At a tipping point - Anonymous employee Farm Journal Employee Review

2.0
Oct 19, 2024
Anonymous employee
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Pros

The people at Farm Journal are wonderful. The company has a lot going for it and has both a legacy and a future under the right leadership.

Cons

Farm Journal is currently at a very critical tipping point. The rapid change has not been managed well and has created mass chaos. New employees are just as unhappy as tenured employees and morale is very low. The company has so many new people and layers that no one is interested in problem solving, but rather finger pointing, CYA and burying their heads in the sand that there are real problems. It seems the new leaders making decisions do not really understand what the company does so they are trying to turn the company into what they already know, and through the process are not listening to the employees who care about the company, leaving them feeling demotivated and looking for other opportunities.

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Farm Journal Response
1y
Thank you for your honest feedback. We’re glad to hear you appreciate our team and the company's potential. We recognize the challenges you've mentioned and are committed to addressing the issues of communication and morale. We want everyone to feel secure in sharing their thoughts and concerns. Open dialogue is essential for our growth, and we encourage you and others to connect with HR to share your experiences. Together, we can foster an environment where everyone feels heard and valued, ultimately leading to a more positive workplace. Your insights are vital as we work toward these improvements.

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New CEO has great vision based on listening to our audience, employees and customers Flexibility with WFH welcome Great, knowledgeable people Respected voice in the industry Leading data and media platforms

Cons

Quick growth and cultural changes cause some unsteadiness among teams (but personally I see them as positive changes)

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Farm Journal Response
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Thank you for taking the time to share this review! We are so glad that you are seeing all the positive changes in the way we operate. We also appreciate the comment about some unsteadiness. Rapid change can indeed cause some fatigue, and we will continue to encourage frequent communication, based on transparency, to address it.
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Cons

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Farm Journal Response
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Thank you for your feedback and for your time with Farm Journal. We're glad you had a positive experience with our people. We appreciate your perspective on communication and leadership and remain committed to listening, learning, and continuously improving. We wish you continued success.
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