headless chaos, micromanagement and abuse of power. - Anonymous employee KodyPay Employee Review

1.0
26 June 2025
Anonymous employee
Recommend
CEO approval
Business outlook

Pros

Nice and friendly colleagues who are always helpful.

Cons

The CEO is incompetent, and the middle management is basically spineless. Priorities often change on a whim, and work is wasted. The consequences of these actions are invariably blamed on employees who are often hired and fired in quick succession. 5 days in the office if you're in London, in a loud and crowded space where everyone is on calls with their remote colleagues all day.

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KodyPay Response
11mo
Hello, thank you for taking the time to share your experience. We're genuinely sorry to hear that your time at Kody left you feeling this way. We understand that the intensity of a high-growth startup isn’t for everyone. Our team works (as I am sure you know) in a very dynamic environment where priorities sometimes shift quickly, that’s the nature of building complex products at speed. However, we also know this can feel frustrating and we’re working hard to improve planning, communication and consistency across teams. In terms of leadership, while we don’t respond to personal comments, we’re confident in the direction we’re heading and proud of the progress the team has made. We take feedback seriously and are always looking for ways to grow and get better, including how we lead, support and empower people. We're grateful for your contributions over the years and wish you the best in whatever’s next.

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