Charles River Apparel Reviews

Pros

fun and funner to work at

Cons

Very cool place sunny and stuff

Pros

Good Quality Products, Good Business Model

Cons

A Micro-managed environment beyond your wildest imagination, high turnover, lack of respect for employees coming from the top. Little room for career growth

Pros

Many who work at Charles River truly put in their best work despite the challenges this workplace created. I had the opportunity to meet some wonderful individuals who I would consider friends. While there are a handful of people who have let the negativity become a part of their lives, there are many others who fight it each day and focus on positivity.

Cons

Overall, I found Charles River to be a difficult work environment. I was disappointed by the actions of the owner and those who were closest to him. This company does not have a clear cut strategy or plan, and this shows itself in a variety of actions. Goals, projects, and direction changed daily (sometimes hourly). Every project was a fire that "needed to be put out yesterday." In the time that I worked here, I saw individuals berated on a weekly, if not daily, basis. These actions led to a work environment of finger pointing, accusations, and a general feeling of helplessness. In my time spent here, I saw an impressive number of people simply walk out after reaching their breaking point. Additionally, I witnessed the owner treating the women in this office in a harsher manner than than the men. Women were often spoken over, thrown under the bus in meetings, and generally treated with a lack of respect. I was very disappointed with my experience here and I am extremely happy to have moved on.

Pros

Opportunity for growth, the company gives back to the community, good quality apparel.

Cons

Office gossip and rumors at times caused unnecessary drama

Pros

The products are good and some really great people work here. Having Nice colleagues make work life better and more pleasant.

Cons

Misogyny is normal occurrence. Cultural programs "rolled out" without buy-in have a proven fail record. Bullying employees into "volunteering"'on personal time as a common practice. A complete lack of diversity in the workforce. Major disparity in pay scale male vs. female. Complete disregard for state and federal employment guidelines and laws.

Pros

Ha! There aren't really any. I guess if I had to say anything, most people are nice for the most part.

Cons

There are too many to list. All I can say is IF the people who's name is on the bank account like you, you will be fine. If you go in as a seasoned professional in your career, fully expect to be treated like a moron.

Pros

The product is good but stifled bc innovation is discouraged. The holiday party is fun. Sometimes there are bagels on Fridays but it's quickly forgotten when you take your last bite and you are then BS k under thumb of CEO

Cons

Management micromanaged you so much that you cannot possibly advance or reach goals. Company is stagnant and because of s lack of vision and trust in employees it will never grow. People are yelled at, put down and the smart ones leave.