HubSpot reviews

I worked at HubSpot pre-Covid. The energy and support I felt from other HubSpotters way back when was amazing. It got the company through the hard early days of lockdown - then the surge in business that came right after. We supported each other through the good and the bad. HEART wasn't just a culture slogan but how most HubSpotters approached each other and their customers. But then something changed. "High performance culture" came in. Another way of saying we'll get rid of anyone for any reason we want. No more trying to lift up your fellow HubSpotter and supporting each other through challenges and tough times. Micromanagement took over and the vibe turned to Survivor. So many long time employees and leaders have left the company recently. It's become like any other big software company.

I was so excited to work here based on their culture deck, but I've yet to see any of the stated values lived out. You are only a number here. My worth as an employee and development opportunities are irrelevant. All that matters is the metrics. My manager has no idea what my goals are, where I'd like to develop...nothing. Nor have they (or anyone else) invested in me as a person. There is almost toxic support given to management. If you are struggling, you are told to figure out a way to make it work or move on from the company. I feel completely disconnected from this company. Many of us feel like outsiders here. If your manager isn't someone who actively cares about your journey, you won't have any opportunities to connect and grow otherwise. The most disheartening part is how cliquey VPs are. It's a cool kids club. If you're in, poor results will be dismissed. I've watched people who mismanaged products and have done a terrible job leading people (almost the whole team quit because of leadership) get promoted and praised because they're "in". I've never heard an encouraging word (or any acknowledgment really) from upper management. It's been a sad, demoralizing experience. I can't wait to get out.