Designit reviews

2.6

26% would recommend to a friend

(258 total reviews)
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Keri Dawson

51% approve of CEO

19% positive business outlook

Designit has an employee rating of 2.6 out of 5 stars, based on 258 company reviews on Glassdoor which indicates that most employees have an average working experience there. The Designit employee rating is 30% below average for employers within the Management & Beratung industry (3.7 stars).

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258 reviews
1.0
Aug 19, 2024
Recommend
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Pros

It doesn't matter what the Pros are when employees are used as collateral to pad and support the employment of incompetent senior staff. This company WAS incredible. But, new executive leads have led to four batches of layoffs in under 2 years and no signs of gaining the necessary clientele to hold things together. -Incredible levels of internal talent! Ive never been so intimidated -Wonderful ideas of inclusion and culture -Schedule and accommodations were more than fair

Cons

-Zero internal support. It is widely known that the clients interpretation of your work holds 5 times as much weight as internal reviews. -Those responsible for obtaining new clientele are unable to fulfill their responsibilities -Ground-level employees that do incredible work never get the recognition they deserve if they don't know how to play the internal self-promotional games -Frequency of layoffs was staggering, with 4 large groups of employees being let go at random times throughout the year within a 20 month span -There are no raises, and the games you need to play to gain a promotion are unbalanced and undefined -Company-wide meetings have digressed to a depressing series of moments where failures are danced around with well-intended promises that are bookended with bad news -The company is a few well-placed staffing changes away from being incredible. The ideas are there, they just need executives that are capable of actually pulling it off.

2.0
May 18, 2020

Have an exit strategy

Recommend
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Pros

Rational is a fine place to work for a while if you need it. All of the lower-level employees are smart, talented, fun people to be around.

Cons

Upper management will use and abuse you until you're a burned out husk of what you once were.

1.0
Jul 11, 2023
Recommend
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Pros

Learning Opportunities: Blimey, copin' with a toxic environment is like takin' a crash course in resilience and conflict resolution! It's like fightin' off dragons with a teacup and comin' out stronger on the other side. Motivation for Change: Ah, the silver linin' in this dreadful storm cloud! Endurin' negative experiences is the kick in the trousers we need to grow personally and professionally. It's like bein' slapped by a wet fish that says, "Time to step up, my friend!" Building a Network: In this sea of misery, there's a chance to connect with like-minded souls who dream of escapin' to better opportunities. It's like findin' a secret club of adventurers plottin' their escape from this treacherous work dungeon. Appreciation for Better Environments: By Jove, more than ever, I appreciate the importance of positive work culture, respectful leadership, and healthy workplace dynamics! It's like discoverin' a hidden treasure chest filled with rainbows, unicorns, and endless supplies of proper tea. Oh, how I yearn for such a paradise!

Cons

Blimey, working in this wretched toxic mess 'as taken a proper toll on me. Let me regale you with a jolly list of the effects I've suffered: Emotional and Mental Strain: The constant gaslighting and manipulation 'ave turned me into a doubting Thomas, questioning me own abilities and worth. I feel like a right proper 'ot mess, I tell ya. Feelings of Isolation: In this absolute madhouse of a workplace, it's like tryin' to make friends at a tea party with a bunch of stuck-up aristocrats. The toxic culture breeds competition and distrust, making it near impossible to forge genuine connections or find comrades in this corporate battlefield. Suppressed Creativity: Welcome to the creativity graveyard, where efficiency is king and innovative ideas bite the dust. The fear of retribution or gettin' the boot squashes any motivation to think outside the box. It's like being trapped in a straitjacket while tryin' to paint a masterpiece. Lack of Trust in Leadership: 'Ere we 'ave a fine example of leaders dodgin' accountability like a sly fox dodgin' the hounds. Watchin' these so-called leaders ignore or brush off instances of racism and toxicity leaves me feelin' like I'm in an alternate universe where common sense and decency are lost arts. Erosion of Work-Life Balance: Balance, you say? That's as rare as findin' a well-behaved pigeon in Trafalgar Square. In this place, profits rule the roost, while the well-being of us poor souls is tossed aside like yesterday's fish and chips. Burnout is the latest trend, my friend, like a spot of rain in London—ever-present and utterly dreary. Emotional Trauma from Firings: Step right up, ladies and gents, and witness the heartless firing extravaganza! It's like watchin' a tragic Shakespearean play, with colleagues gettin' the axe in the most brutal and unfeelin' ways. Farewell handshakes replaced by swift kicks in the pants, leavin' us all feelin' like pawns in a game of chess played by heartless villains. Loss of Passion and Purpose: Oh, crikey! The company's values are about as real as the Loch Ness Monster, mate. It's all about cashin' cheques and grabbin' bonuses, while any sense of purpose or fulfilment is tossed aside like yesterday's crumpets. It's like bein' trapped in a Monty Python skit gone horribly wrong. Now, let's put an end to this cheeky charade, shall we? It's high time to bid adieu to this dreadful workplace and set sail for greener pastures where the tea is proper and the leaders actually know their onions.

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Designit Response
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We appreciate your willingness to provide feedback. What you have experienced does not align with Designit's values, and I am sorry to learn of the negative outcomes you describe here. I recently joined London as Head of Studio, and it is extremely important to me to address the concerns you have raised. We have several forums in place to express your concerns, including one to ones, leadership firesides with Q&As, Town Halls, engagement surveys, and processes like Spot and whistleblowing. I encourage you to leverage these resources at your discretion. I would also appreciate the chance to address your concerns one to one as you are comfortable – please reach out to me directly so that we can start a conversation. Helen Wood Head of UK & Ireland
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