Toxic politics, tale of a sinking ship - Manager Chewy Employee Review

1.0
Oct 18, 2019
Recommend
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Pros

- Flexible schedule (remote work, vacation, etc.) - Boston office is nice, floor to ceiling windows are a beauty

Cons

My experience was largely a waste of time. Nepotism rains supreme. - Individuals who are in leadership positions shouldn't - leadership issues run rampant for Directors and above, many don't appear to have any management experience at all. - No structured goals or projects are given by managers which leads to few opportunities for growth - you'll be stuck where you were when you started, unless you're friends with the right people. - Unclear company direction from executive leadership - leaders encourage working harder, not smarter. Company direction is communicated poorly (if at all). - Massive attrition problem throughout technology & product organizations - leadership does not appear to value those employees (no promotions, zero recognition, etc.). - When "Paranoia is Good" is a company value, how comfortable can you feel at work? - Culture is overly political. Get ready for somebody to stab you in the back.

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Cons

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3.0
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Pros

I am an artist and I get to do an art-related job. The schedule is flexible when things pop up. I get health insurance and 401k and a lot of free food, and there is free gym access in the office building. The people I work with are all generally very cool, friendly, and/or fun to work with.

Cons

The pay rate is below the industry standard for production artists. I am not able to afford a place of my own. I live with my parents and I work another job to supplement my income. I am basically surviving and able to pay all my bills, but I would not be able to live a full life on my own with the pay rate as it is now. The work culture portrays itself as progressive and inclusive place but it is the typical corporate toxic environment.

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