I propose a PDS strike: fot the next cycle, hand in an empty PDS. Protest against the arbitrariness of the process #pdsstrike
Still a better option to leave EMIT now
Left for Amazon after 13 years. Its been about a month and I havent looked back. XOM was a great place to work in the 2005-20017 range. The regime of the EMIT LT is a red flag for how things will shake out in the next 10-15 year. This time range... — read more
Use vacation days while starting new job?
If I have a job starting late January somewhere else, can I take my XOM vacation for 2022 in Jan/feb and then quit? Essentially be on the payroll for two companies at once but only working for one. I will have 33 days starting Jan 1 of vacation. I... — read more
What Are the Top Five Mistakes That Our Management Team Repeatedly Makes?
Source: www.FrankSonnenbergOnline.com We make a lot of decisions every day. They have a huge impact on our happiness and success. Yet most of us never question whether our decision-making process is flawed. It stands to reason that the only way to... — read more
Conflict of interest at XOM?
Are you allowed to have another job and/or own your own company NON-related to XOM/industry? I think you’re “allowed” (just has to be disclosed and approved by management)…but how is that perceived across management? Is anyone doing this and/or know... — read more
ExxonMobil, Saudi Aramco, and Chevron Are Among the Worst Offenders for the Paris Climate Accord – Intl Report
25 November 2021 Source: Kaieteur News Kaieteur News – An analysis of the emissions and climate plans of 58 oil and gas giants has found that most are failing to decarbonise in line with climate science, with Saudi Aramco, ExxonMobil and Chevron... — read more
Leave
The only reason you should still be here and not looking is if you're nearing retirement. Or if you're one of the new hires who're just looking to pad their resume. Everybody else who cares about their career and advancement should either already be... — read more
NDA?
Does the company ever ask for you to sign an NDA upon quitting or termination? How about for the guys who've worked in the grttier ops around the world? I mean if I was LAW I would totally have me sign an NDA......
Another a-ho-e caught on tape, stating CCS is a sham
https://www.washingtonpost.com/climate-environment/2021/11/24/exxon-global-warming-climate-skepticism/ Ex VP of Exploration, now in Low carbon “solutions”, stating that Carbon Capture isn’t really a solution, just means to get corporate welfare... — read more
What would be enough?
Considering the inflation and the significant drop in benefits over the years that increased our overall expenditures, what would you consider a decent raise? How much would be enough for you to say, okay, this is fair? I don't expect to be anything... — read more
The Remaking Of Exxon Mobil
Nov. 21, 2021 6:17 AM ET Seeking Alpha Summary (1) It is now obvious that the dividend is in no danger. (2) Dividend growth, if any, is likely to remain slow for the time being. (3) Several large projects promise enhanced profitability in the... — read more
Raise expectations
I believe most will be disappointed by their raise amount there is no plan to make you whole for year of no raises, no 401k match and other reduced benefits there is no plan to get you back to or above what you were making end of 2019 considering... — read more
401k and Pention
Got an offer and trying to understand more about Exxon benefits What to expect on the pension after 15 years of work? Offer close to. $150
saving plan (401k in U.S.) after resignation
Will you receive any instruction from HR regarding what to do with the assets in your your saving plan? Do people usually move their savings to new employers' plans (or IRAs), or just leave them in EM's plan? If you choose to move your... — read more
The official pay raise thread
Ok all , let’s use this thread to compare the % of raise received … Suggest your % raise, location (country) and if you got promoted..
Viridos Executes Agreement with ExxonMobil to Help Scale Algae Biofuels
Viridos low-carbon intensity biofuels may substantially reduce greenhouse gas emissions while providing a sustainable and scalable option to help reduce GHG emissions in heavy-duty transportation November 19, 2021 08:30 AM Eastern Standard... — read more
Expats brought back and terminated?
A friend asked me whether expats are being brought back to their home countries under the premise of reassignment only to be terminated. The friend said their phone numbers suddenly stopped working. Is this happening?
2 Weeks Notice
To anyone who's quit: were you compensated for the two weeks after giving your 2 weeks notice? I know the company will often walk you out sooner but I've heard mixed things about whether or not they still pay that money. I am quitting sometime in... — read more
Lump sum pension when quitting?
Hi all - I am looking at my timeline for leaving the company. Last year 2020 and early 2021 I heard (and friends confirmed) that when they quit they were able to collect their lump sum vested pension (~$50,000 before taxes/fees.. this number depends... — read more
Raise excitement
I am optimistic for 10+ % raise : ) what about you guys?
Do ExxonMobil rehire?
Former KLTC employee here, I left exxon in 2019 and thinking of rejoining as I see related job opening? Do anyone know if exxon rehire? My experience: 10 Year, DevOps skillset, was CL 25 when I left. Thanks P
Salary Communication Prep
Saw these meetings pop up on my section head and supervisors calendars. Haven’t seen anyone mention them yet, is this prep for lower than expected raises or just a general prep on how to deliver it? Genuinely curious
Why are ExxonMobil LinkedIn posts so cringe worthy?
Whether these are posts from the public affairs, high Executives, managers, or worthless employees, they all seem fake, dishonest and desperate cheap attempts of self-promotion. Is there a judgement day for ExxonMobil and LinkedIn frauds?
Experienced hire at EM
Reservoir engineer, 12 years experience. Interviewed for a similar position and was told on Friday that I was successful. I would be coming from another major IOC. Main reason for wanting to leave current company is due to refusing to promote me to a... — read more
Basic premise of ExxonMobil
The basic premise of ExxonMobil is that talent is innate. This is in comparison to other companies which believe we can all improve and become better through effort and coaching. ExxonMobil picks their hot shots at year five of employment usually... — read more
forget about salary increase
If you can find another job, you should leave (which I'll do). If you choose to stay or cannot leave for whatever reason, just accept what is offered (whether it's meat or bone). In either case, you shouldn't bother speculating your salary increase... — read more
XOM's current state is bad and getting worse for a reason
When so many people hate the company they work for, can anything better be expected? This is the best proof that there is a major difference in productivity between happy and unhappy employees. When XOM had great pay, benefits, and actually cared... — read more
Pension
If someone resigns with less than 15 years of service, what happens to the pension? Is it paid as an annuity once the person reach 65? I heard that you can take the pension as a lump sum because they are encouraging people to leave.
Inclusive?
Is it me or is inclusivity getting worst? I’m an experience hire and a minority female who moved to a new department. Noticed I’m not invited to meetings that I should be invited to. Neither are some of the newer people. Should I speak up and... — read more
RSU SZN.
Anyone received their communication yet??
Increase in departures early next year?
Curious if anyone else already has a new job lined up and is just waiting for the holidays to be over and the new year to arrive so you can collect your 2022 vacation pay and jump ship. I wouldn’t be surprised to see an increase in departures for... — read more
Salary Treatments
Just now completing supervisor training related to salary treatments. HR gave the following general ranges applicable to our group depending on many different factors: O - 12-18% E - 10-15% VG - 5-12% G - 2-3% NI/NSI - Not eligible Obviously, a... — read more
CCS Ads during COP26
It is only me or does anyone observe the same thing as well - during COP26 weeks, I noticed that there are a lot of EM CCS Ad on my LI feed...but now that COP26 is over, ad about CCS is not really visible and this week is EM ad about the Women Global... — read more
Raise 2022
I got 2% raise as part of mid-year raise but my supervisor told me you may or may not get raise in Jan. I moved to new team now within surface. My new supervisor is a$$ not giving me clear answer I have to wait few weeks. This is pathetic after 2... — read more
Are you on track with your 401K and other retirement savings?
I am 52 and I am behind -- looking into future things do not look bright. I am trying to save more but I just think I am getting too old to catch up.
The Courage to Care
Just finished listening to the four speakers for “The Courage to Care”, an XOM event. It’s by far the best thing I’d heard in a long time and the best ever at XOM. If you can, I’d recommend to watch the recording. It inspired me to be a better... — read more
Exxon of Old - Question
For those who have been with the company for 15+ years, what was it like when EM was truly #1? Am curious as a younger employee who just left. How many of the sales points were true? Thinking specifically of long engaging careers, adequate... — read more
IT Town Hall
Any guesses on the number of “hotshot” comments we get? Anything at all to address IT specific attrition? Or will we get “all is fine! We don’t need developers and you’re all overpaid anyways!”