- Burnout: I was working 70+ hours a week during the peak of the pandemic. When I let upper management know that I was struggling with my workload (headcount on my team was reduced by 40%), I was told to take a few days off. Great, in theory, until you come back to a looming inbox.
- Lack of transparency: Everything was a secret, unless you had an "in" with other departments.
- Lack of leadership: The organizational structure was a complete mess. Nobody knew who did what or where to go to get help.
- No room for growth: Once you're hired in for a position, you can't leave that position.
- "Boys" Club mentality: It's the 21st century. Let's stop with the "little lady" actions.
- Onboarding: It is a nightmare. There was no training or options to support leadership.