Long-term loyalty and consistent performance are not always valued. Leaders who spent years building strong, high-performing teams can be let go while less experienced employees are retained due to lower compensation or internal politics. Compensation differences between employees in similar roles can also create frustration and impact morale.
There were frequent shifts in direction from HR and executive leadership, which created instability and made it difficult to maintain consistent expectations across locations. The HR department at times appeared to lack operational experience or a clear understanding of the realities faced at the center level. This sometimes resulted in decisions that felt disconnected from day-to-day operations, with limited accountability or oversight.
During my time with the company there were also several changes in executive leadership, including multiple CEOs and CFOs. The amount of turnover at that level made long-term direction feel uncertain and contributed to inconsistent strategy across the organization.