I joined this company about a year ago, and life here has been getting tougher day by day, with work-life balance taking a serious hit. Over the past few months, several employees have either left or been removed, and the reasons remain unclear. There are even rumors that the company might shut down soon. The office feels emptier now, like a graveyard of old happy memories, and the weight of unfinished work left behind by former colleagues and seniors is taking a toll on those of us who remain. It’s messy, mentally draining, and feels unfair to be stuck cleaning up after others.
If anyone is considering joining here, be prepared to inherit the burden left behind by previous employees, and possibly ours too, if we leave soon. Beware of that.
The most frustrating aspect is the CEO’s obsession with developing software that feels more like a tool to exploit employees than to support them. Unrealistic rules are being introduced, like submitting daily reports, working exactly 8 hours a day, tracking breaks and movements, and monitoring every computer. This feels like a blatant invasion of privacy. There’s no room for work-life balance, as everyone is expected to report every minute of their work like slaves. The "Tendon" software they’ve implemented is downright unethical, goes against employment standards, and violates labor laws. It tracks every single minute of work and reports it directly to the CEO. Although they talk about flexibility, no one enjoys being forced to stay at the office for more than 8 hours, sacrificing their personal time for work. If this software spreads to other companies, it could destroy workplaces like a virus.
What’s worse is the salary deduction if daily reports aren’t submitted on time or if the total task hours fall short. Managers are given unchecked power, creating a sense of injustice among employees. The only reason many of us stayed this long was the work culture and the freedom and fun we once had—please don’t take that away.
The managers, unfortunately, lack independence and simply follow the CEO’s instructions without question. Genuine and ethical managers who truly care about the team are let go, and their money and assets will be stripped off, and they will have to face legal consequences, while those who please the CEO get promoted. It often feels like hiring is done just to fire people later, as if the CEO enjoys playing with others’ lives and time. It’s clear that the well-being of employees is not a priority.
