Pros
There are genuinely talented and committed employees who care deeply about doing good work and supporting one another. Their passion and efforts help keep things moving in a challenging environment.
Cons
The culture is highly top-down and can feel toxic. A small group of senior leaders hold most of the decision-making power, often leaving others out of key conversations and limiting autonomy. Leadership practices at the highest level sometimes rely on public criticism as a motivational tactic, which can feel demoralizing and isolating. Communication is often poor, and interactions with leadership can feel cold or dismissive. There were times I was asked to manage information in ways that felt ethically uncomfortable. I also observed public criticism of employees that crossed the line into personal and unprofessional behavior.