In my experience, the environment has become increasingly challenging for P1 to P3 level employees. There seems to be limited recognition or value placed on the contributions of people at these levels, which has affected motivation and engagement.
Over time, internal politics have noticeably increased, particularly as new leaders and employees join the organisation. This has contributed to a shift in culture, where decisions and opportunities often feel influenced more by favouritism than by performance or merit.
Another concern is the disconnect between senior leadership (Director/VP-level) and the ground-level teams. The communication gap has widened, and many employees feel unheard or unsupported. This lack of alignment affects transparency, trust, and day-to-day execution.
Tools like the Peakon survey, which were intended to surface real employee sentiments, don’t appear to drive meaningful change. Many employees feel hesitant to answer honestly, especially on sensitive topics such as transparency, because doing so can lead to negative consequences rather than constructive action.
Overall, these factors — increased politics, cultural drift, limited career visibility for early career levels, a lack of transparent communication, and ineffective employee feedback channels — have significantly impacted the working environment.
