Pros
- Appears to be “flat” and “open” in structure, which in reality only allows internal factions to grow freely. - You’ll learn one useful skill here: how to survive in a chaotic organization.
Cons
1. The so-called flat hierarchy actually breeds internal cliques and power struggles. Each group fights for its own interest, slowing down business progress to a crawl. 2. Forget about the company values in the employee handbook — “performance matters most” is just lip service. When layoffs come, what really matters is who flatters the boss more, or who belongs to his inner circle. 3. Leadership is absent, employees lack motivation, and the company culture is stagnant. There are almost no 1-on-1s or all-hands meetings; major decisions are made behind closed doors. 4. The Singapore team has no career growth path whatsoever. The company shows no interest in employees’ development — the model is simple: squeeze people dry, then replace them with new ones. 5. The Singapore office is being gradually weakened and replaced by the Shanghai team. The team lacks diversity, morale is low, and many people are just waiting for the next round of layoffs. This company excels at looking good from the outside but hides deep internal decay. Power matters more than merit, and the culture rewards survival over excellence.
