Toxic environment masquerading as positive empowering place to work. - Anonymous employee Awe Inspired Employee Review

2.0
29 Apr 2023
Anonymous employee
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Pros

Flexibility on vacation time, most of the staff is awesome and location.

Cons

When you first start Awe after 3-5 interviews, you are loved bombed by Max the co-owner acts as if you are the missing piece to the puzzle of awe. You are his shiny new toy and so excited show you off and listen to to you. This is TEMPORARY! Be aware you’ll be stuck in hours long meetings where no resolution will be offer, don’t you dare voice your opinion/concerns especially if it doesn’t align with management/max. You will know when you fall out favor when the founder, cfo and coo starts ignoring you and treating you like you’ve committed some crime. If you try to bring this up your days will be numbered. Awe Inspired has started off as good company with a real mission behind it but due to the co-founder deep desire to be cool, relevant and like mejuri/missoma the brand is losing all its awe and leaves little to inspire towards. The sad part you’ll work with some amazing people who are incredibly talented and are having to push their opinions aside, to please a temperamental spoiled man, who thinks he’s above any type criticism.

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"Listen to the people you hired to their job!" "allow the people they hired to do their job." Why are you writing this same sentiment across multiple reviews? I would have listened to you if you performed, but you didn't. I believed in you and championed you, but your performance was disappointing and I have a responsibility to the rest of the business to right the ship. Please do not post on our Glassdoor again with another fake profile; let's please let this be water under the bridge.

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5.0
20 Jan 2025
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Pros

Awe Inspired fosters a truly collaborative and empowering culture where creativity and open dialogue are encouraged. Max is a visionary leader who values expertise and strategic thinking, making him a great partner in building the business. His brilliance in marketing, combined with his passion for the product, customer, and team, creates an environment where innovation thrives. The company has experienced tremendous growth in a short period, providing exciting opportunities for impact. The team is highly talented, and the leadership is both supportive and challenging in a way that drives excellence while staying aligned with key brand initiatives.

Cons

I’ve had an incredibly positive experience, and there are very few drawbacks to mention. If anything, the rapid growth naturally creates a fast-paced environment with evolving priorities. While this brings exciting challenges and opportunities, it may not be ideal for those who prefer a more structured or predictable pace. However, for those who thrive in a dynamic, innovative setting, it’s an energizing and highly rewarding place to be!

4.0
13 Jan 2025
Anonymous employee
Recommend
CEO approval
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Pros

- Give-back component integral to the company and going towards causes that I personally care about. - Genuinely good quality jewelry that's better than the standard within the demi-fine jewelry space. - Worked with hardworking, capable and talented individuals. - I felt my voice was heard and that mentioned concerns were attended to with urgency that surprised me given the size of the company. - Higher pay compared to similarly sized LA-based jewelry brands. - Work from home and work in office.

Cons

Because of the size of the company, it is a dynamic environment that requires one to be flexible and, when necessary, where a few hats. It can make things more stressful however this comes with the territory of working with and for small companies. Onboarding felt a little overwhelming.

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