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MPC culture shift - is the honeymoon period over?

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·13d ago·2 comments

Been at Marathon for a few years now, and honestly, the vibe has shifted significantly. It feels like every quarter is just another excuse to trim the fat without any regard for the institutional knowledge walking out the door. The latest 500-person cut was a gut punch to morale, even if you weren't personally impacted. Management keeps talking about 'operational efficiency' and 'streamlining,' but it’s just code for 'we don’t care about retention.' The transparency is non-existent, and the constant fear of the next RIF makes it impossible to focus on actual projects. I’m starting to wonder if the compensation is even worth the stress anymore. Anyone else feeling like the focus on shareholder value is actively cannibalizing the actual workforce? I’m curious if anyone has successfully transitioned out recently and if the market is actually receptive to MPC refugees right now.

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·13d ago

I've seen this cycle happen before at other firms, and the 'operational efficiency' talk is always a red flag. When they stop valuing the people who actually know how the systems run, it’s only a matter of time before technical debt starts piling up. It’s draining to watch good people leave because the leadership only cares about the stock price for the next quarter. If you're feeling the burnout, start updating your resume now rather than waiting for the next round of layoffs to catch you off guard.

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·13d ago

Honestly, I think you’re being a bit too pessimistic. Every large energy company has to trim the fat eventually to stay competitive in such a volatile market. It’s tough, sure, but it’s business. If you keep your head down and focus on your specific deliverables, you’ll be fine. People make a big deal out of these shifts every few years, but the company isn't going anywhere. Just stop taking the corporate speak so personally and focus on securing your own position.