I will find something else. Didn't want to but it is a relief getting this past me. I just didn't want to retire. 29 years of experience and a 60 day cram course for 27 year old assuming my role. Good luck sparky! He is good at messaging and qchat but that's about it.
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Why would you want to spend years of frustration working here bumping your head up against the glass ceiling looking for promotions, progressions, and good raises, s---ing up, only to have it come to an abrupt end so that your boss can tell you "this is the best thing that could ever happen to you?"
That is the AT&T career path model.
@ZrsDLDj-1yko - I am
Who's the id--t giving negative reviews to posts that are giving thanks and support to those layed off? What a jerk!
@ZrsDLDj-1elr You want to sue a company for not employing you? Can I also sue you, cause you haven't even offered to employ me ever? Smells like discrimination. Then I'll sue all the rich people for not giving me any money. They just sat there while I suffered without their money, sickening!
Good luck partner. Blue skies ahead.
I too was surplussed at AT&T after 28 1/2 years in March. It was hard for me to let go. I kept waiting for someone to interview me — no one ever did. My boss showed up in my office for the 1st time on that day after my being being there 2 1/2 years. It stung. The petty classes they give are a joke. Benefits evaporate quickly once you leave payroll. The process is the same cold, heartless way for craft or the Director level. No one said thank you for your service. I was a ghost for 60 days. There, but no one saw me. In the end, I found employment elsewhere. I feel less stressed daily. But I had to move, the pay is less, and vacation doesn’t kick in until after 6 months. Hang in there if you can. But being surpluses is not the worst thing in the world. Reflect on it 4 - 6 months later. You may find that even if you get paid less you feel appreciated and happier.
You shouldn't have to train your replacement. In my department, employees that are surplus are not expected to continue performing their role. Their time is spent looking for a new job and attending workshops. Good luck.
You will do great! There is life after the death star! Hang in there :-)
that is the company line your manager is taught to say to you - "the best thing to ever happen " yet it is not always the case. they just say that to make themselves feel better for increasing shareholder value and getting an "atta boy" from their boss.
Was let go back in January, and it was the best thing in the world. I was with them for 17 years and am 52. Was worried I was "too old" but something better came along. More money, better benefits and training on the best equipment out there. Hang in there. Keep your head up and you will be fine.
Be glad you were not forced out when you were in mid career , years away from retirement, with no full pension, and had to compete for a new job with the 27 year olds out on the street
... sorry to hear... but a lot of us were hoping to complete our work careers with The Company, we had only a few years to go. It’s unfortunate that The Company was so heartless to expect you to train your replacement. I’d had simplified all processes and let them devise how it gets done. You do know you’ll be blamed for all issues once you leave anyways. But who really cares at that point. I feel for you but in the end it’s better to leave. You have your pension. I retired out wth 39yrs and 4 months. Best thing ever. I’m not looking for work, chillin and relaxing. Just be glad you’re not staying and stressing. Best wishes moving forward. You’ll land on your feet.
You'll land on your feet. Thanks for the 29 years of service! Your experience is wanted at another firm who isn't trying to shed so much debt.