For those of you that are familiar, the lump sum estimator gives you three months worth of estimates. Earlier this month I pulled out an estimate. I had forgotten I did so and so today I pulled out another estimate. When I put the printout in my bag... — read more 

https://www.bizjournals.com/columbus/news/2020/02/20/verizon-hilliard-layoffs-to-impact-nearly500.html Hilliard, OH

Should find out mine this evening via email from the boss.

I'm a 30 year tech and was approached to become a 1st line manager, was told company need some expertise in management that knows the job. I figure what have you got to lose, get your lump sum and if they don't like how you do things they'll fire... — read more 

I've heard the rumor that Amazon is headhunting current and past Verizon techs. Has anyone been contacted?

Here in finance we were recently told NO overtime until further notice. Any other groups outside finance given the same directive? What is this all about? Overtime in a few depts certainty can’t save billions to Wall Street can it?

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Any word of one coming out yet, I got my 30 and am ready to go. I figured it will be out for June.

Any VSP folks considering ACA healthcare coverage instead of Verizon ? If you can find a way to keep your MAGI under a certain threshold, it is much cheaper. I will be saving over $500 per month for vastly superior coverage.

After many years in the same role, I'm ready for a change but concerned letting my boss know puts me at risk for RIFF and/or reduced role in IT.. - thoughts and suggestions?

Hearing throw the grape that Verizon is taking back WV. Anyone else hearing this?

Verizon (VZ -2.3%) is the "net loser" from T-Mobile's and Sprint's court win, analyst Craig Moffett writes, chiefly due to the respective spectrum situations among major carriers. It's no secret that Verizon needs midband spectrum to proceed with... — read more 

Nope. Nothing. Sweat it out worms!

https://www.dallasnews.com/business/real-estate/2020/02/10/verizon-seeks-to-build-massive-offices-in-las-colinas-with-space-for-thousands-of-workers/

Considering how easy it is to get laid off, I'm curious if it's now just as easy to get in.

I am told that the EPN option will not be available again if you leave it. As a retiree who does not get any subsidy, the cost for a family of 4 is just too high that I am considering leaving it and getting medical elsewhere. However before I do... — read more 

Verizon Company Alert - New Jobs Customer Service Representative Verizon - Charlotte, NC Answering customer calls and actively listening to identify their issues. If you’re selected to move forward one of our recruiters will reach out to tell... — read more 

60:40 model.. 40% employees and 60% vendors will operate from 2020 once 5g work is done mass layoffs both onshore and offshore.. They are also looking for voluntary retirement option for verizon India.. Please share your thoughts and what you are... — read more 

Are the folks who took the VSP getting this payout as well?

Any words on this

If you took the VSP in December 2018, can you file for unemployment in NJ? It is over a year at the point and technically, if you cannot find employment you shouldn't be disqualified.

Huawei Sues Verizon Over 12 Patent Violations Verizon reportedly used Huawei technology in computer networking, download security, and video communications, with the Chinese company seeking compensation and royalties. Chinese smartphone... — read more 

Vz must save 6.6 billion

Hearing the BGCO in Hilliard Ohio is closing Hearing the CORE dept is moving home Is building being sold? What about marketing and other depts in that building? What is the future of Verizon in Hilliard? Anyone know?

Why does the Company do this every year? Make the management sweat it out 'till the last minute wondering what their bonuses will be. What does the Company get out if this behavior? Rude bosses, knee jerk reactions, dying systems that no one in IT... — read more 

The payout date is 3/20/20. Full-time employees that were originally issued 50 RSUs will receive a payout of $1,621.51 (27.28 RSUs X $59.44). As with the 1/31/19 vesting, this payout is also subject to applicable withholding.

I was just fired after 12 years this week. Apparently random research for notations on exchanges when systems don’t work. Now I hear they may be done with commission and average salary plus commission as new pay. Watch out if you have tenure!

Will their be layoffs at Verizon post 5G deployment, Net Ops, RF, Real Estate?

Bernie Ebbers from the former MCI died. How many of you MCI alumni are mourning this crook?

Meh.

NSA is another IT trap to finance for IT budget.getting teams more engaged.. T Additional performance hit.. No use to customer..