Toxic Culture, No Work Life Balance - Interior Designer Mr Shopper Studio Employee Review

•Most of the ex team members were great to work with. •The office is generally quiet, which can be a plus if you prefer minimal distractions.

•Lack of respect for staff input: Despite scheduling long meetings specifically to gather feedback, the management never actually listens to their staff. They ask for input but don’t act on it, leaving employees feeling unheard and frustrated. •Delayed payments: Commission payments to staff and suppliers are constantly delayed. It’s very unprofessional, and the company’s failure to meet financial commitments only adds to the stress. •No support when needed: Whenever issues arise, there’s no real support from management. Problems are brushed off as “small issues,” leaving employees to handle everything on their own. It’s draining and demoralizing. •No pay raises/Confusing commission structure: There’s no clear path for advancement or salary growth. The commission structure is overly complicated with a lot of grey areas, making it impossible to understand how much you’ll actually be earning. •Unpaid commissions: As a former employee, I’m still waiting for commissions that were never paid. This is unacceptable and reflects the company’s disregard for its employees. •Toxic work culture: The company expects you to work like a slave, constantly pushing you to go above and beyond for their benefit, while your mental health and well-being take a back seat. The pressure and lack of support contribute to a toxic environment that ultimately leads to burnout.

Honestly? None. Used to be good when previous founder was there to balance things out with humanity and understanding.

This company was the most toxic workplace I’ve ever experienced. Sexist attitudes were constant, creating an environment that felt demeaning and uncomfortable. Opinions, ideas, and professional input meant nothing. In my experience, the bosses always believed they knew best, treated others like they were stupid, and dismissed any constructive feedback. Work–life balance didn’t exist. Designers were expected to be in-office Monday–Friday during full hours AND still meet clients on weekends, with no time off in lieu and no flexibility at all. Commission handling felt inconsistent and unclear - deductions (in my experience) seemed arbitrary and influenced by how much you stayed in the boss’s good favor. Most critically, the entire place revolved around the bosses’ obsession with enrichment classes, which operated like a cult. If you didn’t participate, you were made to feel excluded and judged - it created a pressured, uncomfortable atmosphere that had nothing to do with work. If you value your time, creativity, boundaries, or mental health, please choose another company. I truly wish someone had warned me sooner.