Toxic culture, fake reviews, and lack of HR support - Graphic Designer Pulp Strategy Employee Review

We categorically deny the allegation that employees are “forced” to write fake reviews. No such directive exists. Any suggestion otherwise is incorrect. Probation timelines, leave policies, and salary structures are clearly documented at the time of joining. During probation, policies are applied consistently across the organization. They are not discretionary. Performance Improvement Plans are not punishment tools. They are formal, documented processes linked to measurable performance gaps. Many employees have completed PIPs successfully and continued their tenure. it seems that you have taken a dislike to PIP after 1-2 years of service, possibly due to the inability to keep up with a performance standard. On HR support: We acknowledge that there were transition periods in HR staffing. That gap has since been addressed, Senior HR leadership is onboard, and governance structures are in place. Creative industries are demanding by nature. Feedback, revisions, and quality control are part of professional delivery. Reuse of ideas or iterations is common in client‑driven environments and does not constitute erratic leadership. We take mental health and workplace concerns seriously. Formal concerns raised through documented channels are reviewed and acted upon. Broad generalisations, however, do not reflect the experience of the wider team. We are building a performance‑driven, future‑ready organization. That direction may not align with everyone. We respect differing experiences, but we do not accept misrepresentation. We will advise you to broaden your outlook to include an understanding of industry practices and norms, this will help you understand your futur organisations expectations better.