Thesis - A Company That Values Its Employees? Not So Much. - Project Manager Thesis Employee Review

2.0
Apr 25, 2023
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Pros

The people who work there are generally kind and hardworking. The company has a lot of potential.

Cons

Pay is low compared to industry averages. It is difficult to get promoted. There is a lot of favoritism in promotions. The leaders in the C-suite and some director roles are not qualified. The workplace is toxic and can lead to burnout. Personal Experience: I worked at Thesis for four years. I was initially excited about the opportunity, but I quickly realized that the company was not what it seemed. I was hoping to advance my career and learn from the leaders, but I was disappointed by the reality. The pay was low, and it was difficult to get promoted, those who did get promoted were favored by upper management. The workplace was toxic, stressful, with no transparency (if you discuss your salary - you will get spoken to by someone in leadership) or accountability and I often felt like I was being treated unfairly. I eventually burned out and left the company. The company does not value its employees, and it is not a place where you can grow your career. There are better companies out there that will treat you with respect. Additional Comments: I was also disappointed by the CEO, COO, and Chief People Officer's responses to people's honest reviews. Their responses were defensive and did not address the real issues that people were raising. It's clear that they are not interested in hearing feedback or making changes. They also mention the company's StrengthsFinder program which was not used effectively. The program is supposed to help employees bring their whole selves to work, but it's never brought up during reviews or revisited. It was just a waste of time and the company's money. Leadership is also TONE DEAF as mentioned in other reviews. They would give themselves new fancy titles that came with substantial raises, while others are jumping to hoops to get a measly 4% raise. It's honestly ridiculous how detached from reality they really are. It's also worth mentioning that as happy as I am to see women in upper management they are majority if not all white women. As a person of color, this is an immediate red flag and highly discouraging. Thesis likes to push that they value diversity, inclusion, and empowerment, but again - it's performative. No action is taken besides throwing around those buzzwords. I actually remember when the CEO didn't know what DEI stood for when asked at a staff meeting years ago. Overall, I had a negative experience working at Thesis. I would not recommend the company to anyone.

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5.0
Aug 3, 2025
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Pros

Thesis has been an incredible place for me to grow professionally. I've had the opportunity to learn, take on meaningful work, and be supported by some of the most talented and thoughtful people I've worked with. What stands out most to me, though, is the personal care and humanity I experienced during a very difficult period in my life. Both my manager and the CEO went far beyond what I would ever expect from an employer, offering compassion, flexibility, and support that allowed me to take care of myself and my family when I needed it most. I will always be deeply grateful for that.

Cons

Like any organization, there’s always room for growth and improvement. But I’m 100% committed because I believe in the leadership, the people, and the direction we’re heading. There’s a real sense of care and purpose here, and I’m proud to be part of it.

3
1.0
May 14, 2026
Anonymous employee
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Pros

The people doing the day-to-day work are the company’s greatest strength and the primary reason many employees continue showing up each day. Teams are filled with talented, hardworking individuals who consistently deliver despite significant organizational challenges.

Cons

Leadership feels increasingly disconnected from the realities of delivery and employee experience, with an overwhelming focus on revenue and margins above all else. At the same time, leadership frequently overcommits to client demands and approves work at unsustainable or negative margins, only to later criticize teams for failing to meet financial targets created by those decisions. Employees are often treated more like interchangeable resources than long-term contributors, resulting in exceptionally high turnover and a constant revolving door of talent. Any meaningful, innovative, or strategically important work is routinely handed to external contractors rather than internal teams. These efforts are often executed in isolation, with little intentional knowledge sharing or investment in growing the capabilities of permanent employees. This creates frustration, limits career growth, and reinforces the perception that internal staff are not trusted with the company’s most important opportunities.

4
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