Unprofessional CEO. Illegal HR Practices. - Anonymous employee Writesonic Employee Review

1.0
Oct 14, 2024
Anonymous employee
Recommend
CEO approval
Business outlook

Pros

- ships fast - smart folks

Cons

Writesonic uses HubStaff not only to track working hours but also to snoop on private employee messages. Moreover, this information from private chats is used against employees. Highly toxic environment. STAY AWAY! P.S. most positive reviews are written by HR

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Writesonic Response
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Thank you for bringing this matter to our attention. At Writesonic, we take all feedback seriously and are committed to ensuring a positive, transparent, and respectful work environment for everyone. Regarding your concern, our company policy does not allow the use of personal systems for work-related tasks. This helps protect both company and personal privacy, and it ensures compliance with data security standards. Rest assured, Writesonic does not record or monitor private conversations, and we encourage open communication if you feel any injustices occurred during your tenure. You can always reach out to us at talent@writesonic.com to discuss any issues further. Additionally, we want to clarify that Glassdoor allows only one review per person to maintain the integrity of feedback. The positive reviews you see on our page reflect the supportive culture we are fostering at Writesonic, but we welcome all constructive feedback to help us grow and improve. We are always open to dialogue and appreciate your input.

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