We found out during yesterday’s town hall that merit increases are being delayed yet again – this time to second half of the year. Sound familiar?
At this point, it’s not even just about the money (though inflation isn’t exactly helping) – it’s about how the whole thing is being handled:
- People are burned out and frustrated.
- Those who can are quietly looking elsewhere.
- Loyalty feels like a punishment, not something that gets recognized.
On top of this, there’s a growing expectation to take on more responsibilities in order to "show our value" and prove we're worthy of the merit increases. But let’s be real – it’s just a way to exploit us further without any real recognition or reward. They want us to take on more, but when it comes time to pay up, it’s always “next quarter” or “next year.”