If I were a web scrapping algorithm I would definitely scrape this website for general internal sentiment at companies. Such a web scrapping algorithm might be used to inform investment decisions naturally. If that were the case I think that the web... — read more
Management Layers
Let’s use this thread to discuss how many layers of management are between you and the CEO. Then also mention how many direct reports each manager has. I will start. There are 7 layers of management between me and the CEO. My manager has 3-4 direct... — read more
Licensing and Union
There is no actual reason that software development cannot be unionized and standardized. You could have real licensing exams to become a software developer. There is no real functional reason that this stack is better than that stack. A single stack... — read more
Rebadge / Layoffs
Let’s discuss rebadging and layoffs here exclusively. Ideally we would keep discussions about layoffs and rebadges right here. Discussions get pushed down as new posts come in. However your own interactions with posts are recorded. If you comment on... — read more
Vzlayoff
Verizon has had a rough run of layoffs. Since late 2025 it’s been through multiple rounds: roughly 16,600+ jobs cut or moved off Verizon’s payroll under CEO Dan Schulman in about nine mont
Dan schulman - dictatorship
In the name of ai, he brought his stooges and now ki-ling actual working groups in verizon. He is super biased toward enterprise ai group led by hi* no respect for other groups who have shown millions of actual saving on ground. 0 fair chance for... — read more
Dan Schulman - Blind
Dan is blind, he has no vision, no idea, ki-ling departments left and right. No respect for talent, he says he is promoting ai but ki-ling solid ai groups in verizon who has made difference. He is super biased toward only 1 group in Verizon... — read more
TRKEMP
To ensure fair and objective decisions, review system/login data for attendance, leave, WFH, and actual work activity. Use verified records and job impact rather than assumptions or personal relationships.
Rebadged employees, how did it work out for you?
For those that were offered a rebadge in the past and accepted it, I'd like to know: How was the transition? How long was the initial contract? How long did it actually last? Did you train your replacement? Did the consulting company... — read more
Lions led by donkeys
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Lions_led_by_donkeys Thank you for coming to my TED talk!
Home based employees
Home based employees are going to be impacted in Q3 wait for announcements and huge layoffs in October.
Is this true?
I heard that after next month's big layoff each first level will have at least 35 direct reports under them.
Verizon management impact on AI?
Since we partnered with Anthropic in May, I think maybe Verizon managers have succeeded in training Anthropic's AI on how to do duplicate their day to day activities. If this is true then they may be marked for replacement at any time now and the... — read more
VZ customers speak
https://www.phonearena.com/news/we-asked-you-what-it-would-take-for-verizon-to-bring-you-back-and-the-answer-was-no-surprise_id181970 We asked you what it would take for Verizon to bring you back and the answer was no surprise.The answer probably... — read more
Rebadging Question
So how does that work exactly ? Are you given a choice? Rebadge or quit / rebadge vs leave with severance ? I always thought it was the former, ie- no real choice. How long do you stay employed at new company? what happens after that term (... — read more
Another PayPal Hire
They’ve hired another PayPal leader, and I’m honestly very happy about it. At this point, anyone would be an improvement over Tanya J. and Nancy C. I just hope the new leader recognizes how much of the old leadership culture is still holding us... — read more
Union EISP cancelled Except for clerks Management layoffs to resume in September
So hearing pretty reliable sources at least in the New York/New Jersey area that the only EISP offered will be to inside people like clerks.Sounds like the company wants to not only train the new hires longer but Hire a few more before allowing field... — read more
Any layoff or rebadge notices today 8/14?
There were rumors that today was the day, but I haven't seen anything. Now they're saying "by month end". Any news?
Two-weeks notice
I just accepted a new role that starts on 08/24. If Verizon walks me out the day I resign (Monday), that actually works perfectly for my timeline. But if I give notice (I don't want to burn any bridges) and they keep me the full two weeks, I'll need... — read more
Just transferred my 6 lines
What comes around goes around MF's
Office days
How many days a week do you report to the office?
Mastec Local 827 NJ
Mastec negotiating first contact with Local 827 in NJ. Any word on what work they will be doing?
Is R2B merging with B2B
Is R2B merging with B2B and what month is it happening?
union EISP to No EISP odd big package to no package
How did we go from a huge enhancement EISP package to buyout anyone and everyone to no EISP yet delayed,And when it’s comes it’s going to be a regular EISP offered to only a handful of inside clerk positions.Did I miss something!!I know rumors are... — read more
Executives at Verizon don't care about the company's success
They care about their own paychecks. And they're very good at it.
GRE to engineering?
Does anyone know why this email came out yesterday moving GRE to the engineering group?
Network leaders moved in GTS
Why so many executives and team members from Network moved under Vivek? What’s the end goal ? There is Network SVP reporting to Vivek. They used to be peers.
Verizon Dollars
Why aren't we earning monthly Verizon Dollars? There's nothing in the FAQ or terms that exclude employees, and my app says I'm earning them, yet I'm not. Surely that measly $10 wasn't all we're eligible for?!
The Mythical Golden Age of VZW
I keep reading these posts about Verizon having once been a utopian workplace and a pure meritocracy. I joined in 2010 and it was anything but. It was more profitable and had a better network than its competitors but it was no meritocracy. There... — read more
I like working at Verizon
I'd like it even more if there were fewer cuts, but I can't lie that it's not a good job. I think there are many of us who feel the same way, and only mind the frequency of cuts, but otherwise enjoy our jobs (decent pay, decent benefits, great folks... — read more
Hans contract extended another year
Hans special advisor contract extended another year. I guess management feels it would be cruel to lay him off during a tough job market
Value is so amazing
Want to congratulate all my peers for an amazing job we have done! 2 nights at the hotel patting each other on the back is amazing! Love Verizon
Another Value Summit
And it’s allllll over LinkedIn. (Eyes rolling).
Frontier craft job titles
Word is that frontier copper and fiber splicers will have to transition to the one tech out role “ Combo Technician” 1/27
Level Up Confirmed > November
Confirmed at a Verizon Connect all hands by HR. Level up is coming in November. So hopefully this means a slow down on the layoff front at least for a time.
2026 $5 billion budget cut status
How much budget cuts does VZ need in next 4.5 months to meet the $5billion prior to year end
New Tranformation Org Realignment
Realignment means layoffs approaching, they combine orgs to reduce headcount and give remaining employees (all 3 of them) all the work. God speed everyone!
Is there a PIP season at Verizon?
There was one at my old job, so I'm just wondering if there's something similar here.
Daily Digital Lockers!
Upper leadership overseeing the remaining stores in Texas is asking store managers to submit daily digital locker entries for every representative. The setup involves management assigning a daily objective per person; required behaviors must be met... — read more