Pros
Some of the most incredible & talented people I've ever had the privilege of working with (with the exception of senior management). It will be such a shame to see so many great people undoubtedly leave in 2025 as it becomes a big corporate (with zero benefits)
Cons
- Zero benefits considering we're part of such a large "group". No medical/ mental health support etc
- Zero communication skills from senior management- often emails are sent at 4.59pm announcing the latest departures
Above all, Sideshow DO NOT value the people that keep these clients serviced, happy and ultimate making revenue.
- High workloads with little/ no rewards e.g. no pay rises for 3+ years
- Promotion freeze since 2021
- Painfully evident that it's owned by private equity. Everything needs a "business case" to be signed off.
- Responsibility increases/ job title changes without the pay to reflect this
- Sorely lacking culture compared to how it was previously