Is there is a curve? Is it true that if you have an ok-ok semester you should start packing?
I was interviewed for product (video). Can I select infra or any other team during bootcamp.
During my interview they told me that you can change team during bootcamp.
You're usually fine having a bad half. If you get two in a row is when you're in trouble. But plenty of people have an off half and don't meet all expectations and then bounce back the next half.
The opposite also happens. Rockstars got burnt out and then being managed out after 2 MMs
I've always been annoyed at people who work 80 hours a week to get the best rating possible and then complain about burning out. I have seen E3 to E5 all able to cruise and get meets all and exceeds without working extra hours or doing anything crazy. If you want to ruin your half for a little extra money then that's on you, otherwise push back on your manager.