Good company - Anonymous employee Deako Employee Review

3.0
Jan 13, 2025
Anonymous employee
Recommend
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Pros

Control over ones project and responsibilities.

Cons

Unclear goals and guidelines often block progress.

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5.0
Apr 23, 2025
Recommend
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Pros

Amazing work life balance Felt valued by all my colleagues even the CEO Company Culture was inclusive and warm Pay was great for job title

Cons

Start up so lots of moving parts and growing pains but nothing you couldn't handle.

1.0
Jul 30, 2024
Recommend
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Pros

-I started in 2022 so I was moved around to 3 different positions before ultimately being laid off in one of the four rounds of layoffs the company went through in one year

Cons

-Horrible management -If you are on the product team, I would steer clear of the product manager. He is truly one of the worse managers I have had the displeasure of working with in my entire career -Company felt like a cult -There is only room for advancement in your career if you are able to act as a circus monkey using corporate buzzwords and "faking it to make it" leaving you emotionally drained -I worked at Deako for a year. During that time, and even still now, the company was not profitable, which left me feeling as though my job was fragile -Laid off after being in my new role for less than 3 weeks -A core value is "challenge respectfully" but when this was done I was told I was insubordinate....

Deako Response
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Thank you for sharing your experience. We understand that working at a startup can be an exciting and challenging experience, and we are grateful for the feedback you gave us. Start-ups can be dynamic as they grow and adapt to the market. This sometimes leads to reassigning of roles which is not easy for those involved. We acknowledge that layoffs and the restructuring you've experienced have likely added to the stress and uncertainty We take your concerns about management seriously, especially regarding the importance of respectful communication and recognition. While your experience with leadership and company culture is not reflective of what we strive to achieve, we know it is real and valid for you. Our core values, including "challenge respectfully," are intended to create a positive and collaborative environment, and it’s disappointing that this was not your experience. Please know that we are continually working to improve our culture and management practices. We believe in creating an environment where all employees feel valued and heard. While startups can be challenging, we remain committed to fostering a supportive and dynamic workplace for everyone. We wish you the best in your future endeavors and will continue to work on the areas you’ve highlighted.
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