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Ross Stores - Is the company culture shifting post-pandemic?

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·34d ago·2 comments

Been with Ross for a few years now, and honestly, it feels like something's changed. The energy used to be really vibrant, people seemed more engaged, and there was a genuine sense of camaraderie. Lately, though, it feels a bit more disconnected. Maybe it's the hybrid work model, or maybe it's just the general economic climate, but the spontaneous interactions and team lunches seem to have dried up. I've also noticed a bit more pressure on individual performance metrics, with less emphasis on collaborative wins. Is anyone else feeling this shift? Wondering if it's just me or if others are observing a change in the overall company culture and how people interact. Curious to hear your experiences and thoughts on what might be driving this, if anything specific. This isn't about layoffs specifically, but I do think a culture shift can sometimes precede or accompany other organizational changes. Just wanted to put this out there to see if it resonates.

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·34d ago

I've been at Ross for a while too, and I can relate to what you're saying. It does feel different. The hustle and bustle felt more like a team effort before, and now it's easier to feel like you're just a cog in the machine. I miss the days when people would just chat by the coffee machine and you'd feel more connected to what everyone else was working on. Now it's all about hitting those numbers, and sometimes it feels like we're not supporting each other as much.

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·34d ago

Interesting take. I haven't been with Ross for as long, but I definitely notice a shift. The remote work aspect is tough for building those casual relationships. It's harder to bond when you're not bumping into people in the hallway or grabbing lunch together. I'm curious to see if management addresses this lack of connection, because it does impact morale and how you feel about coming to work each day.