Like a skyrocket, HBO MAX will launch with a Flair then sputter and slowly die. Just like all of the other AT&T streaming offerings. Too high of a cost for the content and a terrible platform with constant problems.

Now, sources are saying that the Apollo offer could be exactly the type of deal that AT&T will “have to do now” in order to offload DirecTV and a portion of the debt the company is carrying.He added that there was "no discernible benefit from the two... — read more 

The company reported that yhe cuts are an effects of the coronavirus pandemic and its expected impact not only on consumer spending but also on business spending, specifically on things like software, IT and consulting.

While the rumors are Stinky is about to cut 40% of the US workforce, I thought I would share the news that he is building a new Super Mansion in California for an estimated $30M. He purchased 3 lots to combine to build his mega mansion on. Guess... — read more 

How about we focus on American services and avoid some of this? I’m talking to you, ATT.... ahem, I mean “American Telephone and Telegraph”!!!... — read more 

By debt fueled dividend. Time Warner purchased on cusp of Content Saturation in the marketplace. They had a differentiation to a certain extent with HBO but will be known as the entity that destroyed a once loved name. The strategy is always a day... — read more 

I was laid off after a lengthy career but still too young to retire. Grateful for the years of service, but as I explore new opportunities, I've heard AT&T policy now prohibits supervisors from providing recommendations (written or verbal) and... — read more 

Certified genius 1: we need to generate more revenue. Certified genius 2: I know. Let’s raise prices on directv. Certified genius 3: yes ! But we don’t want more satellite customers. Won’t raising prices draw MORE people to to our satellite... — read more 

T says newer fiber overlay areas not performing as expected. It’s a joke I see fiber in areas for over 2-3 years and most customers are on 1950,s lead cable with cronic trouble! I mentioned to the cust that fiber has been available there for years... — read more 

Did anyone see the NEWS NOW Return to Workplaces email yesterday? Under the Capacity of our Workplaces section, it said “...we are reducing occupancy levels in our buildings by nearly half to accommodate for social distancing. This means we... — read more 

Pushing debt obligations farther into the future, AT&T Is Raising $12.5 Billion In Another Bond Sale To Refinance Oustanding Deb

High Potential or High Po Lists. What a joke. These people never ran anything or had P&L responsibilities. Total joke how people become leaders at ATT but stupid is as stupid does. How can you expect these people to comprehend the customer experience... — read more 

AT&T. While it's able to offer nationwide pay-TV service through DIRECTV, its fiber footprint – for providing high-speed internet service – only overlaps with just 14% of Comcast's cable footprint. A bigger concern for AT&T may be that it doesn't... — read more 

So, the deathstar thinks AT&T TV will save it, and so they're making it their lead product in a bundle with their fiber, leaving DIRECTV as a distant option for rural folks. Sounds like it makes sense, right? High speed fiber internet means... — read more 

Debt fueled disasters the executives have undertaken the past three years. 1-Pumped TMobile full of adrenaline 2-DTV with Cord Cutting right there 3-Time Warner and Destruction of HBO 4-Collab Zones

And not actual value and bottom line delivery. No matter how hard she stomps her feet and clenches her fists and tries to act tough people laugh at her behind her back. Total hack like most who were chosen for leadership rather than earning it. Like... — read more 

We’re being told in Retail that there is currently a hiring freeze. Most stores right now are running on a very minimal amount of employees, barely enough to open the doors every day. Of course everyone is saying that the freeze is due to COVID. I... — read more 

Only audio so luckily we didn't have to see her, her kitchen, or kids cheerleading in the driveway Buzzwords: key pillars fuel our growth simplification and transformation enrich our value props secret sauce delight our customers touch... — read more 

More bad news for AT&T, lack of leadership is taking a toll on young people entering this company, just like many Silo companies, T does not provide the experience they need, actuality threatens job security and securing new opportunities is... — read more 

There are going to be massive cuts coming soon. If you aren’t preforming, it’s probably because you aren’t cheating. Upper management loves their cheaters, because it makes their job easy. Protect yourself - report those who are. If you know... — read more 

https://variety.com/2020/biz/features/media-ceo-salaries-2019-bob-iger-rupert-murdoch-reed-hastings-1234611007/ But yeah, "too many mouths to feed" - that's the problem.

Is there any word on core and prem techs merging?

what is everyone doing, the budgets are being frozen. seems like every year same activity. talk about budgets for months, approve them for a couple of weeks and then back to on hold. what a F-ing joke.

Hi everyone, is anyone informed about the dates or even the month that layoffs will be announced? I’m just curious. Also, will some COR stores close?

Has anybody worked for one of our competitors before they started at AT&T? Is the situation the same as here or better (it's hard to imagine it could be worse?)

Cleaning up their tracks... https://www.wsj.com/articles/at-t-told-to-stop-using-5g-evolution-in-marketing-11590017254

I’m aware IHX is not a popular channel. Before being hired I had no idea. So save me the time on that. But has anyone heard about a potential layoff with IHX?

Will flop and He will blame: 1-The fragmentation on Time Warner's Flop, despite its massive investments in securing hit comedies like Friends and The Big Bang Theory. 2-Unable and unwilling to keep subscribers, with AT&T's confusing branding... — read more 

https://www.mediapost.com/publications/article/351575/warnermedia-hiring-200-on-eve-of-hbo-max-launch.html T will be hiring at least 150 engineers to support HBO Max. Must we continue to subsidize WarnerMedia while squeezing us out of our benefits... — read more 

Lots of surplus talk. When is this expected to go down? And will all orgs happen at one time or will they happen in different phases?

No comment from AT&T. Fox business, MSNBC reporting today that various banks are reporting T will offload DTV very soon. ..possibly merging with Dish, other scenarios / offers being discussed. There goes my $10 a month TV. Sigh.

I go to pay the last phone we have with att and I go to the web page and I can only pay 1xx dollars and it says I only have 7x dollars left to pay. Example number 1 million why no one wants to deal with att. By the time they say I can can pay 7x... — read more 

My friend in hiring said that retail store managers are going to report direct to Directors starting in September and they will be doing hiring freeze on that but I don’t see how it is possible. Have you heard that?

Wow, Stinki by Saying, "Still- the company paying down debt remains a top priority. "The message we really we want to give to you right now is that we can continue to invest and continue to paying out our debt, continue to pay our dividend and... — read more 

AT&T Details $430M Virus Pandemic Earnings Hit for First Quarter, Loses 1.04M TV Subs https://www.hollywoodreporter.com/amp/news/at-t-details-430-million-virus-pandemic-hit-loses-tv-subs-1290532

AT&T hasn’t made money from its Venezuelan operations for years due to strict government controls that keep the price of its packages artificially low — a few pennies per month. The situation has become so dire that DirecTV in 2012 stopped importing... — read more 

AT&T is issuing €3 billion ($3.27 billion) in new debt, boosting its liquidity as the novel coronavirus pandemic continues to impact the company's businesses. In a prospectus, the telecom giant said it will use cash from the offering for general... — read more 

A credible leaked source indicated there will be no layoffs in ATO this year until 2022. So rest well and enjoy life while you can until then.

Heard wireline construction and engineering to be spun off into a separate company to sink or swim with other contract firms. All support roles to go too.

I know this post won’t fly over well with some true “company” people but, just remember, don’t let ATT control your life and your future. You owe it to yourself and your family to control your own destiny. Be proactive not reactive. Save up, and move... — read more