"AT&T and Time Warner's lead attorney Daniel Petrocelli, told the court Monday that...By making just a few adjustments to the Justice Department's economic modeling, he said, the merger could result in annual savings to consumers of $500 million."... — read more 

Cuts will continue until each manager has 10 or more direct reports. This was explicitly stated as a component of the 2020 Vision. No more “special projects” teams with 5-7 FTE. For a change, I believe this actually would be a good thing. Any chance... — read more 

T-Mobile to acquire Sprint. So T list 5 billion trying to acquire TMobile. T-Mobile sends a big fu to T and Verizon only to buy Sprint and T falls to the curb. Love it. Now watch the DOJ send the dagger. Oh and Randall should have been held in... — read more 

"Though previously mentioned, it’s worth noting again that of those respondents cutting pay-TV service, 86.7% do so because of price, and this category increased by 6.6 percentage points y/y. As price drives both dissatisfaction and cord-cutting... — read more 

At this point stock down 15% lower in 2018, I do not see a catalyst to see the trend ending anytime soon, look folks this dinosaur mostrousity is struggling to preserve what they do best and what do you think in trying to preserve an outdated... — read more 

After BILLIONS wasted, not much to show for, it is like Randy looking at himself in the mirror, NOT a pleasant view

Just wondering, how many more companies can brag with such a high number of layoffs in seven years? All in the same area. I think we all know what happened to those jobs. The need for call centers didn't suddenly go down by more than half. Think what... — read more 

Will be announced by the end of this quarter or beginning of next quarter. There may be the usual “effected workgroups” call but from what I’ve heard they already have the names of those who they’ve chosen. I’ve been told the names of the 2 people... — read more 

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?