https://www.fiercewireless.com/wireless/att-union-reach-deal-includes-15-wage-increase Whose contract is better?

I started working at Verizon two months ago. From the first day, I've been overwhelmed by how disorganized this place is. My old workplace had its issues, but at least it was well structured. Here, it's pure chaos. Everything I start to do needs... — read more 

Gatt rate went up today. Contract extended today. For the people that could go but were hanging on hoping for a EISP you just lost probably lost over 100,000.

posted on Ibew222.org and twitter this morning (and since removed without comment) The IBEW, CWA, and Verizon have reached an agreement in principle on wages for a three-year extension to our current CBA. All other items are to be reviewed tomorrow... — read more 

I am in a POTS area that does not have fiber not will it ever. Before Covid hit they combined the construction and maint into one group then told us we were going to fiber training. The training was put on hold because of Covid. On Monday I was... — read more 

Did anyone else take the code of conduct training and notice anything? Vz is over the top in wo keness. The majority of people / images in the training do not represent the majority of Verizon employees. Lots of nose piercings and fully tatted and... — read more 

I have more work to do than ever before, but it is less tiring than the toxic atmosphere and bad vibes that are everywhere in this company. Worst of all, no one even bothers to fix it... Admittedly, I don't even know if that would be possible at... — read more 

My experience is that over the last 10 years as a group manager, there are two main factors that determine what RIFs need to be made when the mandate comes down from Director or VP level; the first is that there is an increasing preference from VP... — read more 

so can someone post which departments are going to get hit ?

What happened to massive fiber build out that was supposed to transform Verizon so that we could start using our own last mile access versus third-party providers and decrease costs and increase revenue? Did Hans slowed down or shut down One... — read more 

I don’t expect anything good after the quarterly results. Any thoughts?

anyone else starting to hear about hiring freezes across the whole organization ?

Verizon Contract Extension Bargaining As you know, CWA and IBEW have been negotiating with Verizon since May 16, 2022 to determine whether it’s possible to agree on the terms of a contract extension. These negotiations were planned for a limited time... — read more 

Anyone else given notice today? Off payroll 7/23

Ericsson released a statement that after an internal investigation, saying they may have funded Isis and are now being investigated by the US government again for corruption. Is this why he was fired? Literally funding te------ts? The company... — read more 

The company and union agreed to continue talks this week. What are the issues holding up this extension? Does anyone have an idea of this?

I have an opportunity to join Verizon. I've been doing my research and found this site. The image I'm getting from reading posts here is anything but positive. Are things really that bad? I don't want to rely on one anonymous board to make my... — read more 

We just received notification of a big announcement coming today from the unions and the company!!!

What do you think of Verizon's new marketing plan? It sounds like the 5G promise falls short of expectations. Verizon unifying its three forms of home internet service—Fios wired fiber, 5G wireless, and 4G wireless—as one product, Verizon Home... — read more 

The union and company could not come to an agreement. Both have walked away from table. Will try again in May of next year.

Got a call from a co-worker from my team on an incoming call on the Fios cust svc line. Just wanted to go non-pub on the voice. Did it. All set. Mgr ob’s the call & goes on abt not making an offer……he acknowledged the cust was a fellow emp & was... — read more 

what exactly is Verizon India? it seems to be all they post on twitter, is it all departments that are headquartered there, or select teams?

Did anyone receive a social responsibility survey? Apparently 15k VZ employees are being surveyed. I wasn't selected to participate. For any that did, can you share what questions they asked?

The consequence of many years of poor management is that most of us now work the bare minimum. How many of you are here who still work hard? While milking this company, people are searching for better job. It would be nice if management finally... — read more 

Everyone keep talking about how bad Verizon is. Well quit and find another job. It’s that simple! Stop talking and do something about it . I hear people say all the time I rather be happy and make less money versus make a lot of money and be... — read more 

40 million dollars golden parachute for taking the money you make them and making bad decision after bad decision. Then the salt in the wound is they will go and riff you or pip you before they claw back executives compensation don't even bring it up... — read more 

Some complain about micromanagement but my problem is that my boss doesn't really understand what I do. Lots of bosses, in many companies, supervise those whose jobs they don't understand in the slightest. Some even like it, but it's becoming a... — read more 

You sound like a prisoner who keeps praying not to get paroled. Getting out of this shithole should be a reason to celebrate, not fear. Just think about it. If you are laid off, you will be walking away with a bunch of money in your hand. You can... — read more 

He left Verizon then helped frontier out of bankruptcy and is rebuilding the brand. Have a look at the leadership. Notice anything vs VZ leadership? https://www.comparably.com/companies/frontier-communications/executive-team

I'm not saying that there aren't any great ones, but they are definitely in the minority. I had a great manager, but he didn’t last long here. Instead, I now have a manager who probably couldn't get any important role in any other company. Why is... — read more 

out of curiosity. Wireless, Ops, Business, any talk around any specific department for Q3?

Never seen so much change in our leadership. Sampath will be replacing Hans within one year. The 10 year decline on this company rests squarely with our leadership and the billions of dollars wasted with bad acquisitions. Yet, the employees end... — read more 

First Tami, now Townsend. Ever read the book, "Who Moved My Cheese"? Seems like cheese is being lost somewhere. Better watch out!

Has anyone ever heard about 401k float?... — read more 

While some will say they are happy with their pay at Verizon, in my case pay doesn't match the amount of pressure and stress my job entails. The amount of stress is unbearable, and micromanagement is its main cause. I believe that I am not the only... — read more 

I swear when I started things were not like this. I could rely on my coworkers and get help from my manager if I needed it. Nowadays, if you don't know how to play the game and you don't watch your back all the time you're screwed. Teams work poorly... — read more 

Iris has been with Verizon 6 months. Has only been in executive marketing positions in EMEA and now she is responsible for our all of our Revenue Operations. She has no financial background. Concerning?