Fulfilling work and great culture! - Analyst Yardzen Employee Review

5.0
Nov 17, 2020
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Pros

A big part of what makes Yardzen so special is the people that I get to work with on a daily basis. From the co-founders to our newest teammates, everyone is up for taking on new challenges and ready to help each other out at a moment’s notice. It has also been incredibly rewarding to hear anecdotes from our clients about what a new outdoor space means to them and their families. I truly feel fortunate to work here and the sense of community makes it feel like I am part of something much bigger than myself.

Cons

I honestly haven’t had any negative experiences at Yardzen. With any startup, you need to be flexible and able to handle the fast-paced nature as new challenges arise, but I see this as more of a pro!

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5.0
Apr 8, 2023
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Pros

Great place to work. It’s a startup so expect to work hard and have your role evolve as the business evolves. I work with highly talented people that I am able to learn from each day. The owners are approachable and kind. They are working hard to ensure their business succeeds.

Cons

Thins can be chaotic but these are uncertain times and everyone is working hard!

1.0
Jun 10, 2026
Anonymous employee
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Pros

They are a remote-first company and have great benefits

Cons

Work-life balance is virtually nonexistent. Employees are expected to wear multiple hats, but the expectation goes far beyond normal startup culture. Taking on additional responsibilities is treated as the baseline, and those who question the workload or push back are often made to feel like they are not committed enough. The company lacks basic structure, clear ownership, and effective processes. Despite ongoing operational issues, there is little willingness to implement feedback or make meaningful improvements. Teams are often left wondering why projects are stalled when the underlying problems have been identified repeatedly. Leadership frequently changes direction with little warning, making it difficult to execute any long-term strategy. Teams can spend days or weeks working on projects only to have priorities suddenly shift and their work discarded. This creates a cycle of wasted effort, frustration, and low morale. Decision-making often feels reactive rather than strategic. Instead of following a clear plan, priorities can change based on the moment, leaving employees constantly adjusting to the latest pivot. Hiring, promotion, and workforce decisions lack transparency and consistency. The company has, at times, lost employees who were critical to the success of the business, while retaining or elevating individuals whose contributions were less clear. This has contributed to turnover, knowledge loss, and declining confidence in leadership. Overall, the company talks about growth and innovation, but the lack of structure, process, planning, and stable leadership makes it difficult for employees and teams to succeed.

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