Interesting! https://nypost.com/2025/07/23/business/verizon-claims-it-got-threats-from-byron-allen-owner-of-the-weather-channel-over-alleged-race-discrimination/
Verizon CEO: 'Headcount is going down all the time'
Of course this is what he would say. https://www.lightreading.com/ai-machine-learning/verizon-ceo-headcount-is-going-down-all-the-time-
VSP 2024 Unemployment Filing
Left with December wave of 2024 VSP. Filed for unemployment in my state. Was denied because Verizon told unemployment commission that I left voluntarily for personal reasons and there was plenty of work for all employees. I can’t find my copy of... — read more
Q2 Earnings?
Thoughts/opinions about yesterday’s earnings call?
Bargaining Time to spill the beans
So I got the whole blackout thing.But now that negotiations have broken down should we not be aware of what went on.What the points of contention were.What the company was offering along with what the unions stand was.Now there is no excuse... — read more
What was your severance?
How much did Verizon pay you to leave. Include band and years of experience.
3 days a week - offices closing
Email coming out this week, after Sept 8 everyone back in the office 3 days a week, however in true VZ fashion, it is not for everyone because they are also closing offices! Not sure why they would mandate this and then announce closures, but seems... — read more
Unfair promotions always have some linking
Based on the new controversy on internet about HR head and CEO.. it reinforces the facts that people get promoted so easily always have something going on behind the curtain. You can always spot slackers getting promoted no reason what so ever — read more
Bargaining update
Labor relations just put out email.....No deal.....Will resume in 2026....Union and Company can go stick it....What a pathetic company and unions....
Verizon’s Earnings Mirage: Sub-$40 Shakeout, $42 Head-Fake?
Wall Street still wants to believe in Verizon. The dividend yield looks juicy. The talking points are scripted: “5G monetization,” “broadband growth,” “strong cash flow.” But if you’ve watched this game long enough, you know exactly what’s... — read more
5 days in office coming
Very soon!!!!
Pyramid Consulting VZ Offer
Does anyone here work as a contractor for VZ through "Pyramid Consulting"? I left VZ a few years ago and a recruiter from Pyramid reached out to have me fill my old VZ role as a contractor. The recruiter was Indian with poor English and the job... — read more
Verizon layoffs soon?
Is it almost that time of the year yet? Haven’t seen the announcement coming through for 3x a week in office, figured they are saving it for maybe a month before the layoff announcement… what have you heard? Based on the performance so far this year... — read more
#VerizonOffshores - un-American company
Verizon is actively gutting American jobs, sending engineering work to India and Ireland while profits line executive pockets. They're choosing greed over American workers. This isn't just bad business; it's un-American. Let's make it clear to every... — read more
Hans what happened to your deep wireless and tech knowledge
It would appear that the company and competitors have a real serious problem. The efficacy, price, and mobility of Starlink, along with its incredible latency and cost to operate, are going to be a problem. ... — read more
Verizon: The L-Shaped Trajectory No Adjusted Metric Can Hide
From early 2020 to mid-2025, Verizon’s stock has declined from approximately $60 to $41, a ~30% drop over five years. The performance has followed a clear L-shaped pattern: a sharp decline, followed by prolonged stagnation. Key Drivers: • $45B+... — read more
Does anyone know?
What, exactly, does Wireless Marketing do? Pass by their area in BR and all just sitting around, talking about kids in camp or their last 4 boyfriends. Layoffs for Marketing!!!!
Corporate Wellness Theater: When HR Speaks, Watch the Hands
When Verizon’s Chief Human Resources Officer posts about “the power of taking a real break,” most people scroll past. But those who’ve lived through this company’s cost-cutting cycles know exactly what’s happening: messaging as misdirection. The... — read more
Extension or not we can hurt em while we work
So for managers nonunion folks poking fun at if we can settle early or not .Your next if so keep laughing cause it’s pretty easy to find a paper pusher .But one things for sure we don’t need a strike all we have to do is keep working hurts them on... — read more
AP & Modelo- a virus within Value
Last minute request, slides up the wazoo, doesn't let their team make decision with top-down management. Bless those on their teams
Raise
Do you think big brother will give us a cola or just the usual 3 percent
Frontier Aquisition
Anyone hear anything about what will happen in areas where Frontier is within the same geographic area as current Verizon turf? Will Frontier employees be absorbed into our FAA’s? Much of Frontier in New York is IBEW. How’s that going to work? — read more
Big picture for Management and associates union and nonunion
The real fact is that we all know that on the management side and associate side the company wants to slim down !!!They will automate what they can.They will have the system along with Apps to do the basics like scheduling vacations ect. On the union... — read more
VBG FP&A DEI
When will this department be audited for their illegal pro DEI hiring practices?
CWA early contract talks
does anyone have info?
AI
AI is coming for your job. If you work from home your time is running out.
Sampath's LinkedIn Post
Poor Sampath. Did a rah rah LinkedIn post and the negative customer comments are amazing! Go to LinkedIn and take a look. Real customers with real names with real complaints. Feel bad for the Executive Appeals staff that is dealing with the... — read more
NYSE invited Verizon CEO Hans Vestberg to ring the opening bell
The NYSE welcomes Verizon to celebrate its 25th anniversary of founding NYSE TV by Staff Writer, June 30, 2025 Verizon CEO Hans Vestberg was joined by Verizon team members on Monday to ring the opening bell at the New York Stock Exchange... — read more
Layoffs after July 4th
Does Verizon have a tendency to have layoffs after holidays? In my old company we had cuts immediately after July 4th every single year, so it's kind of a stressful period for me. I'd like to be able to relax knowing the same isn't true here. If it... — read more
Will Verizon Share BBB Tax Savings with Employees Like in 2017?
Been thinking a lot about this… The Senate’s One Big Beautiful Bill basically locks in Verizon’s tax savings from the 2017 cuts, which still save the company around $4–$4.5 billion a year. Meanwhile, we spend about $1.5 billion annually on LTI stock... — read more
heard retired employees going to have to pay alot more for medical like a 600 to750% more a month
i heared from a union guy that the company is going to raise the retired employees monthly over 600 to 750% bc/bs mep plan.
Vestberg on CNBC: Composed, But Still Avoiding the Core Issues
Hans Vestberg’s appearance on CNBC to mark Verizon’s 25th anniversary was polished and consistent with the company’s communications strategy. But beyond the calm delivery, there were key omissions that continue to raise questions. What Was... — read more
Nice photo. Leadership Theater Isn’t a Strategy
Verizon celebrates 25 years with executive photos and feel-good slogans, but here’s what the numbers—and recent behavior—actually say: • VZ stock is down ~45% over 5 years. The S&P 500? Up ~85%. • $130B+ in debt with no real growth catalyst in... — read more
Congrats on 25 years of Verizon
LinkedIn Post is buzzing with leaders busy posting, reposting and then liking each others posts. They surely are making millions for themselves and peanuts in corporate jet rides to All Hands. Anyone care to remember or look up the stock price and... — read more
Verizon and the Union better offer a decent package to rid themselves of the 99-01 people.
Employees hired between 1999 and 2001 have become a serious liability. They consistently abuse FMLA protections, taking time off with little accountability, and produce barely half the output of those hired after them. Their entitlement-driven... — read more
Got a funny LinkedIn ad: “How to Consider a Verizon Retirement Offer”.
Do they know something we don’t?
What a 2025 Verizon Union Strike Could Cost — Financial Breakdown
If Verizon’s unionized workforce goes on strike in 2025, the impact would ripple far beyond picket lines. With AI and offshoring now part of Verizon’s labor model, the financial stakes look very different from past disputes. This post breaks down... — read more
Voting for a Strike
I just saw a post about us getting unemployment in New Jersey now if we go on strike .I looked it up yup it would be a first .So putting it to a Vote Strike Vacation paid or Settle for the scraps the company & Union negotiated.I voting for Paid... — read more
Cultural erosion
I’ve got 17 years in at this company - long enough to watch the soul slowly drain out of the place. It used to be an enjoyable workplace. Now I’m just sticking it out for retirement. The culture’s completely changed. I genuinely feel bad for the new... — read more