Like most companies a good product can't save a company with a bad CEO - Anonymous employee AppZen Employee Review

1.0
Dec 20, 2022
Anonymous employee
Recommend
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Pros

Good product, high potential, nice people in most departments.

Cons

Overall the CEO is the biggest negative. Most of the negative reviews on Glassdoor seem to disappear quickly so do not be fooled by the approval rating listed here. He and the male executive team are the crux of the problems at the company. Plans, directions, focus all change on a daily if not hourly basis. CEO is the expert at everything so he knows better than anyone he hires in EVERY department - just depends on if your department is in his crosshairs at the time. Frat boy mentality, drinking and partying is a focus and shunned if you don't participate. Recent layoffs but then there is a budget to do a retreat for excessive drinking and embarrassment. Abusive language in many meetings and oh the meetings... be sure to block out at least 99% of your day for meetings and then be yelled at in the next meeting about why you aren't getting things done. There is very little work-life balance even if you try.

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5.0
May 15, 2026
Recommend
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Pros

Great products and visionary leadership. Always at the leading edge of technology and innovation. The best part is the culture and great people to uphold the values.

Cons

Nothing I can think of. The situation is very similar to the other startup where efficiency matters most and high throughput is expected. So everyone is expected to deliver aggressive timelines with the usage of AI tools.

5.0
Feb 19, 2026
Recommend
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Pros

I’ve been in People Operations here for over four years as an individual contributor, and overall, it’s been a very rewarding experience. The biggest pro is the opportunity for growth. I’ve consistently felt challenged in my role and have been given new projects and opportunities that have pushed me outside my comfort zone in a good way. If you’re someone who wants to learn quickly and take on meaningful work, there’s plenty of room to do that here. I’ve also been able to see the impact of my work pretty immediately, which is incredibly motivating. The people are another major highlight. The team is collaborative, supportive, and always willing to jump in to help. There’s a strong sense of partnership across teams, and that makes even the busiest times manageable.

Cons

It’s definitely a fast-paced environment, and you have to be quick on your feet. Priorities can shift, and you need to be comfortable operating with some ambiguity. That won’t be for everyone. But if you thrive in an agile, high-energy environment and enjoy being challenged, this is a great place to grow and build your career.

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