Extreme fear of failure - Anonymous employee Merck Employee Review

2.0
4 Aug 2018
Anonymous employee
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Pros

Lots of good scientists to learn from. Large company with many internal resources.

Cons

Culture of extreme fear of failure drastically affects innovation. Company is slow to adopt the new. Seems to always be jumping in late and playing catch up. Org structure is very flat and advancement is next to impossible. Requirements for advancement are exceptionally uneven across the company. The quality of middle management is highly variable. Very difficult to find the keys to success unless you happen to have a strong middle manager.

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Cons

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Pros

Over my tenure, I had the opportunity to work alongside highly talented and mission-driven colleagues dedicated to improving patient outcomes. The organization provided exposure to cross-functional collaboration, leadership development opportunities, and meaningful work supporting healthcare providers, patients, and community stakeholders. I appreciated the company's commitment to innovation, professional growth, and serving patients through scientific advancement.

Cons

Like many large organizations, priorities and organizational structures evolved over time, which occasionally created uncertainty and changes in responsibilities. Decision-making processes could sometimes be complex due to the size of the organization, and navigating multiple layers of stakeholders occasionally impacted speed and execution.

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