PepsiCo has worked on the buddy system for as long as I can remember. Little clubs get formed and they fast track up the ladder. They also mysteriously move around just before major reorgs to avoid being cut. System has never been fair and equitable, never will be.
OP by @2rgd+17vdrzHN.
Many complain about the toxic company culture, so I wonder if it is even possible to build a career by playing fair. What is your advice how to advance based on your own competence rather than joining different circles?