Would Not Recommend - Anonymous employee Octane Public Relations Employee Review

Some of the coworkers are great people who are just being mistreated.

This company is such a joke. They treat their employees terribly and are very racist. It’s sad that companies can still act this way nowadays. Save your time and don’t interact with them at all—it’s not worth it.

Honestly, it's incredibly difficult to think of any genuine pros. The experience was overwhelmingly negative, and any potential positives were completely overshadowed by the dysfunctional environment. Leaving the company was the biggest relief.

Toxic Leadership & Poor Treatment: Management, particularly the directors, fosters an environment of disrespect and mistrust. Employees are treated poorly, blamed for issues outside their control, and there's a distinct feeling that leadership operates against the interests of the staff rather than in support of them. Lack of Resources and Support: Essential resources needed to perform jobs effectively are often lacking, and there's little investment in employee development or meaningful recognition for hard work. Priorities seem misaligned, focusing on leadership's interests rather than core business needs or employee support. Lack of Business Development & Unfair Blame: Employees are wrongly blamed for the lack of new clients, even when business development is not part of their job description. The director actually responsible for bringing in new business has demonstrably failed to secure any significant new clients, relying heavily on the owner's personal connections. This lack of forward momentum is a massive red flag. Zero Career Progression: This is a dead-end job. There are no opportunities for advancement, skill development, or meaningful career progress due to the poor management structure and lack of vision from leadership. Negative Impact on Mental Health: The constant stress, lack of appreciation, unfair blame, and overall toxic atmosphere take a significant toll on mental well-being. It's an incredibly draining place to work. Overall Impression: The entire operation feels deeply unprofessional and poorly managed, given the clear disconnect between leadership priorities and employee well-being or sustainable company health. Warning to Job Seekers: I strongly advise anyone considering working at Octane Public Relations to look elsewhere. If you value career growth, fair recognition and treatment, competent management, and your mental health, this company is not the place for you. The issues run deep and seem unlikely to change under the current leadership.