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Work harder, not smarter. There is no life outside of work

Software Engineering Manager
Current Employee
Has worked at Intel for 2 years
July 25, 2014
1.0
Doesn't RecommendNegative OutlookDoesn't Approve of CEO
Pros

The compensation and benefits are good.

Cons

We are expected to work every evening and every weekend. Holidays too.

Work-life balance is non-existent. I've never even heard the term mentioned.

Processes and tools make what should be the simplest tasks challenging and time-consuming. The organizations are overloaded with governance, which stifles productivity and brings decision-making to a crawl.

Advice to Management

We are told that the employees are Intel's most valuable asset, yet they are treated as if they are disposable.

They are pushed to their breaking point and treated in a disrespectful manner.

If you really value your employees, focus more on how to improve their efficiency and promote work-life balance.

Work-life balance means that employees are able to maintain a high level of energy on the job. Without it, they put in more hours but are less efficient.

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