Some of us may have managed to survive these layoffs, but they have certainly shined the light on the new ugly face of the company. There was no logic, no criteria, no appreciation for what a certain worker can bring to the company. So there is definitely little comfort.for us who got to stay. GM made the layoffs without a higher purpose or plan. Today it was them, tomorrow it will be us. How to give 100% to the company, knowing that?
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Work with the understanding that you're living in the movie Office Space.
Work just hard enough to stay in the middle of that middle box in the 9-box. Aim for meet expectations. GM deserves the same level of loyalty from you that they give to you. i.e. work for the paycheck. Don't work extra hours. Don't do email from home. Don't answer your phone at home. Unless you've been pre-chosen for a promotion, make your way to a 7A and enjoy the glide into retirement.
Yep, I got let go and half my job still isn't being performed because nobody had that knowledge
If you're GM IT, and Randy Mott stays in charge, there will be more cuts there. Guaranteed.
For long term employment at GM be a 9-5 implementer but do not develop or suggest a better mouse trap. Wrap your mind around money for time that is the bargain.
Outside of the office develop your better mouse trap and sell to competition.
Voice of experience He who excels shall be whacked as He who shines threatens his boss.
Think of yourself as a day workerers and give 100%...
If you are female, or Mary's other protected categories you'll be fine.
As long as you're willing to work for the same competitive salary they pay employees in China, you'll be fine.
Are you a person who can contribute to Barra's announced all electric future and GM's largest market in China at labor costs competitive with Chinese labor or superior know how? There's your criteria.