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Performance review season stress is next level

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·46d ago·2 comments

So, it's that time of year again... performance reviews. But this year feels different. There's this undercurrent of anxiety that wasn't there before. My manager is definitely under more pressure from above, and it's trickling down. The usual 'meeting your goals' talk feels more intense, and there's a lot more emphasis on 'impact' and 'efficiency.' Honestly, it's making me nervous. Is anyone else feeling this added pressure during reviews? It feels like they're setting the stage for something, and it's not just about regular performance. Just hoping I'm overthinking it, but the vibe is definitely off.

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·46d ago

I hear you on the performance review anxiety. It's definitely not just you. At Edwards, it feels like the focus has shifted pretty heavily toward metrics and demonstrable outcomes lately. The 'impact' and 'efficiency' buzzwords are everywhere. It's understandable that it's creating a sense of unease, especially when you feel the pressure from management filtering down. Hopefully, it's just a phase and not a permanent shift in how things are evaluated.

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·46d ago

That heightened pressure during reviews is definitely a common sentiment across companies, and it seems to be particularly noticeable at Edwards Lifesciences this year. It's almost as if the overall economic climate or strategic shifts within the company are making leadership more scrutinizing. The shift in language from 'meeting goals' to 'impact' and 'efficiency' suggests a more outcome-oriented approach, which can feel like a higher bar. Hopefully, it leads to constructive feedback rather than just stress.