Wise reviews

Challenges in my team stemmed from inexperienced line management: - Hearing the manager say multiple times that they “just work for the money” reduced confidence in long-term commitment and advocacy for the team. - Little distinction between weekly stand-ups and 1:1s - both were mostly project updates, with no sense check or wellbeing check. - 1:1s often spent 50% of the time on personal chit-chat or unrelated topics, as the manager believed this was the way to “build the relationship.” - During stand-ups and 1:1s, updates were sometimes redirected to the manager’s own topics (“I really want to share this”). - Autonomy often came from the manager lacking context, leaving you largely on your own. - The manager was non-technical but did not recognise or address the gap, limiting effective support and making technical discussions difficult.

Lack of Transparency in Management: I received no negative feedback during my probation period, only to be placed on a PIP two weeks after it ended. The feedback loop is non-existent; instead of real-time coaching, minor oversights are "saved up" to justify disciplinary action. Poor Feedback Quality: The PIP I received felt AI-generated, filled with corporate jargon and lacking substantive examples of performance failure. It felt like a formality rather than a genuine attempt at development. Toxic Management Culture: There is a palpable sense of micromanagement and "back-stabbing" within certain leadership circles. The environment shifted from collaborative to manipulative, with a noticeable lack of directness and honesty. Growth Hurdles: The Sales team appears to be struggling to close deals, which impacts the overall momentum of the department.