I heard BTC expats cost just as much as HC in country employees or HC expats. Is this true? Why?

I heard the BTC hourly bill rate is shielded by not being burdened with overhead from the central organization like everyone else is. Is this true? What are the costs others pay for that BTC doesn’t? Is it things like central IT and Executives? Is it... — read more 

I heard they have private bathrooms. Anyone know what was done at EMHC to upgrade the offices of the executives?

I am amazed that this board is viewed by employees all over the world. Pretty wild that there is so much discontent in the company.

Anyone know when we are projecting LCS will stop being an expense and start being profitable? Does the ROCE compare well to our traditional business?

Why so much blaming the messenger? Yes your front line supervisor tells you your ranking but they didn’t design the system and hate it as much as you do. If you haven’t figured out what it takes to rank well and aren’t doing it your supervisor can’t... — read more 

If you are having a hard time with jobs moving to India buckle up for the introduction of AI. We all need to learn to upskill and adapt. Being mad at management for change that is inevitable rather than trying to stay relevant by upskilling is a... — read more 

Story by Trisha Leigh https://www.msn.com/en-us/weather/topstories/the-first-commercial-carbon-capture-plant-in-the-u-s-has-su-ked-1000-tons-out-of-the-air At this point, everyone knows we need to do something about climate change and all of the... — read more 

Happy Thanksgiving for those in the USA. It's a good time to reflect on how blessed and privileged we are ... Even admist of all the imperfections and changes happening around us.

Probably: https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/antisocial-personality-disorder/symptoms-causes/syc-20353928#:~:text=Overview,rights%20and%20feelings%20of%20others.

Data from 57,000 employees shows they're at their unhappiest since the pandemic. https://www.inc.com/minda-zetlin/3-things-keeping-your-employees-awake-at-night-according-to-wharton-psychologist-adam-grant.html Employees are unhappier now than any... — read more 

I'm curious, I was considering asking for a move to the Permian team, how is leadership in Midland? Has anything changed since PXD announcement?

Giant batteries drain economics of gas power plants Story by By Sarah McFarlane and Susanna Twidale https://www.msn.com/en-us/news/technology/giant-batteries-drain-economics-of-gas-power-plants LONDON (Reuters) - Giant batteries that ensure stable... — read more 

I'm RE and weighing my options; but am curious if I will forfeit the RSU's that are left that have not vested yet

We've lost several people to PIPs that made no sense and we had to take over their work. Then a few more people left because of being overworked and the rest of us had to take over their work as well. We went from being overworked to not being able... — read more 

How long does it take to become a complex engineer ?

Anyone have access to the US hiring targets this year and BTC hiring targets? How about Canada?

Does BTC have hotdesks and no offices except for VPs like EMHC?

I see the best jobs in my specialty are going to Sponsored high fliers to use as stepping stones. 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... — read more 

Yesterday, I found out about the passing of a former coworker in a way that left me upset. The news was casually mentioned by some colleagues right near my desk as if it was the latest office gossip. I'm disappointed there was no email or mention of... — read more 

Uptick of recruiting ads on LinkedIn to target BTC and KLTC. Talks about all the global opportunities and even moving to Houston to manage people here in the US. Even ends with “We hire for the ride”.

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... — read more 

He's no longer in the system, careerconnect or zoom What's the latest scoop?

Should we consider ourselves safe for now?

Seems like Exxonmobil is paying a few folks to come on here and promote the company. I mean how many happy employees are on a layoff site? Seems every post there’s a company sponsor with some smart azz answer, it’s almost getting as bad as working... — read more 

The company asks it's workforce to donate money to their political wing after record profits, gutting benefits and moving jobs overseas. How about you kiss my a-s? Are people in management this tone deaf?

Any news？

What technology will double Permian recoveries? Sounds like smoke and mirrors.

A complete waste of time and resources or a complete waste of time and resources?

https://www.twc.texas.gov/data-reports/warn-notice WARN Act Layoffs at XTO Energy - Total 120 staff members Tyler - Smith County - 1 staff Jewett #2 Leon County - 9 staff Teague #2 - Freestone County - 11 staff Donie #2 - Freestone County -... — read more 

https://www.nytimes.com/2023/11/13/business/energy-environment/exxon-mobil-lithium-arkansas.html The move is the oil giant’s first foray in the production of a metal vital for electric vehicle batteries. By Clifford Krauss Clifford Krauss has... — read more 

No raises this year. Gotta write that ~$75 million dollar buyout check. Sorry everyone! This is official, per Darren. Source: Me

Anyone has first hand experience working at/with multiple refineries? How is culture different at the sites you know? What are other key differences related to working there? Other interesting personnel related facts?

https://www.businessinsider.com/spacex-workers-took-adderall-slept-bathroom-iv-treatments-deadlines-report-2023-11 SpaceX = Underpaid, overworked. But hey, you send stuff to space and know about incompressible fluids. LMAO

“All of our travel counselors are currently assisting other callers. Your call is very important to us. Please hold and your call will be answered in the order of it was received.” Wagonlit didn’t su-k this bad.

OP on vacation? Come on ...finish what you started.

Listen yall !! I know you are all frustrated as am i. Life isnt easy anymore, stuffs expensive and salaries aint keeping up. PIPs/PADPs whatever, i know its all bologna....it all su-ks and at times i feel like absolute cr-p and dont wanna live like... — read more 

I had an unproductive interaction today with our wonderful MSP in India. We had a circular conversation and made zero progress towards solving my problem. Happy Friday Everyone!

https://www.linkedin.com/posts/per-arne-solend-4a72662_motivation-leadership-performancemanagement-activity-7126558154343014400-bY0s Forced Ranking Back in the days, we used to grade our employees every year. The scale went from 1 to 5. Getting a... — read more 

I have an issue that is costing the company millions. I’ve tried to get leadership at various levels to understand the issue and take steps to prevent further loss but they’ve been unresponsive. I believe part of the issue is that they don’t want the... — read more