Good, bad and ugly as hell - Strategy space150 Employee Review

Respect as individuals, appreciation for good ideas, flexible, smart, cutting edge

Hustling (but that’s everywhere), forced fun for those that don’t want it

Some teams include genuinely talented people, and certain client projects can be interesting to work on. A few colleagues try hard to create a positive atmosphere despite broader challenges.

The organization struggles with clarity and consistency. Expectations are often vague, and feedback tends to be sporadic or contradictory. Standards can shift depending on who is reviewing the work, creating an environment where it’s difficult to understand what “success” actually looks like. Decision-making follows a command and control management pattern, but without communication to make expectations clear. At the same time, employees are "encouraged" to take initiative, but independent decisions are frequently overturned without clear reasoning. This makes things incredibly unpredictable and hard to build confidence or momentum in any role. There is also a noticeable pattern of rapid turnover — many employees rotate out within a short timeframe. This churn leads to instability, knowledge gaps, and a culture that feels more transactional than supportive. The workplace atmosphere can lean competitive and ego-driven rather than collaborative.