved. Great publicity for us once... — read more 

Comcast

https://www.fool.com/investing/2020/07/20/comcast-prepares-sweeping-layoffs-at-nbcuniversal.aspx

AT&T Exit Survey

Manager informed of surplus on 7/10. Tonight I received an “AT&T Exit Survey”. “Thank you for your contributions to AT&T. We are interested in learning more about the reasons why you are leaving. Your feedback is important to us.” You can’t... — read more 

WFH with access to SPI

Would like to know if any non-management people are working from home that have access to any kind of SPI. My office is refusing the WFH , stating the Legal department is just flat out saying no due to the type of information we have access to, even... — read more 

NOT APPROVED, Rebadged to IBM and fired 1 year ago.

We had a claim for the the Trade Adjustment Assistance (TAA) Program ,as amended, established Trade Adjustment Assistance (TAA) to provide assistance to workers in firms hurt by foreign trade. Program benefits include long-term training while... — read more 

HBO MAX fail

As a outside customer, if I had to deal with this BS I would be canceling my subscription immediately. No access to streaming via Roku or Amazon. I like to watch movies on my television, not a tiny screen. How could they launch without this... — read more 

Stunk Master Plan...on track

HBO Max expect 365,000 cancelled subscriptions as cord cutting accelerated in the 2nd quarter, as consumers cut back on expenses and sports seasons were on hold. 8 B Less Revenue

More of the Same..

https://www.barrons.com/articles/at-ts-second-quarter-revenue-earnings-are-expected-to-slip-51595235600

Way to go South Western Air lines!

Thinking of their employees! Southwest is offering leaves of a minimum of six months with benefits and 50% pay for most employees, excluding pilots, who would receive about 61% pay. The maximum leave period varies, and the airline said it "may... — read more 

Report layoffs to press

https://www.cnbc.com/news-tips/ I can't understand why ATT laying off over 15,000 people, some 30% of labs, 100s stores hasn't made it to ANY press.

BBV Org

Anyone heard a confirmed date for BBV surplus notices?

CareerPath Joke

Ridiculous they require posts on the job website when they are obviously for someone already. With the 14 day notice given for managers when surplused , any currently available job posted should literally be available. New one on careepath has an... — read more 

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