Pros
- Some autonomy (at least in my position) - In-house departments allow for better alignment and communication of brands message. - The people are the best part of this company. Sadly, they will likely leave or get laid off. - Interesting opportunities to engage with tree planting efforts of company
Cons
- Co-founder was removed due to valid sexual misconduct allegations - HR is not there to help you but rather to protect the interests of leadership team and the companies shareholders - No upward mobility. 4 years and no promotion or path laid out for career trajectory. - Management is seriously under qualified to do job - Lack of transparency regarding layoffs and reasons for decisions. I was laid off after 4 years and my manager couldn't even have been bothered to have an exit interview with me or do it themselves. These layoffs are common now. - New leadership team came in and conducted minimal effort interviews to determine next round of layoffs and ended up letting go talented and dedicated people as a result. - Requests are last minute and the expectation is that you work to deliver on time regardless. - Impossible to plan ahead because management does not communicate plans effectively. Career opportunities often overlooked because of lack of communication and concern for employees best interests. - Dishonesty about companies values. CEO mentioned multiple times that the companies intention was to "hire the best" meanwhile neglecting existing employees growth and career opportunities. Felt like we were being told we weren't the best but the next wave of employees will be. This was evident in turnover rate due to layoffs. - Bad business model. Creating more textile waste while planting mono crops.