Went from being the best job that I ever had to nothing but disappointment - werkgeversreview Anonieme werknemer bij Flywheel Digital

3,0
20 aug 2024
Anonieme werknemer
Aanbevelen
Goedkeuring directeur
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Flywheel used to be a "tech start up family", we were scrappy, everyone wore multiple hats, but we were all in this together. The workload was lot but I valued the opportunity to do so many things like implementing new processes to pioneering new programs. ERGs were active, events were lit, we had a personal investment in seeing the company succeed! Those who preferred to be in the office did so and those who needed the flexibility to work from home did so. I did early mornings and pulled late nights because I believed in Flywheel and truly believed that I was valued as a person and not just employee.

Minpunten

Omnicom. Flywheel got bought by omnicom and there has been a major shift in culture. Mass layoffs, jon instability, return to office. All those people that were in the weeds working alongside you? Gone. Pride, Black in Business, DEI, Latinx...all the ERGs are silent. No one has the emotional energy to devote to this company anymore. And why would we? We are now just numbers. Everyone is replaceable. Even though all those changes, I stuck it out. But now I'm being told I need to sacrifice time away from my kids to return to the office after being hired in remote, after giving everything I had to this company. Expect inconsistency,.lack of processes, lack of care, is there anyone that not white on the executive team? Flywheel is now just another company. The values that set it apart are gone.

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Thank you for your thoughtful and candid feedback. We appreciate your dedication and the contributions you've made to Flywheel Digital over the years. It's clear that you were deeply invested in our mission and culture, and we're grateful for that. You've highlighted how the transition to becoming part of Omnicom has brought significant changes, particularly in terms of culture, employee engagement, and flexibility. These are important issues, and while change can often be challenging, we're actively working to navigate this new chapter in a way that aligns with both our legacy and the broader opportunities that come with being part of a larger organization. We understand the shift in culture, especially around ERGs, has been challenging. To ensure our workplace remains inclusive and our DEI initiatives thrive, we've appointed Kirya Frances as Chief Diversity Officer for the Flywheel Commerce Network. Kirya will lead our strategic diversity efforts, enhance data transparency, and strengthen our connection with Omnicom's larger DEI initiatives. The sense of instability and the impact of layoffs are issues we take seriously. We recognize the importance of job security and clear communication, and we are focused on improving these areas as we continue to evolve. As we move forward, your feedback will be instrumental in helping us address these challenges and aim to make Flywheel a place where everyone can continue to feel proud to contribute. While some aspects of our environment may have changed, we can assure you that our commitment to our employees and our core values remains strong. Thank you again for sharing your perspective and for your continued efforts at Flywheel.

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5,0
11 mei 2026
Anonieme werknemer
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Pluspunten

Forward thinking agency that cares about its people and strives to be best in class.

Minpunten

High expectations mean high demands.

2,0
4 feb 2026
Anonieme werknemer
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Pluspunten

- Their portfolio of clients you have the opportunity to work on is great for building relationships and resume - Some people you work with truly care and are making efforts to make Flywheel a better place to work - Great place to grind it out if you want experience quickly. They will throw you in the fire from day one.

Minpunten

I say "used to be great" as in pre-Omnicom. - Leadership is very out of touch with what actually goes on at middle management and lower levels. They used to care about the work culture even with many remote employees. I've been on calls where senior leadership would promote working in the evenings or weekends and only talk about how employees are not "client obsessed" enough. - If you show them you're dependable, they will exploit it and not compensate you appropriately. - There is so much turnover and they bring in former employees from dying agencies that bring in different strategies that are not aligned with Flywheel's best practices (onboarding is nonexistent - you will be put on a client day two). - They got rid of most benefits that motivated people to stay and lowered the pay ranges for their positions. Benefits are on par with standard Omnicom. There's a reason why employees who excel at their jobs have all left/are leaving. Everyone who works there can see it. Turned into another company that tries to duct tape a slowly dying engine.

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