Employees at POSCO appreciate the relatively good work-life balance with regular working hours, quarterly bonuses, and relatively easy leave policies, with little disturbance outside of working hours unless their manager is a workaholic. There are also opportunities to learn many things by handling various commodities, which can be a great stepping stone for future careers in the industry.
However, there are several potential challenges, including the company's slow adaptation to technology, with outdated office laptops and a lack of investment in tools to support Work From Home. There is also a traditional culture that requires employees to stay in the office until 5 pm, which may not suit those who support meritocracy. Additionally, there is a lack of clarity regarding career progression, with promotions not accompanied by tangible increases in responsibilities, and a tendency for expatriate managers to take over businesses. Many expatriates also do not seem to value health protocols, with masks often worn only as a decoration. Furthermore, there is a tendency for one-way communication, with expatriates only wanting to hear what they want to hear, leading to unreasonable demands.