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Toxic culture and micromanagement - Marketing Des Moines University Employee Review

1.0
24 Apr 2026
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Pros

Beautiful new building Accesss to on-site gym covered parking secure facility on-site doctors available for staff appointments Excellent 401-K match (no vesting necessary)

Cons

Micromanagement (even though they say they don't do this) Toxic work culture Secrets and silos gossiping, speaking behind other's backs Insane workload and unrealistic deliverable expectations Not supportive Churn/high-turn over

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5.0
4 Feb 2025
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Pros

Great benefits, i.e. retirement match

Cons

No major cons to note

4.0
13 May 2026
Recommend
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Pros

Collaborative, highly capable team producing high‑impact, award-winning work Strong mentorship that balances guidance, advocacy and opportunities to lead Increasing autonomy and trust over time, with room to grow and take ownership Supportive team environment with open communication and diverse perspectives Flexible work environment with strong benefits and wellness offerings Opportunity to contribute strategically and build confidence as a subject matter expert

Cons

Cross‑functional work can require time to build context and relationships, especially for newer team members Busy periods tied to major initiatives can create shifting priorities and added pressure Career pathways and advancement structures are not always clearly defined across the organization Expectations for progression (including experience, education, internal tenure) can feel unclear

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