Dow reviews

Promotions are based on tenure for the first 8-10 years with the company. Performance is not rewarded monetarily even though they preach a pay for performance system. People tend to slip through the cracks by partaking in the politics and receive too much recognition based on extra-curriculars such as event planning rather then focusing on how good an individual is at their job.

Overloaded with work processes. This company struggles to convert state-of-the-art science and engineering into viable commercial products. Leadership is always looking for extraordinary huge successes, but lacks the ability to predict winners. It is frustrating because few new product research projects ever generate value for the company or society. Senior leadership is obsessed with unrealistic goals and metrics that divert efforts from work that will produce true value. Also -- be aware that more senior positions will demand your "life". The rating system, decreased staffing levels, and unrealistic growth expectations will dominate all of your waking hours and more. Work/Life balance is nonexistent, especially after you receive a few promotions.