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A U.S. brand name may look good on a resume.

Promotions are not merit-based; they depend solely on years of experience, not actual performance or skills.

Non-talented, underperforming employees are frequently promoted while strong contributors are ignored.

True talent is rarely recognized — the best people leave quickly.

Heavy top-down culture from the U.S. team; the India office has no independent voice or ability to raise concerns.

Employees are discouraged from showing initiative or independent thinking.

Poor technical design decisions and reliance on an outdated tech stack.

If you want to retain real talent, stop rewarding mediocrity and seniority alone.

Empower the India team with an independent voice, encourage innovation, and modernize the tech stack.

Until then, the cycle of talent drain and mediocrity will continue.