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Toxic work environment - extreme bullying - Consultant Propel Solutions Employee Review

1.0
May 30, 2020
Recommend
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Pros

Work hours are constrained to maintain a strict 37.5 hour work week. It is very rare that staff need to work outside these hours.

Cons

Staff are yelled at on a daily basis, sometimes for hours on end. Management consistently verbally abuses staff by ridiculing, belittling and humiliating staff members in front of the team. Staff are always blamed for challenges with the organization. There is a high amount of turnover. The management style is completely autocratic, no disagreements or suggestions are permitted. Standards of work are highly particular and inconsistent.

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Propel Solutions Response
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Thank you for review, I am sorry to hear about your experience with Propel. As a company we strive to create a mutually respectful working environment for our team. Propel was founded on the belief that you could have work life/balance while doing interesting consulting work which is why we try to limit the number of hours our team works. We pride ourselves on our culture of professionalism. We would be happy to discuss your concerns offline. Again, we wish you all the best!

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1.0
May 25, 2024
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Cons

My experience working at Propel Solutions was nothing short of a nightmare. The workplace environment they cultivated was extremely toxic, characterized by incessant berating and intimidation tactics that left staff feeling demoralized and stressed. On numerous occasions, the owner would berate staff for hours on end, often over minor mistakes or perceived slights. This relentless verbal abuse created an atmosphere of fear and anxiety, making it nearly impossible to perform our duties effectively. Constructive feedback was nonexistent; instead, we were subjected to constant criticism and humiliation. Threats were a common part of the owner’s management style. They frequently threatened employees with termination, creating a pervasive sense of job insecurity. This coercive behavior was not only unprofessional but also highly unethical, pushing many talented individuals to their breaking point. The overall work environment was suffocating. Team morale was consistently low, and the high turnover rate was a clear indicator of the hostile conditions. Collaboration and innovation were stifled as employees were more focused on avoiding the boss's wrath than on contributing positively to the company. In summary, working at Propel was a deeply distressing experience. Their abusive behavior and toxic management style created a hostile work environment that significantly impacted the well-being and productivity of the staff. I would strongly advise anyone considering a position under their leadership to reconsider and seek opportunities elsewhere.

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1.0
Oct 15, 2024
Anonymous employee
Recommend
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Pros

Central downtown location, close to transit

Cons

Demanding employer, abusive, treats employees poorly

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