Pros
Employees who take initiative can step into leadership responsibilities, even without an official title, gaining valuable experience in managing teams and cross-functional projects - which can lead to negative output since many colleagues were promoted without any salary increase.
Cons
Lack of Transparency in Salaries, Growth, and Opportunities – Career progression and salary structures are not always clearly communicated, making it difficult to understand what’s needed to advance. Opportunities for growth can feel ambiguous, requiring employees to push for visibility and advocate for themselves rather than following a well-defined path. Additionally, recent salary increases have been decreasing year over year—5% previously, then 4%, and this year is expected to be just 2%, if that—raising concerns about long-term financial growth within the company.