Michelin will never be Michelin again this way
Pros
I have many good friends that really have the right values
Cons
The opportunity that was initially presented as long‑term career move turned into short‑term stopover in Dubai before being redirected to lower‑cost location, even after months of misery and difficult conditions after successfully stabilized ongoing issues, over performing has negative consequences. A role that appeared promising at first increasingly turn into disappointing experiences. Although the organization promotes strong values, equal access to opportunities, and a “safe space” culture, the reality observed across teams is the opposite. High performers who contribute positively to the business often face instability, while those with consistently poor performance remain in place or even receive rewards with little accountability. Internal job postings are advertised as open to everyone, yet in many cases roles are informally pre‑assigned before the recruitment process formally begins I witnessed one of the cases myself and also with many other colleagues. Employees regularly share experiences of applying for positions only to discover that a candidate has already been identified well before interviews take place. This is not uncommon. International mobility was always promoted as a key component of career development, but in practice it has become a way to move roles from higher‑cost to lower‑cost locations, with limited long‑term vision or support for those affected by such transitions. Some managers within the organization have the ability to make sudden decisions that significantly impact employees’ careers and personal lives, often driven by financial spreadsheets rather than balanced judgment or alignment with stated company values. Although the leadership model emphasizes care and empathy, the day‑to‑day experience for many employees contradicts these principles. HR and Legal functions tend to protect unfair and unethical decisions and make sure the are packaged as compliant with internal policies, without necessarily evaluating whether those actions are fair, ethical, or aligned with the values the company promotes publicly. A consistent trend is visible: high‑performing employees runaway once they realize that growth opportunities are more of a slogan than an actionable reality, while lower performers tend to remain or get the opportunities the high performers deserved.
