My manager met with me last week and informed me that I was “not a good fit” they needed “more from me”. There were no specific incidence or misconduct. I was told to look for another position or resign. I am not in a sales role, but received a... — read more 

A major union preparing to strike against AT&T has compiled a detailed report of U.S. layoffs and call center closures that it says shows the telecom giant has violated its own post-tax reform promises... — read more 

Anyone else have examples in their garages of unbearable new rules management forces prem techs to do? How about managers going above and beyond to write people up on b.s. issues that the union doesn't lift a finger to stand up for?

"During his day-long testimony inside the Washington courthouse, Stephenson spoke as if his professional life was on the line — which it may be." https://nypost.com/2018/04/19/att-ceo-takes-stand-to-defend-acquisition-of-time-warner/

Please report abuse to USCIS. It is illegal to employ OPT students through third party staffing agencies. AT&T is violating the laws and laying off US citizens

At the last minute, AT&T withdraws the planned IPO of its Vrio unit

It’s not what you know, but who you know. This next round of layoffs, as in the past, will almost certainly impact those who are not liked by their bosses. Unless your center or location is closing, your boss has immense pull over who stays and goes... — read more 

Randy must go, that is the reason Sh-- sticks

There will be a 20% Wire Tech reduction, involving parts of the South East. At least 1 district is a known fact and it’s happening 3rd quarter. Probably happening at other districts, but not going to speculate. Can’t name specific place, so don’t... — read more 

Why is it so hard for a man to get a promotion in Ohio for retail. ARSM, DOS, AVP, VPGM, and regional president all women. There are a few token men promoted here and there but the vast majority are friends of the AVP from dallas and usually women... — read more 

Has anyone heard any updates regarding the ssr position?

Tons of ISM (Integrated Solutions Managers) positions were just filled across the company. Any idea how big this group will get to?

AT&T issued hundreds of pink slips this week though out USA and territories.

Anyone know when/how those impacted by the Brickhaus/GET org layoff (announced 3/9) will be notified??

Just got over a mass VTP office of approx 170. At least 30 VTP offered, I believe 28 took them. Work back loaded and process continually changes. Union contract up as of 4/14/18. Constant rumors of layoffs. A great portion of work moved to Orange... — read more 

Ladies and gentlemen, think about this... Old head I&R techs, what do you get out of bullying your younger colleagues? You make $37-42 an hour. These young men and women(Premises/Wire Techs) came at time during a recession looking for decent paying... — read more 

Why do we never see any posts on ATO? They are shaking things up in CRAN and nothing in the blog.

Talks today that all of TechDev will be back to the office full-time starting in April. No more telecommuting. Rest of ATO to follow shortly. Forced collaboration is the name of the game.

We were told we are getting another $1000 bonus in Atil. I'm in Florida.

Once the TW acquisition is complete layoffs are back on. The retraining announcement serves no purpose than to trick public and regulators that At&t is nice. Sorry but this is PR trick just like RS sold out the Boy Scouts to get Obama’s FCC to... — read more 

Saw this on Verizon page, thought it belonged here as well. You do need to read the whole thing to get the whole picture, though. Does Verizon Really Pay the Typical Worker 60% More Than AT&T?... — read more 

Status for the at&t mobility wireless technicians? 2nd levels are asking 1st levels if there are any techs nearing retirement age in various locations. Work levels are low and thanks to expense budgeting cuts and a focus an the minimal capital work... — read more 

I know some managers that went to a conference recently that laid it out. If anyone had any doubt its time to get prepared. If you aren't trying to get some kind ofeducation before you get cut youre a fool.

SO IT WAS ANNOUNCED OUR CENTER IS CLOSING HERE IN HOUSTON RETENTION DEPARTMENT OPTIONS MOVE TO SAN ANTONIO OR GET SEVERANCE PACKAGE!!!! REALLY NO TRANSFERS HERE LOCALLY WERE IS THE UNION IN THIS?!

Rumor is they will be accepting volunteers. Any other groups doing that?

When you vote your proxy for the upcoming shareholders meeting make sure you vote against Randall Stephenson. On the other items vote against what the board recommends except for the one on renewing the contract for Ernst young as the auditor. We... — read more 

Has the AOC (Alabama Operations Center) on Hwy 280 in Birmingham, AL, been sold? I heard it was, but the deal fell through. Now i'm hearing the sale has been completed. Anybody know what AT&T plans to do with the building?

The March 15th date came and went with no news. Anyone heard about any updates on when COR to AR handoffs, closures and retail surplus is happening?

With Workforce that belongs in the past, we can add 1,Failed T Mobile acquisition,2, deal monstrosity called Direct TV, 3, DirectNow in life support, and 4, TW inc most likely to fail, billions spent, stock it is only valued for the dividend

Anybody here thinks that the merger actually stands a chance in this trial? I'll be honest, I am against it. I can only imagine how many layoffs we would have in the name of consolidations. So as far as I'm concerned, for once I'm on the side of... — read more 

Has anyone hear that the next rounds for layoffs in Arison's group is in the 3Q?

Don't just sit there upset and whining over AT&T and that idiot Randall. Hit them where it hurts...the money. Call or write your local and state representatives and express your misgivings with this monopolistic raw deal. Just imagine Randy's smug... — read more 

A couple of months ago during a meeting our manager told us that we in Orrlando credit and collections are the next center to be closed because we are the lowest performing center. I shook it off but now I have noticed that quite a few people have... — read more 

Which group / location did these folks work at?