Dell complaints

Rocke_T_Sinetist · Posted: Sun Feb 04, 2007 1:33 pm Post subject:

Ethics Code violation (and primate posturing) telling us how much you're paid. (I'm a primate too. Me = $more. My butt must be cuter. Cool

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Brain pan size is irrelevant, and that's real close to precisely the problem. Where one lands politically determines one's future at Dell, not the resources one comes with or the diligence with which they're applied.

We had an MSEE C3 who came from the design team that developed the 56K modem. Did they lay him off? No, but 6 months later they faked a PIP and drove him out to make room for another fratbrother legacy who couldn't find his sphincter with a GPS. Same with the guy who had 20 years' drive-industry experience. Hint: Layoffees were Caucasian, PIPees were minorities, all over 40.

Realize how fortunate you are to have landed where you have. Skill and application won't get you a bag of Doritos most places in Dell. And you could tear your rotator cuff patting yourself on the back.
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babbage69 · Posted: Sun Feb 04, 2007 2:57 pm Post subject:

GettinJaded · Posted: Fri Apr 06, 2007 3:07 am Post subject:

Agreed. I always find it funny when people complain about metrics or being micro-managed. What do you expect? Dell is running a business, not a welfare office. They are a Fortune 50 company and didn't get there by giving handouts. I don't know of a sales manager who doesn't believe in setting goals. It's a competitive world out there. Ditch the metrics and you might as well kiss your job goodbye.

And for those people who complain about being passed up for a role to someone with less experience: Get over yourselves and understand that tenure and experience are but small pieces of the puzzle. Believe it or not, people come from all kinds of backgrounds, possess all sorts of talents, and are surpisingly capable of adapting and learning new things. Case in point: I know someone who moved from a low level inside sales role straight to an account executive position. This was a big jump and, on paper, he appeared to be the least qualified candidate. However, he had excellent command skills and management recognized this as a huge strength. He may not have had a bunch of sales experience at Dell but he did have certain competencies he was able to utilize to be successful in his new role.

So, the next time someone beats you for a job, find out why. Your challenger might not have been as technical as you; but maybe, they were great with customers and have a history of quickly ramping in new roles. Don't be afraid to take some constructive criticism. I've been promoted several times at Dell....and denied just as many. Each time that happened, though, you can bet your behind I came out of there with a plan for improving myself.

You complain about people getting jobs because of who they know. Did you ever think about why that is? Pretend you're a hiring manager and asking me if I know of any good candidates for a role. If I'm going to put my reputation on the line and vouch for someone, I'll make damn sure they are the most qualified candidate.
Politicking and networking can be a very effective means for getting your name on the radar and helping prospective bosses understand why they should hire you. Otherwise, all they have to go on is a resume. You have to sell yourself internally. I regularly meet with Dell employees who seek my advice on moving into specialty roles. These meetings help me sort the champs from the chumps. I have met with many an employee who looked good on paper but was just not the right fit for a job.

Dell doesn't owe you anything. If you want something, you have to go get it. Being "fortunate" has nothing to do with it. If it ever looks like there is no more opportunity for me at Dell, I'll be hunting for a new job the next day.

And yes, I will tear a rotator cuff patting myself on the back.

enraged_koi · Posted: Thu Jan 31, 2008 5:17 pm Post subject:

*points and laughs at the Nashville Guy who loves his job IF he still had one after today*
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themightyflog · Posted: Mon Nov 24, 2008 6:36 pm Post subject:

You'll learn young padiwan. They treat the Nashville guys worse than they do the RR guys.

Boy do I remember going in as a kid at 19 to work for Dell and how bushy eyed I was.

I hope you do end up doing good at Dell but after awhile you'll see what folks are talking about

There is a resaon Dell is not on the top 100 companies to work for on the Fortune 500 companies and a reason why there is even a sight called I hate Dell.net!

05TigerWong · Hates with a Vengance Joined: 20 Feb 2008 Posts: 59

meh, no offense, but I got on board with dhell is largely because they misrepresented their job descriptions and compensation. Financial Analyst = I work on DOOMS all day. DSPP = (insert laughter here).

dhell is an unethical company build on lies. never was anything more or less.