However, the leadership style significantly impacted morale and retention. Management was highly micromanaging, often focusing heavily on minute details in a way that felt more about optics than development. Expectations around daily output were extremely high and, at times, unrealistic.
Communication could be inconsistent and emotionally driven. There were instances of public conflict in the office, which created a tense and uncomfortable atmosphere. Favoritism was noticeable, and standards did not always feel evenly applied across the team.