If Trump ran an agency, this would be it. Do. Not. Work. Here. - Recensione dipendente - Account Executive presso Peppercomm

1,0
6 mar 2020
Consiglia
Gradimento del CEO
Pronostico commerciale

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I cannot express to you how hard my fellow coworkers (particularly junior staff) worked. Leadership would continually talk about teamwork, but junior staff seemed to be the only crew that took this to heart. I learned so much from watching the passion and resilience my coworkers had in the face of such unbelievably unprofessional behavior from leadership. I feel like this job, more than anything I've done in my life, prepared me for the rest of my career - only because I learned what kind of people I NEVER want to work for. There are hidden gems at Peppercomm, but it's extremely sad that you have to go actively hunting for them. It's probably even sadder that leadership has no clue who those hidden gems are.

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What can I say that hasn't already been said? If you want to work for people who have even the slightest amount of empathy in them, then please look elsewhere because you absolutely won't find any of that here. You won't find a warm culture at Peppercomm. You won't find innovation there. You'll definitely find some of that slimy grime that PR used to have back in the 80's and 90's. Sure, it's place to get a decent paycheck, but only if you're willing to sacrifice your dignity and sanity. This is not an exaggeration: staff created a "crying closet" in a supply closet by the elevators. It was used weekly. I consider myself a smart cookie and someone who really wants to do a good job, but I just couldn't deal with the insanely unrealistic demands and constantly changing whims of account leaders. Expectations were hardly ever made clear, and then when things blew up on accounts it was never the leader's fault. Leadership doesn't have a backbone and didn't ever support their staff when dealing with clients. I wasn't trusted to use my brain because everything had to be done "the Peppercomm way," a.k.a "just do it this way because it's the way we've always done it." There were LOTS of issues at the lower level and there's no one at Peppercomm to actually advocate for you. I'll give you a fantastic example of what you'll deal with at this "agency." At one point I was on 11 accounts - yes you read that right. What was the response when I flagged this issue in my workload? "Peppercomm is a family and we all just need to dig deep and come together as a team." Which is funny coming from a leadership team that left by 5pm or earlier, leaving people like me in the office until 8 or 9pm every night. I'd never complain about working long hours for a leader who would be willing to do the same. But that's not what you're going to sign up for if you work here. Again - zero empathy. Please for the love of all things that are holy - ignore all the recent fake Glassdoor reviews because it's clearly the leadership team doing some ridiculous damage control. Trust your gut and trust the dozens of other reviews on here that have been saying exactly what you just read from me. Do yourself a favor and avoid this place because working here would be just as pointless and idiotic as trying to nail Jello to a tree. Basically, run for the hills - this place is an absolute dumpster fire.

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Risposta di Peppercomm
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While we always appreciate feedback from past and current employees, I felt compelled to reach out on this post. First, I am sorry this is your interpretation of Peppercomm and was your experience. As the person often first to, and last out, of the office, I see a very different environment and engagement with all levels. There is nothing I would not jump in on or ask a team member to do that I would not. My door has always been open and always will be. Second, as Chief Client Officer, I know how many accounts we have people on each and every day. And while some work may be demanding, there will never be someone here with 11 account on their plate. Ever. I do agree with your point that Peppercomm is a family. And sometimes - well family doesn’t always get along. With that said, I wish you luck wherever you are today. And while I realize I fall into the “leadership” you refer to, I would – as always - encourage current staff and even future candidates, to reach out to me direct to talk through any of this.

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5,0
16 mar 2025
Dipendente anonimo
Consiglia
Gradimento del CEO
Pronostico commerciale

Vantaggi

Lots of opportunity to grow your career if you work hard, ask good questions and show initiative.

Svantaggi

Leadership does suffer from shiny new object syndrome sometimes.

4,0
24 set 2025
Dipendente anonimo
Consiglia
Gradimento del CEO
Pronostico commerciale

Vantaggi

Great growth opportunities if you work hard and are vocal. Leadership respects opinions from employees of all levels and encourages active participation communicating with clients and during brainstorms.

Svantaggi

Definitely some favoritism going on - if you’re not vocal about wins or on very visible accounts, opportunities won’t be presented as frequently

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