Toxic Mess - Account Executive Highwater Employee Review

1.0
Aug 20, 2021
Recommend
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Pros

Some really talented people work there

Cons

The upper management at Highwater is toxic, loves to gaslight, and has no sense of direction. Highwater touts itself as a marketing company, but it’s far from that. I was constantly told that “results are all that matter” yet the strategies we executed had little to no impact for our clients. No matter what I said or suggested, I was always wrong, even when I did what I was told to do. Constantly my direct manager threw me under the bus, placed the blame on me, and never did what a manager is supposed to do—MANAGE. I left because I had no faith in Highwater, and no future.

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5.0
Jan 27, 2026
Anonymous employee
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Pros

The environment is definitely challenging, but in the best way. You learn a lot quickly and are constantly pushed to improve and develop new skills. This is a place where hard work and effort actually matter, and people who are motivated and eager to learn tend to do well. It’s not a role where you can do the bare minimum and coast. Expectations are high, accountability is real, and performance is noticed. The culture naturally attracts and develops high-performing people, which makes it a strong environment for growth if you’re willing to put in the work.

Cons

Put in the time and veg the outcomes

1.0
Feb 17, 2026
Anonymous employee
Recommend
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Pros

If you just desperately need a job/paycheck, then this company is a pro because you can get a paycheck.

Cons

Don’t expect to work here long because you will either quit since the CEO is a narcicist and will tell you your work is horrible and your mental health will decline, or he will fire you because he believes your work is terrible. While I was there for a little over a year I saw over 50% of the employees rotate out of that company - this is a huge red flag! This is a sign of a management problem and people being extremely unhappy with their job! But the ceo will never admit he does anything wrong, so be prepared to hate your life while working for him. If you decide to work here, don’t take anything personal that he says to you. Company culture is toxic and horrible since everyone is scared and stressed out all the time.

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