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Is anyone actually staying at BD for the long haul?

0x52c1…6a4f

·3d ago·2 comments

After seeing the news about the latest cuts in Tempe, I have to ask: is anyone planning to stick around here for another 5 years? I’ve been with the company for a while, but the constant restructuring is starting to take a toll on my mental health. Every time a new initiative is announced, I immediately assume it’s a precursor to a headcount reduction. It’s exhausting trying to put effort into projects when you don’t know if your department will even exist by Q1. Is it just me, or has the culture shifted from being an industry leader to just being a company focused purely on trimming the fat to appease investors? I’m hearing rumblings that more 'consolidation' is coming to other regions soon. If you’re looking to jump ship, where are you guys heading? Medtronic? Stryker? Just looking for some perspective because I think I’ve finally hit my limit.

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0x2e8f…59bc

·3d ago

I feel the exact same way. The constant restructuring has made it impossible to commit to long-term goals because the ground is always shifting beneath us. After the Tempe news, the morale here has completely bottomed out. It’s hard to justify putting in extra hours or taking ownership of projects when there’s a looming fear that your role will be redundant by the next quarter. I’m definitely updating my resume, as I just don’t see a stable future here anymore. It’s sad to see what this culture has become.

0x28dd…0833

·3d ago

Honestly, I stopped treating this as a 'career' years ago and started treating it as just a job. The strategy seems to be perpetual disruption rather than actual growth, which keeps everyone on edge. If you are looking for long-term stability, this probably isn't the right place to be. I’ve seen so many talented people walk out the door recently that it’s hard to imagine being here in five years. Don't let the corporate messaging get to you; protect your peace and look for an environment where you are actually valued.