Nightmare Workplace: A Cautionary Tale of Toxicity and Burnout - Senior Product Designer GetYourGuide Employee Review

1.0
12 Jun 2024
Recommend
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Pros

Good salary but not worth your wellbeing

Cons

Avoid at All Costs! Seriously, do yourself a favor and steer clear of this place. My time there was a rollercoaster of misery, and I wouldn't wish it on my worst enemy. Disregard for Employee Wellbeing: You'd think they cared about us, but it's all smoke and mirrors. They talk a big game about valuing our health and happiness, but when it comes down to it, they're all talk and no action. The workload is crazy, and it feels like they expect us to work ourselves into the ground. I've seen so many of my colleagues pushed to their limits, to the point where they're completely burnt out. Some have even talked about feeling so overwhelmed that they've had dark thoughts. It's a wake-up call that this company seriously needs. Terrible Management: The managers here are like something out of a bad movie – incompetent and not even at the level of the individuals they manage. It's all about climbing the ladder, even if it means stepping on everyone else to get there. Their lack of competence only exacerbates the toxic environment, as they struggle to provide effective leadership or support to their teams. Credit Theft: Don't even get me started on the senior managers. They're like magpies, always swooping in to steal our ideas and pass them off as their own. It's like they've never heard of giving credit where credit's due. Frequent Evaluations Breed Toxicity: They've got this whole evaluation thing going on every six months, and let me tell you, it's a nightmare. It's like a free-for-all of people trying to outdo each other, with backstabbing left and right. And don't even get me started on how the managers play favorites. Toxic Work Environment: Bottom line, this place is toxic. It's like a pressure cooker of stress and negativity, and it's taking a serious toll on everyone's mental health. Trust me, you're better off looking elsewhere for a job. In conclusion, do yourself a favor and stay far away from this company. Seriously, you deserve better :)

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GetYourGuide Response
1y
Thank you for taking the time to provide us with your feedback. We are sincerely saddened to hear that this was your experience at GetYourGuide. Employee well-being is a core value we actively uphold through various programs designed to support a healthy work-life balance. These include flexible working arrangements, wellness initiatives from our Mental Health Advocacy Group, and our collaboration with nilo.health, our Employee Assistance Program partner, offering sessions throughout the year to support employees and managers during challenging times. Additionally, our Employee Representative Group provides a space for confidential conversations and ensures that employee concerns are addressed. We actively encourage a culture of transparency and fairness. Our evaluation process is designed to provide constructive feedback, support personal development, and reward impactful contributions. We regret if it has been perceived as fostering competition rather than collaboration. Thank you again for sharing your experience. We believe in continuous improvement, and your feedback is invaluable in helping us create a better, more supportive workplace for everyone. We wish you all the best, GetYourGuide

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