Pros
Some smart folks (who eventually quit or get “performance managed” out). You'll gain resilience—because you'll need it every day.
Cons
Glassdoor-obsessed leadership. They bring up ratings in meetings, pressure employees to post 5-star reviews, and even monitor negative ones like it’s a threat to national security. Instead of fixing the culture, they try to fix the optics. Toxic politics + fear culture. Promotions and visibility depend on who you align with, not how you perform. Genuine feedback is either ignored or punished. Layoffs are sugar-coated as "performance issues." It’s not about performance—it’s about headcount manipulation before quarterly reporting. No psychological safety. You’re always on edge—never sure if you’re next, especially when “business needs” change overnight. Cash flow rumors are real. Random org shakeups, budget freezes, delayed projects... the writing's on the wall. Five-star reviews? Many are requested, not volunteered. That alone should make you pause