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Schlumberger - Performance reviews and career progression stalls?

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·54d ago·1 comments

What's the deal with performance reviews at Schlumberger recently? Mine felt like a formality, and now I'm hearing from colleagues that their reviews were also weirdly generic, despite solid work. It's not just about bonuses (though those are a whole other conversation). It feels like career growth is being put on ice. People who should be moving up are stuck, and there's a lack of clear communication about future opportunities. Is this a company-wide thing or just my corner of the organization? I'm trying to understand if I should be looking elsewhere or if this is a temporary lull before the next big push. Anyone have insights into how SLB is handling talent development right now?

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·54d ago

Yeah, I've noticed something similar. The review process definitely felt a bit disconnected from actual project contributions lately. There's a sense that things are being managed more centrally, perhaps with broader performance metrics overriding individual achievements, which can feel demotivating. The lack of transparency regarding advancement pathways is also a common complaint I'm hearing. It's tough when you feel like you're hitting your targets but don't see a clear path forward or understand the criteria for promotion.