Don’t make the same mistake I did. I bought into it but you don’t have to do so.
Granted, there is something about this company that draws you in. They are very skilled at hiring great people—to a certain degree. (Some have a bully mentality that is rewarded rather than penalized.) For the most part, though, it’s easy to start drinking the kool-aid. Great, right?
Not by a long shot. They take that interest, that investment, and use it to their advantage. Going above and beyond was looked at as the standard. It was considered normal to have a consistent 50+ hour work week but still get feedback that more needs to be done.
I sacrificed my own mental health, time with my family, and my moral code to try to feed the Victorious beast. In the end, I was unceremoniously let go and any dignity that could’ve been derived from the situation was taken from me. It was an abrupt, brutal end and it reeked of callousness—not a caring culture invested in their people.
Drink the kool-aid if you must. Just realize there is a stark difference between the people you work with everyday and the leadership steering this company. Be aware of turnover. It’s a lot for a reason! Leadership is disconnected from the day to day aspects of the company they are supposed to be leading.
They do not listen to feedback. They may act like they value you but it’s a mythical feeling that can be taken away on a whim. Meeting expectations is impossible when they change without warning or discussion.
Many people have been let go over the last six months or so. No one will say layoff but come on. Call a spade a spade.
Leadership should do better. Somewhere along the way they lost their heart. I don’t recognize this company as it is a shadow of its former self. Save yourself the heartache and sacrifice. Don’t work here.
