Toxic Politics Abound - Anonymous employee Emerson Employee Review

1.0
Jan 2, 2025
Anonymous employee
Recommend
CEO approval
Business Outlook

Pros

The opportunities are numerous and generally the staff and the people are fun loving and dedicated.

Cons

The leadership team is super toxic. Political factions, it's a very command and control type of leadership. They have shiny initiatives with big words plastered across them, but if you go beyond the new hires which are numerous enough to drown the real insight from their surveys, it's not pushing the culture that it aspires to have.

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Emerson Response
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Thank you for your honest feedback. We recognize the importance of aligning our culture with the values we aspire to uphold. Your input on leadership dynamics and innovation is invaluable, and we’re committed to listening, learning, and fostering a more collaborative environment. Humility, openness, and embracing diverse ideas are essential, and we will continue working to close the gap between intention and experience. Your advice serves as a vital reminder of areas to improve, and we appreciate your perspective as we strive to build a stronger, more inclusive workplace.

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