I heard they may close many retail locations by 1/1 and 2/1. I'm starting to believe this to be true. Two really good DMs just got promoted, removing them from the chopping block. They are also moving a ton of reps and managers around in my district... — read more
11/2 Layoff
Some members of management getting 11/1 calendar invites at Headquarters across the nation. More Invites coming next week. We’re anticipating massive reduction for 11/2 or 11/30 for EOY layoffs. Operations jobs eliminated across nation is the rumor... — read more
Anyone hearing of indirect account manager changes?
Now that gustos are gone we are already seeing a drastic dip in Walmart productivity in the 3 weeks they have been deleted , many of Best Buy iconic orders are online which not seeing sales in peak, etc. the 8 launch was a bust .
HR in store
Does anyone else have HR in their store. HR PERSON just came in 20 min ago not sure for what but will update. One rep is in the room with HR.
This entire year is a joke
Earnings were terrible. Wall Street is just all excitied because subscriber growth was not negative. I love the shady accounting around device payment plans and how they twist that into revenue when in reality people are just slowly paying us back... — read more
11/2/17 Retail/B2B Support Layoff. B2B Layoff
Latest Rumor : Retail and B2B support will be slashed by 80% nationwide. Operations positions throughout the nation will almost be eliminated . B2B will receive a reduction for commission based positions as well. Inside retail stores will not see... — read more
Predictions for earnings?
Good-ish numbers across the board. VZW doing well enough although losing some subs to T-Mobile. Fios doing ok but tv subs dropping in cross-industry trend. Don't know or care about media or enterprise. With the Marni news, I'm half expecting Lowell... — read more
I heard commissions were going away in store
and sales reps would get a bump in hourly anywhere from $4 to $8.50... Has anyone else heard about this happening. I was also told the top sales rep each month in the store would get a $1,000 store leader spiff and 2nd place rep would get $750 and... — read more
Selling customer information
Well, this is not good for our already shaken reputation... Although, since it's both us and AT&T, it kind of softens the blow. Not as if customers have much of a choice on who to switch to... — read more
A few cost saving ideas
VLSS, Greenbelts, Blackbelts.... the entire program is a huge waste of expense dollars. It's just a home for unwanted managers who should have been cut while they lacking the skills or understanding of the processes they are tasked to improve. Why... — read more
Verizon's newest commercial commending first responders during the recent hurricanes!! Also gave kudos to the technicians...
That maintained the network during the storms. Verizon should continue to promote their employees in a positive light. The men and women on the front line who respond to the call when the network goes down an also continue to help build and expand... — read more
Since we are already outsourcing everything...
So many positions are getting outsourced at Verizon, I was wondering why don't we simply outsource the top tier management? We'll save millions, and only a few people will be affected. I know it will be hard on them, but I'm sure they'll understand... — read more
Who is the next CEO?
and your reasoning behind your guess, please.
Verizon Layoffs 2018
Cannot believe it? Really? Layoffs again in NYC.
I hope things improve soon
There is much negativity in trenches, I really hope tings turn around quickly.
Let's play a game
Let's play a game. There isn't much we can do about how corrupt this company is but let's share our stories. We know they are reading. I complained about a s-xual harassment issue and nothing happened to the person who would make incredibly s-xual... — read more
Can an employee on STD be laid off?
Can and will Verizon layoff employees that are out on Short Term Disability? Has anyone had this happen to them first hand? Just curious....
Heard it hear first... bye bye Lowell!
http://fortune.com/2017/10/10/verizon-marni-walden-mpw/ Marni claims she left because she won't be getting the CEO spot. Which means there's actually talk about that spot becoming available. Which means Lowell is gone... You heard it here first... — read more
If somebody's got to be riffed ......
Do it to the VLSS team. "Blackbelts" trying to improve job processes for jobs hey know nothing about. It's comical.
If you can think for yourself, Verizon will not want you
Well this will never be admitted by the company, but they want young people in the stores, so that the millennials will feel comfortable with people their age, since that's the group that spend the most money. Oh sure they will have a few people over... — read more
HUGE RIF
Just got off the phone with the boss in BR... big layoff coming in November. Revenue decline more acute than expected in 3Q. Hans converging teams, wants to clear the deck, so lots of VPs and Directors hit as well. Off the books by early December... — read more
I reported harassment to Verizon HR and they ignored
How many stories are out there? Have you reported harrasment to Verizon HR only to have them do nothing? When will Verizon stop looking the other way? Please share your stories.
Verizon can't say they weren't warned Yahoo was a hot mess
https://www.equities.com/news/jeff-kagan-whats-next-for-verizon-oath-after-yahoo-hack
XO/MCI
Hey, um.... Where did our work go?
Have you ever noticed that any mention of Brian Angiolet gets deleted from this forum?
Seems as if he's more concerned about his image than doing his job properly.
Game of Verizon
I was going through Glassdoor reviews for Verizon (by the way, are all those people who are leaving overwhelmingly positive reviews working at the same company I am?) and ran into this: After several major acquisitions like Yahoo and Aol, the culture... — read more
Verizon Welcomes Millennials
http://i.imgur.com/bALmQzs.jpg
iPhone X will be spiff only
Hearing IPhone X will not count towards quota and will be $5 spiff for new, $2 spiff for renewals for retail and business reps. Announcement coming next week.
Verizon Wireless Solutions Specialist average age?
Currently I'm living in Arizona and recently applied for a Solutions Specialist sales job. I am 59 years old and have a ton of sales experience and know a lot about technology and cellular phones. Recently I have visited 3 stores in my area and it... — read more
Paying top dollar poor quality outsourced staff from tech mahindra
Paying top dollar poor quality outsourced staff from tech mahindra, moving local jobs to Indian outsourcing company with dubious credentials. has anyone complained to the state department or white house yet. Time to give shout ....
November 2nd is 60 Days From The End of The Year
Verlieson has to notify everyone by 11/03 to get them off payroll by the end of the year and be within federal WARN guidlines. Good luck. May the force be with you.
Interesting reading in Hans.....
U wanna know who's running the network here at Verizon. Search for this is google and read the article. Another winner that ran company into the ground like Diego. Search this. hans vestberg fired Enjoy what u fine.
Hope
There is life outside of VZW. I would encourage those who are struggling to find jobs to first make sure you are prepared for the job interviews you are getting. If you were strong in your role at VZW and are presenting those results in your... — read more
Wireless network staff announcement
Still think something could be announced in October for wireless network staff. Hans and his team of dim wits are meeting this week to reorganize the staff. Given the $10 billion challenge they will likely cut a few heads to hand Lomax some savings... — read more
LIfe after Verizon layoff
I've gotten laid off in May with Verizon severance and I'm still out of the job...lol
Assisted Upgrades
Has anyone been paid on any assisted upgrades? In my district we were forced to do preorders this way and nobody has seen a single one in commissions.
Verizon took away half the commission they gave me yesterday
Had 3500 on Friday and I Check this morning and now it shows 3350 wtf Indian givers
Hold On!
The layoff boat leaves port 10/31 which is a Tuesday...Wont touch front line sales until Dec 29th. BIG change in previous RIF packages...not so good this time.