Don't think XOM employees have it the worst. I've worked at all three companies I listed and the difference between them is negligible. It's all the same cr-p all around. The only places where I had it better were smaller companies, but they don't... — read more 

Experienced hire here, I've been asked by my boss to create a career plan for myself. I've only been here a few years and have a very narrow view of the company. Unfortunately since there are no job listings or even examples to look at I have no... — read more 

I am fed up of my line managment and their constant lies, including my supervisor, bosses upwards and have now started recording conversations discreetly to protect myself. Unfortunate I have to do this but there isn't another way to protect self... — read more 

Has WFH option been reduced or changed in your areas?

For those that have already quit (or those that may know about health insurance): I currently have the POS II B plan. In retrospect, I should have picked the cheaper POS II A plan, as I plan to quit this month to focus building my start-up. When... — read more 

That is my observation. It seems to me that people are leaving less than a few months ago. Is it that all those who intended to leave are already gone or is the market cooling down a little? The third option is that this is a temporary calm before... — read more 

It feels like we are on a slowly moving train and we’re just throwing dead weight overboard (and the future conductors) with no attempt to find another track, just ride this one until the end of the line. Anyone else in need of just a tiny bit of... — read more 

Be sick in this company does not mean anything? I am new and been sick and covering someone’s vacation. I told my boss and he said…you can work from home. WTF????

In the Hay system, know-how, problem solving and accountability are factors that determines the Hay points. This is a well know system used across industries. Can someone explain CL matches up to job skills outside of XOM? Or is it a... — read more 

I’ve received 5 excellence awards in the last 6 years… these come with a nice letter and to be able to claim a monetary amount on T&E. I’ve been in the top third each year too albeit last year I got dropped to ‘good’…I have received minimal pay... — read more 

Seems like many left the organization from LDS team and the managers and some are left. This is the problem of not having proper vision and poor management. Credit to be given to Managers and BK leaders

Belgian Researchers Develop a Solar Panel that Produces Hydrogen 29 November 2021 https://hydrogen-central.com/belgian-researchers-solar-panel-produces-hydrogen/ Belgian researchers develop a solar panel that produces hydrogen. [RTBF] The... — read more 

Do you openly share your CL and/or salary when asked by your colleagues?

My last day is approaching at the end of this week, and I've sent my supervisor and their manager an email with my official resignation and last date of work. They've both been completely unresponsive. I'm WFH, so walking over to them and confronting... — read more 

For all the talk about people waiting for the new year before quitting, did anyone quit? What business line / area / YOE I know of one in EMIT/FLCIT and one in EMIT/Apps both with

Including the fact that it's taken this long to get it to court. ExxonMobil Indonesia lawsuit heads for trial after 20 years Villagers in Aceh say they were tortured by 'Exxon Army' hired by gas... — read more 

I've decided to start the new year thinking positively. Yes, XOM is a mess right now, but I still believe things can change for the better. All we need is new leadership that will move the company in the right direction. My hope for this year is to... — read more 

Any communicatiom on RSU 2021? By CL and need to be in outstanding PA?

Post how many MPT personnel you think will put in their resignations tomorrow at your site. I’m saying 2 where I work. NA downstream facility.

https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2021-12-31/calstrs-says-exxon-in-danger-of-being-next-blockbuster-kodak With the way the corporation only cares about the next 6 months to a year in terms of their staffing, project outlooks, etc. and very... — read more 

https://seekingalpha.com/news/3784373-exxon-signals-strong-q4-results-credit-suisse-raises-earnings-outlook Exxon Mobil (XOM +0.8%) edges higher in early trading after a new 8-K filing suggests a likely Q4 earnings beat, largely due to stronger oil... — read more 

CEO is replaced Contact execs are eliminated Everybody moves to Spring Attrition spirals out of control Wages are increased but benefits cut EM muddled through with limited capex, but generates tons of cash due to lack of new... — read more 

I want to be a successful leader at ExxonMobil. I have the following plan: 1). I am planning to install handrails in my car so I can hold them while driving 2). I am planning to target all EM leaders on LinkedIn and like and comment on their... — read more 

Work delivered by MSP is of $hit quality and number of resource they add to work for data entry stuff is amazing but still if we say anything against them well its your fault, no wonder why company graphs is going down. Job which was done by 1 person... — read more 

If a person voluntarily separate from the company as a terminee before retirement eligibility, are they eligible for the lump sum? Assume they are not on PIP. I’m hearing different stories from the Benefits Service Center. Last year, one person... — read more 

Does the whole corporation use the skills inventory and advanced skills milestone process? It seems to be yet another system that is dependent on who your friends are. You can complete all the requirements and hold multiple relevant roles, but you... — read more 

I am just about to start a new job, and the company I am moving to uses a 3rd party to verify your resume. I gave them the benefits 800 number, but they sent me an email saying they couldn't verify my employment. I just called it myself to see what... — read more 

Now that the company is cash flow positive, why not offer a voluntary early retirement package. I’m thinking a 2/2/2 (+2 years service, +2 years age, 2 weeks pay for every year of service). So many people would leave, they could announce 0% NSI for... — read more 

You can graduate from top universities and get hired by EM and end up become stupid and talentless as result of continuos of brainwashing and stupid policy in the company. During my time at EM, sometimes I could not believe some words that came out... — read more 

Anyone know what the 2021 attrition is set to be?

Even talented young people are leaving in droves. It's taking them less and less time to figure out they made a huge mistake when they accepted an offer from Exxon. After that, it doesn't take them long to find another place where their talent will... — read more 

No responses? I bet this will get taken down. Again. Some people are just too sensitive to hear the truth.

Is CLO providing any learning value to the organization? Failed to convince business to merge Webcat to CareerConnect learning - both of these leads should be fired for wasting and mismanaging company money by allowing (disagreeing on merge) to keep... — read more 

What would be a good TC for a data scientist with about 4 years of experience? How is the mood in the group and growth prospects. Thank you!

$180K bonuses to retain talent: https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2021-12-28/apple-pays-unusual-180-000-bonuses-to-retain-engineering-talent

My experience are the Research folks who become managers, they are the worst. No accomplishments to name and lost on LI and Yammer as if they are Gods gift.

28 December 2021 https://www.fuelsandlubes.com/general-motors-to-offer-ev-technology-beyond-its-own-portfolio General Motors announced its strategy to offer electric vehicle (EV) technology beyond its own portfolio and automotive applications more... — read more 

I'm tired of having to do a lion's share of their work for none of their pay. If you promote somebody and give them a raise, the least you can do is make sure they know what they're doing. Although, who am I kidding. We all know that being good at... — read more 

I’m a close contact of a symptomatic covid case - exposure occurred at work. The automated MOH “close contact” email don’t reveal who exposed you, but the person voluntarily reached out to me and explained the situation. They’re double vaxxed +... — read more