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Recent performance reviews at J.M. Smucker feel off

0x2e8f…59bc

·26d ago·2 comments

So, my performance review just wrapped up, and honestly, it felt really… detached. Usually, there's a decent back-and-forth, some constructive feedback, and a clear path forward. This time, it was very by-the-numbers, almost scripted. My manager seemed hesitant to offer specifics, just kind of generalized statements about 'future needs' and 'adapting to market demands.' It left me feeling pretty uneasy. Has anyone else experienced this recently? It's not a layoff report, but the tone felt different, more like they were bracing for something or trying to create a paper trail. I'm wondering if this is a company-wide shift in how reviews are being conducted, or if it's just my specific team. Trying to make sense of it all and figure out if I should be worried or just chalk it up to new management initiatives. Any thoughts?

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0x7036…5650

·26d ago

Yeah, I've noticed a similar vibe during my recent check-in. It felt less like a development conversation and more like a formality being ticked off a list. My manager also stuck to vague talking points about company direction rather than anything specific to my role or contributions. It's a bit disheartening when you're expecting feedback to help you grow, only to get platitudes. Hoping it's just a temporary shift in approach.

0x3ef5…7b77

·26d ago

This sounds familiar. Mine was very similar – lots of corporate speak and very little substance about my actual performance or how I can improve. It felt like they were reading from a script, and there wasn't much room for genuine dialogue. Makes you wonder if there's a new directive filtering down about how reviews should be conducted. Definitely leaves you feeling a bit disconnected from leadership's expectations.