During my last years with Exxon, I questioned why I was not given opportunities for certain jobs. I had all the credentials, the skills and certainly the experience to benefit the company. Then I saw the cronyism, the lack of inclusion., and the unhealthily competition to climb to the top. I was not sponsored. I was the wrong race, the wrong gender, too old, and an experienced hire to boot. The top jobs, even if I am the most qualified would never be for me. I will forever be cast in a “support” role to elevate someone else’s career. I later found out that my name never came up for consideration for important assignments I expressed interest in because my DH/ supervisor or their buddy was gunning for the same job. When they got the job, the approach was to fake it until they make it and then on to the next one. Yes, I was disappointed. But my turning point was when I realized that the system was broken. I was worth a whole lot more. And that I, not Exxonmobil, was in control of my career. So I let go of my fears and resigned. There is a saying that when one door closes, two doors open. It holds true for me. My health is much better. I have more time for family. I have greater impact and feel truly appreciated.
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OP speaks the truth. Someone in his position either accepts the good paycheck and role as fodder for the ranking system or leaves. If you do have an identifiable special skill for which you were hired, you'll be ok, except for being looked down upon by the upper tier players. Accept it or leave
Welcome to woke ExxonMobil. Its not about ability, experience, or work ethic anymore. Especially if you are older - your CL potential is equal to your current CL. You can't get promoted or ranked high. And even if you don't care about that but just want challenging work and respect - forget about it. Welcome to the new world here.
I see the best jobs in my specialty are going to Sponsored high fliers to use as a stepping stone.
Absolute zero consideration for the experts in our field.
Any Sponsored Id--t has a better chance of getting a top job in my field than any of my expert coworkers that have been working our way up to that level through the regimented system of gaining experience and competence.
The HR system is now for prospective experts to attain “ready” level of competence then “proven” level of competence then BO-M - surpassed by someone with “Sponsored” level of competence.
Nobody cares about your race. If you don't succeed, blame yourself so youll actually improve. You don't have the ment toughness, drive, likeability, and IQ for a top position at XOM. That is clear from your post. Each company and job requires different skills to succeed, glad you moved on.
DW is the CEO of disappointment
I think those who view their job simply as a cold and calculated business transaction never had the opportunity to experience an environment with true two-way loyalty between the company and its employees. Yes, I'm speaking of the past. What made this possible? It was the character of the managers. They grew up in an era where integrity and decency were considered valuable personal traits. They treated you fairly if you did your job and they didn't lie to your face. They would have considered it a personal failure and a shameful act to step on the backs of others to propel themselves upward. Times have changed, people suffer, and it seems there's very little remorse.
I’m always astounded by the lack of empathy in some of the responses. Yes we are all smart enough to realize that it is a transaction, and that (for the most part) we get fair compensation and benefits, BUT, watching other colleagues get opportunities that you don’t, despite being better qualified, is very demoralizing. There was a time when we were willing to go the extra mile because we believed in the corporation and its values. This new regime has shown us its true colors and is willing to accept and promote mediocrity in exchange for blind loyalty. I’m truly saddened to see what this company has become.
Left nothing on the table. Financially better off by leaving.
Health, family time, and enjoying work again ….priceless.
If you view your job as a transaction and the paycheck is the appreciation, then you will never be disappointed. You will do no more than what is required in the transaction.
Same if the company give you an NSI and PIP you after decade of service with little reason. It’s a business transaction after all.
News flash: It’s that way in most companies you would work for. It’s a popularity contest. I’m working for a paycheck and the benefits. Nothing more. I’ll show myself to the door when they quit sending money or I find a better gig. If you expect to be somehow patted on the back while working for a large corporation will certainly lead to disappointment.
How much money did you leave on the table by leaving early?
@OP+1pCkBI0L you don't need any of the things you mentioned, if you have the ability to bend over and grab your ankles.
Amen.