- Outdated technical systems in every way you can think of (Manager has never used google docs, and did not understand the benefit of multi-user editing)
- Extremely resistant to improvement changes in workflow, technology and leadership, even when it will result in long-term savings of employee time and reduction in company budget.
- The company seemed very focus on short-term gains.
- Company wanted to enter luxury/contemporary market but was utterly unprepared in target market research, luxury culture and ways to engage buyers in a new brand.
- Odd organizational structures such as departments with only an assistant, a VP and a temp.
- Transparency and constructive feedback is non-existent. (Direct manager didn't know what glassdoor was.)
- Certain managers seem completely out of touch with the processes that support their decision making, resulting in unrealistic deadlines and unnecessary administration.