Pros
1. Direct Involvement: Being part of a small company allows for direct involvement in various tasks and the opportunity to propose improvements. 2. Opportunity for Favour: If you're in good standing with the bosses, your experience may be better, although this can be subject to change based on the bosses' mood. 3. Encouragement of Automation: The company promotes spending on automation, showing a progressive attitude towards efficiency and modernisation. 4. Emphasis on 'Family' Atmosphere: Advocacy for a familial atmosphere can be seen positively & literally too, depending on individual preferences.
Cons
1. Termination Without Justification: - Lack of clear reasoning or performance improvement plans preceding termination. Example, there was no PIP in placed prior to termination, nor a 1-1 conversation, - Absence of direct communication from management post-termination, causing uncertainty and questioning professionalism. 2. Remuneration Concerns: - Doubts raised about compliance with legal requirements, especially regarding fair compensation for foreign workers like S Pass holders. - Questions around Minimum Salary requirements for S Pass Holders. - Discrepancies between offered packages and regulatory standards, including inadequate overtime compensation. - Salary deduction is a common practise here. To check contract offered very clearly. 3. Invasive CCTV Monitoring: - Misalignment between stated security purposes and observed use for tracking employee activities. - Erosion of privacy and trust due to extensive surveillance measures. 4. Office Gossip and Negative Talk: - Toxic atmosphere fueled by widespread gossip and negative conversations. - Instances of scapegoating and public shaming contribute to fear and distrust among employees. 5. Toxic Office Dynamics: - Reports of trash-talking by staff members and management during the notice period indicate unprofessional conduct. Experienced it first hand when being told by other staff of staff members/management trash-talking. - Deliberate attempts to undermine employee competence through manipulative tactics exacerbate the toxic culture. An example, getting someone else to do your work so to deemed you as incompetent in the eyes of others. 6. High Turnover Rate: The notably high turnover negatively impacts work culture and stability. Find out how many staff have left within the past 3 months. 7. Excessive Meetings: Unnecessary meetings, often requiring passive participation and leading to late hours, hinder productivity. 8. Leadership Style: Passive-aggressive behaviour and avoidance of confrontation contribute to a negative work environment. 9. Unrealistic Expectations: Ambitious goals often lack feasibility, leading to frustration and demotivation among employees. 10. Rigid Work Hours and Monitoring: - Strict enforcement of fixed work hours and extensive monitoring systems limit flexibility and work-life balance. - Fixed hour of 9am - 645pm , and if you are late, salary will/can be deducted. - You will be required face scan in and face scan out : Arrived at work, out for lunch, back from lunch, leave for home 11. Retail Deployment During Holidays: - Mandated work in retail outlets during busy periods disrupts work-life balance and morale among corporate staff. - You will be required (close to full shift), even on your weekends. 12. Attempt to Manipulate Reviews: - Suspected efforts to manipulate reviews undermine the credibility of feedback and perpetuate a false image of the company. - Will get internal/current employees to write positive reviews to compensate the low scores.