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My early experience at Tattle was genuinely rewarding. The environment initially fostered creativity, problem-solving, and agility, especially compared to the overly rigid workplaces I had come from. It felt like a place where ideas were valued and teams could collaborate to build something meaningful. Unfortunately, the culture shifted dramatically over time. What once felt balanced and mission-driven became increasingly toxic and politically charged. One team in particular, responsible for much of the post-sale customer work, was consistently deprioritized, both in terms of staffing and recognition. While other departments were celebrated for metrics that relied heavily on behind-the-scenes execution, the actual contributors were left overextended and under-resourced. This led to an unsustainable workload and significant burnout. At one point, only two people were left to manage the majority of customer accounts after several others left with no plans for backfilling. Interdepartmental collaboration also suffered. Input during meetings was often disregarded, even in front of clients, which created confusion and mistrust externally and frustration internally. One incident that stood out involved inappropriate comments made in a public company communication channel, targeting employees in a way that was deeply unprofessional. When concerns about the incident were raised through the proper internal channels, the response was not constructive. Instead, it escalated into a hostile interaction. After a follow-up call, it was later claimed that something I had said during that conversation warranted termination. Anticipating the potential for a negative outcome due to the existing atmosphere, I had documented the conversation. That documentation ultimately protected me, as it clearly showed that I had acted appropriately. Without it, the outcome could have been very different. This situation made it clear that raising concerns came with real risk, and that retaliation, not resolution, was often the default response. It was a turning point in how I viewed the company’s culture and leadership approach. The most disappointing part is that many of these challenges were avoidable. A company that once showed so much potential has allowed internal politics and short-term thinking to overtake its original values. The team responsible for much of the customer-facing work continues to be overburdened, even as demand grows. The result is a workplace that no longer prioritizes respect, sustainability, or employee well-being. However, toward the end of my tenure, and especially after moving on to a healthier workplace, I was able to reflect more clearly on how drastically things had changed. What once felt like a promising, collaborative company unfortunately evolved into a toxic and imbalanced environment, particularly for the Customer Success (CS) team.