Talented teams, but hampered by toxic culture and poor leadership - Anonymous employee DeepL Employee Review

2.0
Oct 9, 2024
Anonymous employee
Recommend
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Pros

- A lot of truly talented, amazing people work at DeepL - The benefits are quite good - The product is solid

Cons

- Many employees are experiencing burnout due to excessive workloads - Recognition and appreciation for employee efforts are lacking - Advancement is often based on office politics rather than merit and career growth opportunities are limited and unclear - Up-the-chain feedback is not truly welcomed - Leadership instability and unclear direction are causing chronic confusion - Workplace toxicity and favoritism are affecting decision-making

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DeepL Response
1y
Thank you so much for your detailed feedback. We’re glad to hear you value our talented team, strong product, and benefits. We take your concerns to heart, especially regarding burnout, recognition, and leadership stability. Addressing excessive workloads through improved planning and management is a priority for us. Additionally, we’re focused on enhancing our recognition systems and fostering a culture of appreciation across the company. Your insights on career progression and workplace culture are invaluable, and we are committed to looking into them with care and diligence. Thank you for being part of DeepL. Your feedback is essential, and we’re dedicated to making meaningful improvements based on your input.

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DeepL Response
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Thank you for your feedback! We’re thrilled to hear that you enjoy the collaboration and friendly culture within the team. We’re committed to fostering an engaging environment and appreciate your positive insights!
2.0
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Pros

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Cons

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