Great Company for Many Years, but Recent Leadership/HR Changes Hurt Culture - Team Leader Danfoss Employee Review

1.0
May 11, 2026
Recommend
CEO approval
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Pros

1. Opportunity for advancement 2. Co-workers were amazing and like family 3. Usually, a lot of overtime so you can make plenty of money

Cons

Over the past year, significant leadership changes created a shift in culture and priorities that no longer aligned with the values the company once upheld. Despite years of dedication, overtime, and strong performance, it became clear that advancement and treatment were increasingly influenced by favoritism rather than merit. Policies that were previously consistent and ethical began to be applied inconsistently, and many employee‑focused programs—such as newsletters, mental‑health check‑ins, training initiatives, and engagement activities—were discontinued. The company once invested heavily in quality training and employee success, but those efforts were reduced after key leaders who championed them left. For nearly nine years it was an excellent place to work, but the final year brought changes that made it difficult to continue growing in a positive and supportive environment.

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Cons

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Pros

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Cons

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