Can somebody publish the final VSP numbers?
I'm thankful for leaving Verizon
I'm pretty sure this is my last Thanksgiving at Verizon, and that's the one thing I'm most thankful for. The constant stressing, the uncertainty, the c-appy management... I'm so thankful I'm done with all of that. Here's to hoping all of those who... — read more
Give me real numbers
Drop some real numbers of people in your groups that clicked. My group of 15 had 4, maybe 5(someone isn't discussing it), takers.
Who is getting the 5g work?
Wondering if anyone's heard who will be doing the work for residential and business 5g
Remember this post
New Severance package will be 90 days notice and 30 day's pay......call me a troll if you want but just watch.....
Better prospects outside of VZ
I spent the last few years allowing VZ to help me finish paying for my BS degree, my CCNP, and my CCIE. Just for giggles I created a Linkedin account and immediately began being poached for jobs...all of which are offering me 2x my c-appy salary at... — read more
Ruin Thanksgiving in four words:
Ruin Thanksgiving in four words:
Store closing
They are closing a store in my district and offering the reps a severance package or to be absorbed into other stores. If nobody takes the severance then my store will be way over staffed. How the heck is that a feasible plan! They must have a road... — read more
Retirement eligible
The company will be denying some for needs of the business. If some of them are retirement eligible, say over 55 and more the 30 years. That could case great friction for employee and employer relationship. If the company let's some go with less... — read more
Favorite Verizon Products
Just to lighten up the conversation. What was your favorite Verizon product/service? Mine was NE2 credit of $100 towards an upgraded phone if signed two year contract; $50 for one year contract.
Verizon’s Boston plans include expanded Fios service, 2,000 more jobs at North Station
Verizon’s Boston plans include expanded Fios service, 2,000 more jobs at North Station... — read more
Are you Concerned about not finding a Equal or Higher paying job that you have now?
If not, how long do you think you can find one? Finding a lower paying job could eat up your Severance Money quicker than you think. 2-3 years down the road. Thoughts?
mind games
My manager told me I'm good to go in March. My Dickrector vetoed March and now my manager says she can't keep me till March, I'm gone 12/28. I would have liked to have added to my severance with the extra 3 months but what ever, like they said I... — read more
Verizon is positioned to do well with its structure?
There is a lot of pessimism on this board, and for good reason from some people. But the reality is that this company is positioned to do very well moving forward with Fios, 5g and oath. Let me explain, oath makes sense because Verizon is looking to... — read more
OT lawsuit
Anyone else receive info on an overtime lawsuit? (Retail)
Please keep this in mind, everybody
HR mentioned on a call yesterday that no one will be notified until Dec 10. Just saying...
Analysts predict the continuation of good performance
I generally don't like articles about stock prices, much less compare the stock movement to the conditions at the company, but I found this one to be a good read. It underlines the reasons why Verizon’s stock hit the biggest value since it’s ultimate... — read more
Are people really being denied?
I find it really hard to believe it.
Denied here as well
Network Assurance, received email this morning. 15 years. What a bummer : (
Letter explaining EISP came yesterday
Got the letter explaining pension ban increases and what you get if your offered a EISP. When they send this out it is usually followed by an offer. I say we will get one by April.
Why worry?
Not sure what y’all are so worried about. My guess is, if you requested it, you’re out. To deny some who want out, while greatly enriching others by granting that request, would seem a treatment that’s disparaging in manner. IMHO, based on nothing in... — read more
Hope we all get it
I hope we all get it regardless of tenure. I’m only 11 years in I’ll gladly stay until June if I have too. What are the chance of us all getting it. Anyone around 2003 that remembers last time. Did the company let everyone go last time also? Or were... — read more
Why the early shutoff?
I noticed that nothing was said about the early shutdown of the micro site on Saturday night. Anyone in IT hear anything re: why?
Network VSP Take Rate 31%
Believe it or not, that’s what our Network VP told us today in Basking Ridge. There goes JD Power next year!
Bloomberg, FOX, Goldman Sachs, Big Media All Saying the Same Thing
All big banks, all big media, talking heads are telling you to expect a major global economic slowdown in 2019, which has already started. Did you think all the empty malls were due to Amazon? Pull your head out of the sand ostriches... — read more
40% IT Retained Workforce took VRS ?
Is it true!
The real purpose of the VSP
The VSP wasn't offered to make the overall number. Cost savings by shoveling money at it? No no no, the VSP wasn't for RIFing the general VZ population, it was offered as a means to get rid of the people who usually survive the RIFs but who they... — read more
Marc Reed emails
Just sent email that we will be notified of whether or not you were accepted. I was under the impression that if you offered the buyout and chose to go, you would be told what off payroll date you received. Now if I am reading this correctly it... — read more
Did I make the right decision?
The turmoil the last couple of weeks has been very stressful. I am hoping I made the right decision. There are still many unanswered questions. Will the workload be manageable for the people remaining? Will opportunities be created for the ones that... — read more
Major layoffs coming no matter the VSP numbers
The VSP wasn't offered to make the overall number. Cost savings by shoveling money at it? No no no, the VSP wasn't for RIFing the general VZ population, it was offered as a means to get rid of the people who usually survive the RIFs but who they... — read more
Concrete info on VSP
Has anyone been told by a strong HR, Director, or VP source on if all who applied will get it or not? I’m VCM and My org is in the dark and haven’t heard any rumors yet.
Is it true?
Have some people already been notified what their last day will be? I thought everybody who accepted the buyout would find out on December 10.
D-day
15%, 20, etc
Call center salaries
What are the salary ranges of the call center supervisors, managers and directors? Wondering if they are considered high wager workers eligible for the package.
Can We Use Our Personal Days By EOY?
Does anyone know if the clause that all volunteers are expected to “report to work until their assigned last day worked” precludes us from using our remaining personal days between now and then?
2019 tax strategy
For those of you that are leaving, what is your strategy do to reduce your taxable income for tax year 2019 payable in 2020? I'm maxing out my wife's 401K contribution and will max out mine when I find employment. I was going to pay off my mortgage... — read more
401k
So those of you leaving through the VSP what are you doing with your 401k? Leaving it in the company 401k or rolling it out to IRA?