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Business Tech Ninjas

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Business Tech Ninjas Reviews

1.8

9% would recommend to a friend

(16 total reviews)
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Melodie Moore

6% approve of CEO

9% positive business outlook

Business Tech Ninjas has an employee rating of 1.8 out of 5 stars, based on 16 company reviews on Glassdoor which indicates that most employees have a poor working experience there. The Business Tech Ninjas employee rating is 52% below average for employers within the Media and communication industry (3.7 stars).

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16 reviews
2.0
11 Nov 2020
Recommend
CEO approval
Business outlook

Pros

- The team is amazing & super friendly and welcoming - lots of ability to try new things - good exposure to different types of projects and clients - a cool niche of marketing that is tough to get exposure to - great job on paper, admirable company values

Cons

- CEO treats all staff like they are replaceable and fires on a whim for little to no reason - Staff turnover is astronomical - constant hiring and firing - The hiring process is completely arbitrary & excessively long - Staff are chronically underpaid and there are no benefits for full-time workers, while the CEO claims you are "lucky to work there" - Projects are ill-defined and instructions often directly conflict with each other, which leads to disappointed clients and frustrated workers - Instructions are vague, questions are discouraged, but you are reprimanded if you (inevitably) get it wrong - Company is directionless and changes constantly at CEO's whims - No clarity on job position/responsibilities or career trajectory - Values and vision are constantly touted but never upheld in any meaningful way, often going directly against the company values -CEO insists the company is "outcome-driven" but obsessively tracks hours and every moment of your day is monitored - CEO takes everything incredibly personally, and every meeting feels like it could be your last

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Business Tech Ninjas Response
4y
Thank you for sharing your detailed feedback about your experience at Business Tech Ninjas. We genuinely value all input as it helps us identify areas of growth and improvement. We're glad to hear you found value in the team dynamics, project diversity, and the unique marketing niche we operate in. It's essential for us to know where we shine, as much as where we can improve. Your concerns regarding leadership, clarity, and company direction are noted. We are continually evolving, and as a growing company, there are challenges we face. However, we are committed to creating an environment where every team member feels valued and clear about their role. We'll take your feedback to heart and work towards ensuring better communication, clarity, and consistency in our operations. Our intention has always been to foster a positive work environment and to uphold the company values we deeply believe in. We genuinely apologize if we fell short during your time with us, and we appreciate your insights that can help shape our future trajectory.
2.0
17 Oct 2020

Not the best there is.

Recommend
CEO approval
Business outlook

Pros

There is some flexibility to be had. If you enjoy remote work and deadlines, this job might suit you. The team is small but lovely for the most part.

Cons

I read the first and only negative review about Business Tech Ninjas and decided to take a chance on the company anyway. The vast majority of positive reviews have been left by new hires (under a year of experience with the company). There is a core group of 5-6 members who have been around longer than this, but everyone else is expendable and the turnover rate is high. Passing a Myers-Briggs test is a must to be considered for any position within the company. I thought this to be a compelling icebreaker tactic until I realized that it is factored heavily into the recruitment process and is more than a gimmick to make the long-winded hiring process more personable. If you score a personality type that conflicts with the established members of the CEO, according to the 16 Personalities charts, you will not be given an opportunity to continue. As a part-time contractor, you are expected to have the same level of promptness in response as a full-time employee. After you’ve been signed on with the company, you must answer a series of the same teambuilding questions every 2 weeks before you are able to submit an invoice. CEO strongly discourages asking questions but gives exceptionally vague instruction. You will be reprimanded for asking too much. I found other employees were more than happy to answer my questions, however. There is a real possibility that you will be replaced without warning; you won’t be outright fired, but instead strung along with the CEO suggesting that perhaps this isn’t the best fit for you. Be on the lookout for job postings for your position if you start feeling ostracized; this is likely intentional. I would never dream of discounting the exceptionally hard work that those employed by the CEO have performed. Most everyone I met had been incredibly kind. I have absolutely no qualms with these folks. I was fortunate enough to recognize the issues within the business early on and find a position with a more reputable company. Don’t settle for BTN if you have an opportunity to work somewhere credible. If after reading this review you decide to take a chance on this company, go for it, and best of luck to you.

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Business Tech Ninjas Response
2y
Thank you for taking the time to provide such detailed feedback. We truly appreciate your insights and the nuances you've highlighted. At Business Tech Ninjas, we strive to create a collaborative and supportive environment, and we take any feedback seriously as it helps us understand where we can improve. The use of the Myers-Briggs test in our hiring process is intended to be a tool to understand the dynamics of our team and to promote understanding and collaboration. We will reflect on your feedback to ensure that it remains just that - a tool, and not a barrier. We understand that clarity in communication is vital, and we'll actively work towards improving this aspect. Your remarks regarding job security and our treatment of employees are noted, and we are committed to ensuring every team member feels valued and secure in their position. While we are still in the growth phase, we believe that every individual, regardless of their tenure, brings immense value to our company. We apologize if our actions conveyed otherwise, and we assure you that we will take your advice to heart. Thank you for your contributions to Business Tech Ninjas, and we wish you all the best in your future endeavors.
1.0
1 Oct 2024
Recommend
CEO approval
Business outlook

Pros

Plenty of feedback! If by feedback, you mean cryptic Slack messages from the CEO that leave you questioning your life choices. You can work in your pajamas! Which is great, because with the pay, you won’t be able to afford a professional wardrobe anyway.

Cons

Imagine working remotely at a company where the Interview Process lasts longer than your actual job tenure, training doesn’t exist, and the only thing more elusive than a clear job description is your paycheck. Welcome to Business Tech Ninjas. Work from home! Yes, you get to work from anywhere—your bed, your couch, or maybe under the kitchen table when you need to hide from your overflowing inbox. It’s a beautiful thing to roll out of bed and straight into panic mode. Comfy pajamas won’t make the all-day Slack onslaught any better, but at least they’re soft. You’ll learn something... eventually: Mostly, you’ll learn to survive on zero training and vague task lists. You’ll emerge from your experience at this company confused, exhausted, but with a strange sense of accomplishment that you managed to fake it this long. The CEO’s Mystical Emails: Forget managers! Here, the CEO personally pops into your inbox like some sort of digital overlord with cryptic, all-caps directives. “FOCUS ON PRIORITIES! ALSO DON’T FORGET PROJECT X!!” No explanation, no details. The pay—prepare to be wowed: And by wowed, I mean absolutely floored by how low it is. Slack Overload: Have you ever received so many Slack notifications that your phone gives up trying to alert you? No? Well, welcome to Business Tech Ninjas! It’s like someone gave a hyperactive toddler access to every communication channel on Earth How to multitask like a ninja: You’ll become an expert at juggling ten projects with absolutely no direction. The CEO will toss you a mysterious task with zero details, and you’ll master the fine art of Googling your way to success while half-convinced you’re working in an alternate universe.

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