DailyOM reviews

The most selfish, insecure, hypocritical owners imaginable. They want people who aren't "clock watchers" yet, they watch your every move and are extremely inflexible no matter how much money you make them or hours you work. They make you feel bad about everything. Don't assume that the "good" we are doing for the world would manifest its way into the culture. We are treated like children. No diversity. 99% women so the CEO can feel powerful with his intimidation tactics. He also likes to make creepy comments to his favorites about their looks and outfits. No ability to work remotely even in poor weather or if you have a doctor's appointment. One person (a man) was allowed to move and work remotely, but it was a secret. Also, expect to be shamed if you aren't dressed to impress every day. The editor in cheif expects women to dress like she did when she worked in corporate decades ago. "Marketing" means paid social advertising. Nothing more. Don't expect to learn anything here, unless it's how to cope under duress. No HR. Nobody to stick up for you. Anyone who has spoke up against the founders was fired. It's a paid hostage situation every day between 8:30am - 5:30pm.

Small business culture is apparent. Almost every little decision runs through the CEO. Company uses several homegrown systems that are outdated and make reporting difficult. Development resources are limited, so requests for enhancements to homegrown systems or existing products must be carefully prioritized. Employee career development is not a priority here. You will be underpaid (if you do not speak up during salary negotiation), your title will be below market standards for your responsibilities, you will not have regular performance reviews or promotion opportunities, and you will not experience any flexibility with your schedule here. Taking breaks other than your designated lunch hour or 10-minute state-mandated break is frowned upon. Getting approval for any UNPAID time off beyond the allowed 10 days paid is very difficult. You will have to listen to background music all day that you do not choose (most of it is neutral but occasionally annoying and distracting). Expect to be micro-managed (most likely by the CEO directly) with little ownership over decisions related to your job. There is currently no formal HR oversight. You are also not permitted to request professional recommendations from others when you leave (only salary and job title can be disclosed by HR).