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[KnappShack]

I just don't believe they actually value the people who work below them. I never see them in our area (even though our building isn't huge), and they do little to show their appreciation for our work. I don't care if the CEO doesn't know my name or face, but it would be nice if I felt like he appreciated the employees. Full disclosure, I liked the former CEO a lot, but it probably helps that I had occasional networking lunches with him, but I also just saw him in the hallways more. And when I did, he at least said hello. The current CEO looks the other way as if he didn't see me. Most people I talk to have had similar experience with the current CEO. The rest of the management team is not much better.

We had a leadership group that seriously considered an express, C-level elevator. Just so they wouldn't have to mix with staff.

They were going to build the mother ******

 

[CycloneErik]

We had a leadership group that seriously considered an express, C-level elevator. Just so they wouldn't have to mix with staff.

They were going to build the mother ******

If every employee mattered, every employee would be a C-level employee.
They just work harder. It's all good.

 

[qwerty]

I'm up about 50k from 2 yrs ago. Speed up boys.

So, 2% raise?

 

[KnappShack]

If every employee mattered, every employee would be a C-level employee.
They just work harder. It's all good.

All employees matter.

Some employees matter more.

 

[wxman1]

I just don't believe they actually value the people who work below them. I never see them in our area (even though our building isn't huge), and they do little to show their appreciation for our work. I don't care if the CEO doesn't know my name or face, but it would be nice if I felt like he appreciated the employees. Full disclosure, I liked the former CEO a lot, but it probably helps that I had occasional networking lunches with him, but I also just saw him in the hallways more. And when I did, he at least said hello. The current CEO looks the other way as if he didn't see me. Most people I talk to have had similar experience with the current CEO. The rest of the management team is not much better.

Our review metrics are down by a drastic margin and I heard a rumor yesterday that upper management is having their metrics "smoothed" so it doesn't look as bad as the lower levels.

 

[SCNCY]

I just don't believe they actually value the people who work below them. I never see them in our area (even though our building isn't huge), and they do little to show their appreciation for our work. I don't care if the CEO doesn't know my name or face, but it would be nice if I felt like he appreciated the employees. Full disclosure, I liked the former CEO a lot, but it probably helps that I had occasional networking lunches with him, but I also just saw him in the hallways more. And when I did, he at least said hello. The current CEO looks the other way as if he didn't see me. Most people I talk to have had similar experience with the current CEO. The rest of the management team is not much better.

I wonder if those top executives just happen to hate a person in your group or team and are taking it out on you individually.

 

[Bader]

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How are you unable to determine if an employee is productive if you can't see them? What the ****? If someone isn't producing material results you either aren't giving them anything to do and fix that, or they aren't working and you fire them. Seeing them sit in a cube doesn't mean anything

 

[isufbcurt]

How are you unable to determine if an employee is productive if you can't see them? What the ****? If someone isn't producing material results you either aren't giving them anything to do and fix that, or they aren't working and you fire them. Seeing them sit in a cube doesn't mean anything

Exactly. If someone is turning in work and getting stuff done who cares where they do it from.

 

[Cyched]

How are you unable to determine if an employee is productive if you can't see them? What the ****? If someone isn't producing material results you either aren't giving them anything to do and fix that, or they aren't working and you fire them. Seeing them sit in a cube doesn't mean anything

Take down the cubicle walls and go all in on the open office concept

 

[Bader]

Take down the cubicle walls and go all in on the open office concept

There is nothing quite like standing up in a bullpen and having 50 sets of eyes on you because you moved. That office had glass-walled conference rooms right outside the bathroom too so if you didn't shake the last drop you had a dozen people get a good look on your way out

 

[MJ29]

I wonder if those top executives just happen to hate a person in your group or team and are taking it out on you individually.

I don't think so. I think they just don't care. They just collect their six figures and don't worry about the people who help get it there. I know that's corporate America, and I won't quit my job because I like it, but I can let upper management know I think they can do better.

 

[StormnClone58]

Probably not.

Which is (or at least can be) part of the problem. The people making the decision on budget, etc. are 5-6 level of hierarchy above the front-line workers, and don't even know what goes on in the department. We are viewed as assets and/or liabilities, nothing more.

My division head I've met once ever, and it was in a silly activity that had nothing to do with the job itself. They probably have no idea who I am.

Work for a big corporation = good benefits (health insurance, pension, 401K, dental, etc). But any "we're a family" lingo is a big joke.

Scavenger hunt?

 

[cowgirl836]

So, 2% raise?

Ha, I wish!

 

[KnappShack]

Scavenger hunt?

Took a job within the company at a new location. They had the most cringe worthy ****. Like having the managers dance and sing.

There was a pie throwing contest where managers were the target.

Don't think I made many friends when I flat out refused to participate. I like fun, but **** throwing a pie in my face.

 

[StormnClone58]

Took a job within the company at a new location. They had the most cringe worthy ****. Like having the managers dance and sing.

There was a pie throwing contest where managers were the target.

Don't think I made many friends when I flat out refused to participate. I like fun, but **** throwing a pie in my face.

Sounds obnoxious and unnecessary.

 

[isufbcurt]

Took a job within the company at a new location. They had the most cringe worthy ****. Like having the managers dance and sing.

There was a pie throwing contest where managers were the target.

Don't think I made many friends when I flat out refused to participate. I like fun, but **** throwing a pie in my face.

Some places just try way to hard

 

[CycloneSpinning]

Probably not.

Which is (or at least can be) part of the problem. The people making the decision on budget, etc. are 5-6 level of hierarchy above the front-line workers, and don't even know what goes on in the department. We are viewed as assets and/or liabilities, nothing more.

My division head I've met once ever, and it was in a silly activity that had nothing to do with the job itself. They probably have no idea who I am.

Work for a big corporation = good benefits (health insurance, pension, 401K, dental, etc). But any "we're a family" lingo is a big joke.

I worked for a small company for a short period of time and hated it. I’m convinced the best options are own your own company or work for a large corporation.

 

[CycloneErik]

Some places just try way to hard

Just doing the job and going home is too much, I guess.

 

[madguy30]

Just doing the job and going home is too much, I guess.

 

[carvers4math]

You clearly work at Wal-Mart

I think that’s probably a step up from public service