For those who are also affected by the delayed promotions, have you received information? Is January 2027 already confirmed, or is it still subject to change?
I’m honestly trying to understand the thought process behind this.
Our internal promotions have been put on hold, and we were recently told that there is no clear timeline on when they will resume. The updates so far have been quite vague, and we still don’t have confirmation on whether the salary adjustment will be retroactive once the promotion is eventually processed.
What makes the situation even more frustrating is seeing external hiring still moving forward while internal employees who were already being considered for promotion are left waiting.
It’s difficult not to feel disappointed when you’re being asked to take on additional responsibilities and perform at the next level, but the corresponding promotion and compensation are essentially put on hold.
I completely understand that businesses have budget constraints and that approvals can take time. But from an employee perspective, the lack of a timeline, clarity, and commitment makes it difficult to know what to expect.
Promotion is on hold, but additional responsibilities aren’t?
I’m trying to stay professional about it, but honestly, the combination of frustration, disappointment, and uncertainty is getting difficult to ignore. 😅
Has anyone else experienced something similar at IBM Consulting, or in other large companies?