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Micromanaged - Anonymous employee Austin Chronicle Employee Review

3.0
1 Nov 2018
Anonymous employee
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Pros

• Independent newsweekly that still has great circulation in a vibrant city • Dedicated editorial staff • Tight deadlines, but a relaxed and fun environment

Cons

• Owner micromanages all departments, neglects big decisions to focus on minutiae • Uneven sales team

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Cons

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1.0
21 Jan 2013
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Pros

No dress code; fun, entertaining atmosphere; free access to many/most local cultural and entertainment events; central location; great parties; some social cachet; volleyball at work; swag; SXSW badges and wristbands; little oversight, if that's your thing

Cons

Capricious decision-making, micromanagement; no interest in real feedback from staff; no standards for evaluation, raises, job qualifications, job descriptions, etc.; no sense of teamwork; no interest in innovation; confusing hierarchy/power structure; little feedback or encouragement

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