A Great Concept Undermined by Internal Issues
Gut am Arbeitgeber finde ich
I admire the company’s vision and how much effort goes into staying true to it.
Schlecht am Arbeitgeber finde ich
While transparency is encouraged, it doesn’t feel genuinely valued or acted upon in practice.
Verbesserungsvorschläge
You hire smart people for challenging roles. If they raise concerns, take them seriously. Avoid always needing to have the final say. Empower your employees by listening and acting on their feedback.
Arbeitsatmosphäre
The company’s vision fosters a strong sense of team spirit, which can create a positive and collaborative atmosphere when things run smoothly. However, the overall work environment is often impacted by high stress levels and heavy workloads, leaving little room for employees to fully enjoy the culture. While communication within teams is honest and transparent, the lack of effective communication between management and employees creates tension and hinders trust. Constructive criticism is not always welcomed, which makes it difficult to address underlying challenges.
Image
The company’s image seems to have been better in the past.
Work-Life-Balance
The "no hierarchy" approach negatively impacts work-life balance. There's no clear structure to delegate responsibilities, so when someone is sick or on vacation, there’s no backup. This creates significant pressure on individuals. Be prepared for messages and calls even during sick leave or time off.
Karriere/Weiterbildung
Due to the flat hierarchy, there are no clear career progression opportunities.
Gehalt/Benefits
Requests for salary increases are generally not well received, which can be discouraging.
Umwelt-/Sozialbewusstsein
The company is mindful of food waste and recycling, which is commendable. Vegan catering is often provided at events, which reflects their values.
Kollegenzusammenhalt
The people I worked with were amazing—highly intelligent, friendly, and incredibly supportive.
Umgang mit älteren Kollegen
There were no older colleagues during my time at the company.
Vorgesetztenverhalten
While I never had personal issues with management, working with them could be challenging at times. Many team members seemed to have unresolved personal conflicts with management, which affected the overall atmosphere.
Arbeitsbedingungen
The remote work option is one of the highlights of the company.
Kommunikation
Communication within teams is excellent—open, honest, and collaborative. However, communication between teams and management is lacking. Feedback and constructive criticism are often taken personally, which makes it difficult to address issues or improve processes effectively.
Gleichberechtigung
Favoritism is evident within the company, and it’s no secret.
Interessante Aufgaben
The tasks were engaging and stimulating, but the workload was overwhelming.
Arbeitgeber-Kommentar
Thank you for your open and detailed feedback – and for acknowledging our vision and the amazing people you worked with. Both are at the heart of who we are.
At the same time, we take your feedback seriously. Our goal is to build a company where transparent communication and constructive feedback are not just encouraged but lived. That’s why we’ve introduced various formats like 360° feedback, monthly NPS surveys, Radical Candor lunches, and feedback workshops. Still, we know culture is not static – and we keep working on it.
We also understand that a fast-paced, high-responsibility environment isn’t the right fit for everyone. We strive to create a space for top talents who thrive in this setting – while ensuring balance through overtime compensation, People & Culture support, and workload check-ins.
In terms of development and compensation, we’ve introduced clear role paths, involving both Circle and Skill Leads in salary reviews. Increases are based on growth and performance – not tenure alone – to ensure fairness and ambition go hand in hand.
Thanks again for your honest input – we wish you all the best for your next steps.