During previous years, this company had a nice feel and productive work environment. However, in 2023 I found the working environment to be quite challenging. The CEO's behavior was particularly noteworthy, but not in a positive way. It appeared that the CEO exhibited anxious tendencies, which manifested as an overly controlling and at times, demeaning demeanor. Unfortunately, this seemed to be the norm, and it created a tense and unpleasant atmosphere in the workplace causing people to no longer feel motivated to do their work or even show up to the office. One of the most concerning aspects was the CEO's attempt to instill fear in the employees by threatening their job security, mainly if they did not come into the office. This heavy-handed approach to enforcing office attendance only exacerbated the already difficult situation and created a sense of unease among the team. Furthermore, it was evident that employees were both underpaid and underappreciated. The financial compensation did not reflect the dedication and hard work they put into their roles, and this lack of recognition only added to the frustration within the team. In addition to the monetary issues, there was a lack of appreciation for the employees' efforts. Their contributions were often overlooked, which led to a demoralized workforce.