A pleasure & an honor to work with this team - Senior/Lead Strategist We First Employee Review

5.0
9 Dec 2020
Recommend
CEO approval
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Pros

- Real-deal authentic change makers, leading with purpose - Thoughtful, creative, insightful & productive team - Focused on having real impact by meeting brands/businesses where they are on the purpose journey, working with wide range of clients from Fortune 100 to small entities - Has been continuously at the leading edge of evolution from CSR to ESG & SDGs, with purpose at the forefront - Innovative, big-thinking team led by CEO who is a widely-respected industry leader with deep expertise that provides a fountain of learning & growth opportunities - Culture of gratitude, integrity and unequivocal dedication to a positive, team-centered ethos; seeing and treating everyone from in-house roles to the freelance bench and clients with their humanity at heart - Empowering and respectful tone is consistently set from the absolute top of the org

Cons

- Very fast paced environment, can become spread thin at times - Occasional missteps on work flow and operational organization - Cycles of rapid growth sometimes create temporary growing pains

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5.0
18 Dec 2023
Anonymous employee
Recommend
CEO approval
Business outlook

Pros

The team is magical - the best combination of authenticity, head, and heart. From day one, their commitment to fostering a collaborative environment was evident. The leadership team is genuinely invested in the success of each team member. We First encourages employees to think outside the box and contribute their unique perspectives to drive creativity and excellence. This culture of innovation has not only enhanced the quality of our work but has also created a dynamic and stimulating work environment. We First is more than just a workplace – it's a community of dedicated professionals who are passionate about making a positive impact. I feel fortunate to be part of such a forward-thinking and inclusive company. If you're looking for a place where your contributions are valued, your growth is nurtured, and your well-being is a priority, We First is the perfect fit. I wholeheartedly recommend We First.

Cons

Small team, bigger workloads at times.

1.0
5 May 2020
Anonymous contractor
Recommend
CEO approval
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Pros

The employees at We First are good people with good intentions. They are smart, strategic, kind, and deserve to be treated as such.

Cons

We First's CEO and Founder is as phony and fraudulent as they come. The way he conducts his business and treats his employees behind the scenes could not be more different than the "mission" his company is founded on. He strokes his nightmarish ego by using his employees' ideas and hard work, claiming them as his own. Nothing that this man does aligns with the "purposeful" values that his company claims to be founded upon. He is an abusive, manipulative man. After day 1, I began a new job search.

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We First Response
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Hi, Simon here. I’m sorry I didn’t respond sooner but I wasn’t aware of this review, nor of the circumstances that left you frustrated. First up, let me apologize that your experience at We First wasn’t positive and thanks for taking the time to share your thoughts. With regard to your concerns, you mentioned you weren’t happy since Day One. Not every freelance project is the right fit and I wish you had shared any issues with us. We also never want you feeling that your time was abused or taken advantage of. That would be, as you say, anything but “We First.” Finally, work done by anyone on the team – freelance or full time - is always considered We First’s work, no matter who is presenting it. As an ongoing practice, We First is deeply committed to its ‘open door’ policy where anyone can share concerns or frustrations. Clearly that system failed here and I’m sorry that was your experience. The door is always open to address any issues and I hope you connect. At We First we work hard to make sure it’s a truly positive experience for everyone in the team and it’s a responsibility we take very seriously. Thanks again for sharing your thoughts and I wish you the best.
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