The basic premise of ExxonMobil is that talent is innate. This is in comparison to other companies which believe we can all improve and become better through effort and coaching. ExxonMobil picks their hot shots at year five of employment usually... — read more 

If you can find another job, you should leave (which I'll do). If you choose to stay or cannot leave for whatever reason, just accept what is offered (whether it's meat or bone). In either case, you shouldn't bother speculating your salary increase... — read more 

When so many people hate the company they work for, can anything better be expected? This is the best proof that there is a major difference in productivity between happy and unhappy employees. When XOM had great pay, benefits, and actually cared... — read more 

If someone resigns with less than 15 years of service, what happens to the pension? Is it paid as an annuity once the person reach 65? I heard that you can take the pension as a lump sum because they are encouraging people to leave.

Is it me or is inclusivity getting worst? I’m an experience hire and a minority female who moved to a new department. Noticed I’m not invited to meetings that I should be invited to. Neither are some of the newer people. Should I speak up and... — read more 

Anyone received their communication yet??

Curious if anyone else already has a new job lined up and is just waiting for the holidays to be over and the new year to arrive so you can collect your 2022 vacation pay and jump ship. I wouldn’t be surprised to see an increase in departures for... — read more 

Just now completing supervisor training related to salary treatments. HR gave the following general ranges applicable to our group depending on many different factors: O - 12-18% E - 10-15% VG - 5-12% G - 2-3% NI/NSI - Not eligible Obviously, a... — read more 

It is only me or does anyone observe the same thing as well - during COP26 weeks, I noticed that there are a lot of EM CCS Ad on my LI feed...but now that COP26 is over, ad about CCS is not really visible and this week is EM ad about the Women Global... — read more 

I got 2% raise as part of mid-year raise but my supervisor told me you may or may not get raise in Jan. I moved to new team now within surface. My new supervisor is a$$ not giving me clear answer I have to wait few weeks. This is pathetic after 2... — read more 

I am 52 and I am behind -- looking into future things do not look bright. I am trying to save more but I just think I am getting too old to catch up.

Just finished listening to the four speakers for “The Courage to Care”, an XOM event. It’s by far the best thing I’d heard in a long time and the best ever at XOM. If you can, I’d recommend to watch the recording. It inspired me to be a better... — read more 

For those who have been with the company for 15+ years, what was it like when EM was truly #1? Am curious as a younger employee who just left. How many of the sales points were true? Thinking specifically of long engaging careers, adequate... — read more 

Any guesses on the number of “hotshot” comments we get? Anything at all to address IT specific attrition? Or will we get “all is fine! We don’t need developers and you’re all overpaid anyways!”

Does anyone know that? Last year was 90% per my boss's boss

By: CCH AnswerConnect Editorial https://www.wolterskluwer.com/en/expert-insights/major-changes-coming-in-2022-to-174-deduction-of-research-expenses Major Changes Coming in 2022 to §174 Deduction of Research Expenses A major change is coming... — read more 

Is it true? What is the scope? What is the timeline?

Posts about people leaving their current employer (usually O&G) for a posh job with ideal working conditions and huge pay increases are (at best) unsubstantiated, and can be found on every board on this site. Reality: The people being shown the... — read more 

HOUSTON, Nov 15 (Reuters) - Exxon Mobil (XOM.N) on Monday launched a sale of its oil and gas properties in the first major U.S. shale field, a spokesperson confirmed, as part of a portfolio reshuffling to focus on more lucrative assets. The top U.S... — read more 

Since nepotism is so rampant in the company, does anyone knows of any nepotistic employees that got laid off or pip'd? I highly doubt it as these peeps are one of the privileged / protected class. Don't have to reveal names (as they will freak out... — read more 

What’s the word on the street for New Hire pay rises? U.K. specifically but any input is valued. Thanks!

PUBLISHED THU, APR 15 20216:08 AM EDT Vicky McKeever @VMCKEEVERCNBC Source: https://www.cnbc.com/2021/04/15/oil-could-plummet-to-10-by-2050-if-paris-climate-goals-are-achieved.html Wood MacKenzie Consultants Key Points (1) Oil could plummet... — read more 

From BTC. Keep your 3 % :D I got inspired from one comment " Leave on your term before company decide for you"

Every person I know who's leaving was offered more money than they were making here. Every single one of them. We are now among the lower-paying companies in the O&G industry when we were always at the top before. How exactly do they expect to keep... — read more 

They layoffs have not ended because there will be further consolidation (Fuels/Chemicals) and the whole BMR and TMTS efforts. This will result in rationalization and more off boarding to low cost centers. Additionally US and DS assets will be... — read more 

I got my final paycheck after PIL and my vacation was not on it. I’ve emailed payroll several times with no response. They usually don’t respond to me unless my supervisor emails them as well but my supervisor has blocked me. Yes, you read that... — read more 

It looks like a lot of those leaving voluntarily or otherwise are proudly posting Cube pics on their last day. What's up with that? Are people leaving, genuinely posting the pics with proudness, guilt, or they have to depart a perceivably good... — read more 

I really hope the guy from management who told uncon in an employee forum that inflation wasn’t real isn’t in charge of our raises this year.

Yeah buddy! Company wide email that you can still bid on a $3,600 parking space! Cool.

I was put on PIP this year. I came to this site and talked about my experience. I received many, many kind words and suggestions from anonymous current/former coworkers here. Thank you all. The past three months were quite difficult and tiring for... — read more 

A manager was nice to me then I was transferred and he acts like a total pr--k to me now.

I’m laughing https://amp.cnn.com/cnn/2021/11/11/us/colorado-geos-neighborhood-net-zero-climate/index.html

What does it mean that the salary spread within a CL is 70%? Is it that the lower reference is 70% of the upper or that upper minus lower is 70% of the median? Also, what’s the average difference between CL medians? Thanks!

Noticed inflated credentials and fabricated titles for a few current and former employees on LInkedIn. Speaks volumes. Integrity is about truth even in challenging times.

Don’t forget to shop early for the UIS ugly sweater contest! You too can win valuable prizes AND get a yammer like from management! Terms and PIP conditions apply

One more month till raises are communicated, and the next wave of attrition will begin. Are you guys excited? Funny thing is, the company is still being picky on hiring even though it's no longer as desirable to work in as before.

Hey, if anyone is aware of attrition numbers, don't hesitate to share it, it's not a co---e thing. Let me start: EMIT - MAP Regrettable Attrition: 20%