Has anyone had an experience with boss or colleague who rose through the ranks by constantly finding fault with other people's work, putting others down while contributing nothing useful? How to manage such people at work who have an undermining... — read more 

That book sums up this company pretty well

I walked away just ahead of the pandemic (early retirement) but from the posts I see very little has changed. Exxon has been making the same mistakes for decades, since the eighties. Getting rid of the people with experience without thinking about... — read more 

Another operator says they will save 15% by moving from Midland to The Woodlands. Somehow Management still pretends the cost of living in Midland is the same as Houston. If they try transfer you to Midland or Williston just say know unless you... — read more 

I am sad everyday and can’t seem to drink the kool aid. I started out wanting to make positive change and make a difference but it’s hard with managers who have no idea what you’re doing. I don’t know how to kiss a– so how do I manage it? Any ideas?... — read more 

Everybody should join Exxon right out of school and stay here for a couple of years just for a chance to live out in person all the bad management decisions they've learned about from business books. Then they can move on to a place where they can... — read more 

I’m one of those children and I’m scared sh-tless. I have no experience at all and everyone that used to to my job either doesn’t work for exxon anymore or was forced to retire. I know nothing that I’m expected to know and I’ve only ever worked from... — read more 

My organization is going through an audit. Is there anything I should be cautious or know about?

XOM was a great company to work for and it still has some great people with good morale ,easy to work with and learn from. I’m very grateful for every bit of the exposure ,technical growth and interpersonal skills developed working at XOM. I don’t... — read more 

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XOM may regret not offering a warn notice early on in the pandemic. I'm sure some ex-employees are gearing up for legal action. https://techstaffer.blog/2020/12/23/should-exxonmobil-have-provided-a-warn-notice-to-employees-before-layoffs/

We know there'll be no more layoffs before March, yet people keep asking if there'll be more tomorrow or the next week or whenever. Why do that to yourself? Relax and try to enjoy this little reprieve we were given. God knows we'll have plenty to... — read more 

I think working from home has been a success for XOM. I wouldn’t say it is for everyone. Some people like going into the office to get away from distractions (kids, etc) at home. On the other hand, I think others have found an increase in... — read more 

https://finance.yahoo.com/news/exxon-planning-board-changes-under-154527758.html

I got PIPed last year after 24 years at ExxonMobil. My wife started a beauty salon 6 years that unfortunately did not make it. I was running a software business on the side selling to universities and for training. Now I am out of ExxonMobil but... — read more 

There must be a higher percentage of tone-deaf psychopaths at XOM than elsewhere because only on the XOM layoff site are there people who brag about how they’re not laid off and continuing to rake it in or annuitants swanning around in their wealth... — read more 

I’ve heard from several people who have left that the money is better elsewhere. I am an experienced hire in 2018. I’m a CL 28, with a salary of $202,500 and no bonus. What can expect upon promotion to CL 29 and 30? 10% salary bump with... — read more 

Will there be a voluntary package (like 2/2 or 3/3) in the U.S. for NRE considering the lame voluntary package for RE?

I don't know if this is because my 20th anniversary is approaching and I'm being hit with nostalgia, but I miss the Exxon of old. I miss being proud of working here and having managers who knew what they were doing. Who were in this with us and acted... — read more 

Today we witnessed high powered GME surge in stock price greater than our XOM. Not sure if this is the end of oil, but used game company that was allegedly on the ropes has XOM beat. Can’t touch their solid dividend, motivated investors, casual... — read more 

For those who were let go, when did your gas discount expire? Was it effective immediately upon your separation date? Also, did you have to do anything if your balance was previously paid out of your paycheck?

I've only seen these locations announce layoff targets (not pip). Just curious what other countries (if they were) are impacted and what potential numbers.

So, what's the deal with retirement eligible people in the "Need significant improvement" bucket? Are they PIPd like anyone else, or is there some sort of protection? My gut is telling me I'll be affected next feedback cycle...

Amazon offers lower base salary (~ 15k lower) but sign on bonus makes total compensation higher (~15k higher). I’ll be able to stay in Houston and travel to different locations so no cost of living changes. Amazon doesn't have pensions and will... — read more 

I stopped stressing and learned to enjoy my job when I realized that going above and beyond would bring me the exact same rewards as I would get for just doing what's required, no more no less. Same pay, same miserable bonuses, same chances at... — read more 

How many of those laid off have found new jobs by now? I'm sure plenty of you still talk to your former coworkers, do you mind sharing what's going on with them? I'm hoping to hear some good news on this subject since there's plenty of us who'll be... — read more 

Was told last month I’m moving positions and the new role is literally nothing that I asked for. My boss said it’ll be a good stepping stone for me. b—s—, they are just trying to fill in roles of people that got put on leave. The whole life... — read more 

I have worked with many great colleagues in EMIT Canada over the years. From what I’ve seen, a bunch of them have been let go as part of their program, while several really terrible people in both management and non-management positions somehow... — read more 

as a new and young engineer you are taught to be nice to the operators. You see white collar people being overly nice to the point of kissing butt with then at times to keep peace. But the operators are never taught the same culture of being kind to... — read more 

or is it done?

https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=X9d0iQ4HdRY

Employers like Exxon are ideally looking for an employee with the wisdom of a 50 year old, the experience of a 40 year old, the drive of a 30 year old, and the pay scale of a 20 year old. Isn't it sad that this might have started like a joke but... — read more 

I was looking up some info on Glassdoor and I ran into this: "An ExxonMobil career is one designed to last. Our employees grow personally and professionally, with benefits built to support every stage of life." I still haven't stopped laughing... — read more 

I have seen that Facilities group at Delaware was kind of dismantle on May, 2020. Some good employees were layoff or Piped. Did the company know its project to dismantle the group and fusion the two divisions (Permian and Delaware) as one like it... — read more 

I am a part of the involuntary lay-off. Did any of you get the release/waiver agreement reviewed by a lawyer? I asked around and lawyers charge about $400 for the review. Not sure if it’s worth it.

I get the fact that you dont want an age gap in your talent, but you’d think that in a hundred year pandemic the company might say ‘hmmm, maybe we can hold off on hiring for A YEAR!’. Before anyone screams, I also get that college grads are... — read more 

Well it looks like HR is not equipped to handle all of the questions from the people being separated. I have been on hold for over 2 hours now waiting for someone to answer a question.

I've worked at three major oil and gas companies that have all been through layoffs countless re-orgs and each had a general sense of uncertainty towards the future as the markets fluctuated. XOM was by far the worst at managing those factors. I have... — read more 

It seems lately like Exxon is a blind company that has no direction. The management only cares about one thing: themselves. For as long as their wallets keep getting filled, who gives a damn about the rest. Even if the company keeps failing. Why is... — read more