Pros
People are nice to your face
Cons
Biased feedback process: My contract was terminated based on 6 out of 7 feedback points that were factually untrue. Despite providing evidence to disprove them, leadership moved forward with the release. There is little room for fair discussion or defense when feedback is given, making the system feel one-sided.
• Lack of transparency in performance evaluations: Feedback often comes late, after decisions have already been made, and there’s no clear escalation path if you disagree with what’s reported. This creates uncertainty and leaves employees vulnerable to subjective opinions rather than measurable outcomes.
• Disconnect between effort and recognition: Even when you put in your hardest work, meet deadlines, and complete your deliverables, the acknowledgment is minimal. Instead, minor or inaccurate criticisms are weighed more heavily than proven contributions.
• Job security concerns for contractors: Contractors especially face instability. No matter how much work you complete or how much value you bring, your role can be terminated abruptly without a chance to address concerns in real time.
• Limited accountability for managers: Leadership rarely takes responsibility for their role in miscommunication or misalignment, but they are quick to assign blame downward. This makes it difficult to feel supported.
• Culture of inconsistency: Expectations shift quickly, and standards aren’t always applied evenly across team members. What is acceptable for one person may be penalized for another, creating frustration and confusion.