LogicManager Reviews

The CEO: A One-Man Show (But Not in a Way) LogicManager boasts transparency and accountability, but the reality seems quite different. The CEO is the driving force behind everything, from spearheading special projects to micromanaging every department. Unfortunately, this enthusiasm isn't matched by bandwidth or technical expertise. Projects became a tangled mess, with frequent pivots and last-minute changes leaving everyone scrambling. When I joined a project that had already been brewing for some time under the CEO's leadership, I was repeatedly warned by colleagues about the chaotic nature of meetings with him. Apparently, long, unfocused discussions with the CEO talking over everyone were just "normal" around here. This "normal" became my reality all too soon. Imagine a meeting called to discuss exciting new ventures, only to have it devolve into a one-sided tirade about how wrong everything I was doing was. This, mind you, came with zero prior negative feedback – in fact, all previous evaluations had been positive. I. A Culture of Silence and Unfinished Business Raising concerns felt like shouting into the void. There was a palpable fear of negative feedback not being well-received by management. This fear stifled any chance of open communication and constructive criticism. The cherry on top? After these "discussions," I'd be assigned tasks that seemed to have no real purpose and ultimately received no feedback on. Messages sent to clarify or seek feedback would go unanswered. It was a frustrating cycle with no sense of accomplishment and a constant fear that I was being thrown away like yesterday's trash. II. Leaving LogicManager: A Mass Exodus I Wasn't Alone In Leaving the company felt like a weight lifted off my shoulders. Interestingly, within the next few weeks, I received messages from several former colleagues on LinkedIn, all expressing their unhappiness with LogicManager and their desire to leave and a constant feeling of being 'stuck' It seems my experience wasn't unique. III. Advice for Potential Employees: Look Beyond the Facade If you're considering LogicManager, I urge you to do your research. Look at reviews on various platforms, and if possible, connect with current or past employees to get their firsthand perspective. The talented team is a definite draw, but the work environment can be incredibly high-pressure, lacking clear direction, and devoid of any sense of psychological safety. IV. "Great Place to Work"? Let's Talk Reality. Look, that "Great Places to Work" award is great for marketing purposes. Heck, the CEO replies to every negative review here with a link to it and their Careers marketing page (and videos of current employees talking up the company—but ask yourself if you'd say no to being in a marketing video praising the company if directly asked to do it by management). But awards don't explain the shrinking headcount, or address issues with management style. We were asked repeatedly, daily, and many times throughout the couple weeks that the survey was available to complete it. Also, we each received a unique link to access the survey, and while they can say it's anonymous all day, how can we be certain it really is? Certain enough to risk our jobs over leaving an honest, but potentially bad review? In my opinion, the results are skewed. At LogicManager, fear of negative feedback silences honest opinions. The high turnover speaks for itself. Let's ditch the award-as-a-method-to-avoid-introspection and focus on what matters: building a workplace where employees feel valued, respected, and empowered to do their best work. That's the real path to greatness. V. Shrinking Headcount: A Sign of Things to Come? Prospective employees should also consider the company's headcount trend on LinkedIn. While LogicManager might talk about an IPO future, their employee base tells a different story. The numbers paint a picture of a shrinking company – not exactly the growth trajectory one would expect from a soon-to-be public entity. (For reference, here are the actual numbers...): - March 2022: 94 employees - September 2022: 78 employees - March 2023: 84 employees - September 2023: 79 employees - March 2024: 76 employees VI. Turnover Tsunami: A Revolving Door of Talent Another concerning sign is the intense turnover across multiple departments. The HR department itself seems to be in a constant state of flux. There was a period with no head of HR, followed by a revolving door of talent acquisition specialists lasting mere months each, and an interim head of HR who left after just three months. This instability trickles down to other departments as well. The head of finance left after a year, and most recently, one of the original employees, known for their dedication and commitment, decided to leave. This exodus doesn't inspire confidence in the company's leadership or long-term vision. VII. Public Meltdowns and Unprofessional Conduct The CEO's behavior adds another layer of concern. One of many public rants on the company Slack channel was sent to us about at a group of salespeople who were let go, which showcased a lack of professionalism and emotional control on his part. He claimed they legitimately conspired against the company and him. On another occasion, he'd make negative quips about an employee that was fired or who, then edit the message some time later once he realized how unprofessional it looked. These incidents erode trust amongst employees and highlight the toxic nature of the company culture that's entirely influenced by the man at the top. VIII. The Job Market Isn't Bleak: Invest in Your Well-being The job market isn't as bleak as the news might make it seem. There are countless fantastic companies out there with healthy, collaborative cultures and competent leadership. Don't settle for anything less. Your contributions deserve to be valued, and your well-being should be a top priority. If you do take a job here, just remember to keep your resume updated, a target end date in sight at all times, and don't stop interviewing. Also do your best to stay out of the line of fire—it feels like an emotional bullet. P.S. There is so much more here that could be said, but I hope my point is made.