Humiliating, intimidating, unprofessional. - Junior Graphic Designer/Marketing Assistant FuzzYard Employee Review

There are no pros working here.

My experience at FuzzYard was less than ideal. The absence of organized processes, undefined job roles, and HR procedures created a challenging work environment. In spite of aspirations for a positive workplace culture, attempts to contribute were discouraged. Despite being a global entity, the company maintained a small-business mindset. The communication between the general manager and CEO was subpar, and their working methods seemed outdated. The CEO exhibited resistance to innovative ideas, favoring adherence to established practices. The pay was far below expectations, and there was a tendency to treat everyone as if they were juniors to pay them less. Perks? Apart from the discount on products, you might get a Coles mudcake on your birthday, and if you're lucky, maybe Domino's pizza for lunch. Also, despite the claim of a dog-friendly office, there was a clear absence of support for bringing dogs in. If allowed, it had to be scheduled on a roster to ensure there weren't multiple dogs present simultaneously. Good luck to anyone considering working here. If you want to be undervalued and overworked, go for it!

Most of the team was incredible to work with. Strong relationships and levels of respect were developed with those outside of management or the 'inner circle' - IYKYK.

Be prepared to have your limits tested. Going above and beyond, putting in extra hours and going the extra mile is often not seen, appreciated or acknowledged. When things are good, work and the office vibe is good. When it's bad, even in one department, dear lord get ready to defend yourself. Limited growth possibilities are available and staff often need to bring their laptops/technology to work due to the limited performance of technology and the internet— a known and recurring issue. Despite the high turnover of staff, owners failed to see their shortcomings and the incredible potential they had within their team. There's a lot of room for growth and development within the leadership team. But even managers acknowledged how the owners operated and rather not stir the pot, as they knew it always goes back to the old way. Office politics and frat-boy energy really hindered performance. Employees who had worked there for years displayed poor respect by watching Netflix during work. The CEO also spoke poorly about past employees often which is a huge red flag. If the owners weren't coming in for the day, everyone was in a good mood. When employees were upset and had periods where they had to take a moment to gather themselves after being heavily criticised or spoken to in a condescending tone, some staff often rolled their eyes. There is a huge lack of appreciation for the team that does all the heavy lifting — they are truly the unsung heroes. There is also very limited room for growth there. Maybe a trip overseas, but you likely won't be able to further develop your skills or grow within your role. Nor will you be presented with an payrise that reflects your true value to the team.