Overrated - Anonymous employee Spawn Ideas Employee Review

3.0
7 Jun 2017
Anonymous employee
Recommend
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Pros

Beautiful conference room, great place for an entry level employee to learn how to multi-task and operate in a fast-paced environment. Karen King is a powerful force with great vision. Sadly, the leadership team doesn't come close to her strength, knowledge, or drive, and tries to cover up with misdirection and gossip.

Cons

Top-heavy organization with territorial "executive" staff that isn't good at offering mentorship. Siloed departments without cohesive vision. Pay is low, benefits are below industry standard.

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Spawn Ideas Response
8y
First, thank you for the compliment. We are all human and don't always live up to even our own standards, but what you've said captures what I try to do every day. Second, I'm sorry that you don't feel mentored and encourage you to reach out. If you aren't getting a response from your direct supervisor, come to me, confidentially. Third, we are a growing and diversifying agency and change is both exhilarating and difficult. We need the leadership we have to help us reach our vision. If they don't always live up to expectations, they need to know, from you, what you need or nothing changes for you. We never want that. Finally, we model our pay and benefits after the 4As and rank in the top 20% of agencies our size when it comes to benefits (we check every year), and pay according to the the 4As salary survey taken every two years among 4As members. As you know, you can ask to see that survey for your job title -- we are happy to share. You are an employee owner of this agency. Please work to make it better by reaching out with your concerns in a forum where we can hope to do something about it. I hope things get better for you soon. We have a talented and committed staff. Thank you for the contribution you make to our work.

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3.0
29 Jan 2024
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Pros

Excellent benefits and work/life balance accommodations.

Cons

Considers themselves a "family" -- iykyk. Toxic clients and leadership not backing the staff. Some employees pull all the weight while others don't. Feedback about some employees not take seriously based on playing of favorites.

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Spawn Ideas Response
2y
We're sorry you feel this way. There are some incredibly smart and amazing people who work here -- and they are pulling their weight across the board. As a former employee here, I have to believe you are also incredibly smart and amazing too. I hope you're happy and well in your new role.
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