Pros
One of the few positives was the people, most colleagues were friendly, and passionate about the company’s mission. There was a strong sense of drive across the company, despite the broader challenges.
Cons
One of the biggest downsides of working at Fuse was the complete lack of training or structured support. New graduates and hires are thrown in the deep end with very little guidance, which made it difficult to feel confident or learn effectively. The so-called “fast-paced environment” is really just code for being expected to work unpaid overtime on a low salary, with little to no recognition, respect, or opportunity for progression. It often felt like you were being squeezed for output without being properly supported or valued in return. It felt performative, like visibility mattered more than actual output, and it reinforced a culture where overworking was normalised, regardless of whether it added value. There were no real development opportunities or progression pathways, and feedback was either vague or overly critical. The culture of the team felt tense and unsupportive, mistakes were treated harshly, which created a fear-driven atmosphere rather than one that encouraged learning. Communication from management could be combative and condescending, and it was hard to feel comfortable asking questions or admitting when you needed help. Overall, it felt like junior employees were undervalued and expected to perform without the tools or environment to succeed.