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Blue Shield Of California

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Shield Emerging Leader - Leadership Development Program Associate Blue Shield Of California Employee Review

3.0
Jan 2, 2017
Recommend
CEO approval
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Pros

1) An inspiring mission and vision. 2) Wellvolution program that encourages employee engagement with their own health with the opportunity to earn rewards 3) Pockets of change within the organization working to transform, modernize culture and processes.

Cons

1) There is a disconnect between the vision and leadership of senior management (CEO and SVPs) and that of middle management. Priorities and values seem to get lost in the sausage making at the director and manager level. Many just continue to do what they're used to regardless of the company strategy. 2) There is a slow change occurring to a more contemporary, team based culture as opposed to the command and control, top-down style of old.

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Blue Shield Of California Response
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Thanks for your review and congratulations on being chosen for the Shield Emerging Leaders program! We’re happy that you find our mission inspiring. We’re sorry that you feel there is a disconnect between our leaders and middle management, although moving to a team-based culture is a good thing. Kathy Mason Strategic Recruiting Program Manager

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Cons

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Pros

Limited knowledge transfer and onboarding support for new team members. New hires are often expected to figure things out with minimal guidance. Workplace politics can sometimes impact collaboration and decision-making. Managers may not always be actively involved in supporting team members or addressing concerns. Full-time employees are occasionally treated differently than contractors, creating an uneven work environment. Documentation and process knowledge sharing could be improved. Work culture can be stressful at times, leading to challenges with work-life balance and employee morale.

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