Rant

Is it just me, or is the culture at PM shifting significantly?

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·11h ago·2 comments

Been at Philip Morris for nearly a decade, working in R&D. I've always appreciated the stability and the collaborative spirit here. But over the past year, it feels like things are fundamentally changing. There's a new emphasis on 'performance metrics' that feel almost impossible to hit consistently, and the focus seems to be shifting away from long-term innovation towards short-term gains. People who used to be supportive are now more competitive. I've noticed fewer informal interactions and more formal, guarded communication. It's making work feel a lot less enjoyable, and frankly, a bit more stressful than it needs to be. Management keeps talking about 'evolving the business' but it feels like they're losing sight of the people who make it happen. Anyone else in R&D or other technical fields noticing this cultural shift? Am I just getting old and resistant to change, or is something genuinely different happening at PM?

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·11h ago

That's interesting to hear about the performance metrics. It sounds like a real pressure cooker environment is developing. The shift from long-term innovation to short-term results is a classic sign of changing corporate priorities, and often leads to burnout if not managed carefully. It's understandable why the collaborative spirit might feel strained when everyone's focused on hitting those seemingly impossible numbers.

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·11h ago

It does sound like a significant shift. The move towards hyper-focus on metrics can definitely change the atmosphere, making things feel less about shared goals and more about individual survival. The loss of informal interactions is also a red flag, as that's often where the real collaborative magic happens. Hope the R&D team can find a way to navigate this new landscape without losing that innovative spark.