Pluspunten
Since coming aboard, everyone I've met from my direct team to People Team to indirect team members have been incredibly supportive and curious about me. There has been an ample ramp to get up to speed on the numerous systems and applications D2L utilizes. I've felt comfortable asking questions about my role, responsibilities, and how various things are done at D2L. I've been tremendously impressed with the general supports in place for new hires, mental and physical health, and various means to connect with someone to understand those supports (Slack, Intranet, Email, Office Hours). Frankly, I'm excited to start my day each day but also feel good when I log off that I can fully unplug and be myself out of work. That's in large part to my manager and the culture that D2L exhibits.
Minpunten
- There are a lot of systems to wrap your head around, and it takes time to understand what you need to know versus what is nice to know. - PTO is limited and accrued over time, and it resets each year. That is the policy for all employees regardless of tenure. - I likely haven't been here long enough to have other cons or that's just a sign of a positive work environment thus far.
Pluspunten
As D2L has improved its focus on product delivery and customer satisfaction over the past years, it has become a top employer for edtech experts. Investments in go to market for academic affairs and employee learning have led to a wealth of expertise across teams to really help solve customer problems. The edtech market is set to see significant changes as AI adoption grows and D2L is well-positioned to innovate. It's a little cliche, but the people at D2L really are remarkable - many of whom are truly motivated by a passion for improving learning. Who can't get behind that?
Minpunten
There have been a lot of changes over the past few years, but not all were well communicated. There are still some teams behind market trends in pay.
Pluspunten
There are many wonderfully talented people dedicated to the mission of making learning accessible to all.
Minpunten
Toxicity in C-Suite leadership - a clique mentality that has created an echo chamber What seemed like a natural move and perfect fit for CRO turned out to be just reinforce and strength the power of the ‘OG’ While there are great leaders, the management style of some long time employees aligned to the executive level is incredibly toxic—micromanaging, dismissive of input from the team, and completely focused on self-preservation rather than the growth of the team or the individuals within it. This leader plays favorites, discourages open communication, and fosters a climate of fear rather than one of support or mentorship. The constant pressure to meet arbitrary targets, without regard for how we get there, has led to burnout and low morale across the team resulting in a total team collapse. Concerns are met with petty retribution with no regard to PNC policies or privacy. What’s most disappointing is seeing how much potential the team and the company has and watching it slowly erode under poor leadership. The sales department along with those that support sales used to be a source of pride and collaboration, but is now a place of anxiety and frustration. Talented salespeople as well as supporting team members are leaving, and those who stay feel disengaged and unsupported.