Unprofessional is being generous - Designer Instrument Employee Review

1.0
Nov 29, 2020
Recommend
CEO approval
Business outlook

Pros

- Some big name clients That’s really it.

Cons

- Wide array in talent means competent individuals are left pulling lots of dead weight - Shuffling around constantly on projects - No transparency around promotions and mishandled layoffs - Arrogant middle management and directors with lack of resume experience to back it up - Contractors treated like slaves - HR says what they want to keep people running on the hamster wheel, with no follow through on promotions or integrity

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Instrument Response
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We appreciate this honest feedback, and understand that there are several areas that you would recommend Instrument focus and improve. It is important to us that expectations are clear and consistent across the company, including fair expectations of Independent Contractors. We appreciate you notating that there is a wide array of expectations of individuals based on their abilities and skill sets - we are committed to continued focus on this internally.

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Pros

- Amazing work culture and benefits - Great variety of projects available with top global brands - Growth opportunities

Cons

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2.0
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Pros

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Cons

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