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private:convertize
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https://www.glassdoor.com?employer_id=1076688
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May 2nd, 2018 12:00AM
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Open
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Open
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Convertize
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Putney, England
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A great company if you are seeking new challenges
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- Take on a lot of responsibility from day one. This could be either a Pro or a Con depending on what kind of person you are.
If you don’t mind being given little guidance and instead googling things to pick them up as you go, you will excel at Convertize. If you expect a lot of in-depth training, you will probably find it too much pressure.
- Given the opportunity to work on a whole range of different things. If you show you can pick things up quickly, you will be given new responsibilities. I became heavily involved in high-level discussions after just a few weeks, which surprised me.
- Very young office - lots of interns who are still at university, and most of the permanent employees are in their 20s. Met some great people and had many memorable nights at the local pub, and made friends who I still see after leaving Convertize.
- International vibe - the CEO is French and so are a lot of the employees, and I have worked with people from Italy, Germany, Poland, Bulgaria, Spain… the list goes on. I really enjoyed this aspect!
- They are proactive about personal development. There are lots of books on business, psychology and marketing you are expected to read, and managers take time to explain their thinking and teach you things.
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- As mentioned in the Pros section, being given a lot of responsibility can be a negative. There were times when I became quite stressed by the range of tasks.
- Quite a high turnover of employees (as many are on short internships). Can be sad to see people leave, but on the flipside this means you get to meet lots of new people.
- As Digital Marketing is a constantly-changing industry, you can find yourself taking on new responsibilities when arguably a new employee should be hired to assist. This could be frustrating.
- Top management has a certain style which I’ve seen other Glassdoor reviews seem to take issue with. They are direct with their opinions which could rub some people up the wrong way, but I found they were always willing to hear me out if I suggested a different approach.
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1.0
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POSITIVE
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1.0
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POSITIVE
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1.0
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APPROVE
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4.0
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4.0
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0.0
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0.0
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0.0
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0.0
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0.0
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1076688
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Open
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Plan hires and employee retention better. The company suffers from not having new employees ready to take on tasks as they arise, and your best employees would stay longer if you had a structure or clear future incentives in place.
Invest more in out of work team-building stuff like meals out, or have a Friday drinks.
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0.0
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REGULAR
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No
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Yes
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1.0
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Jan 20th, 2021 06:48PM
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Jan 20th, 2021 06:48PM
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Convertize
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Technology
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Software & Computer Services
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private:convertize
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https://www.glassdoor.com?employer_id=1076688
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Apr 17th, 2018 12:00AM
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Open
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Open
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Convertize
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London, England
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Convertize is a great place if you are able to take your chances!
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Overall I can say that I definitely enjoyed my time at Convertize.
The team is extremely welcoming, young and dynamic and good work is recognised.
It should be mentioned, that if you consider working for Convertize, you should be able to work independently and take responsibility. Which is seen positive from my point of view as you get the feeling to be a valued and trusted team memeber and you learn and adapt new things quickly.
Despite that, if you are showing your passion and capabilities, Convertize is really flexible regarding remote working and promotions.
On top, the monthly team breakfasts and pub nights combined with free gym and coffee make Convertize a good place to work at.
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- high number of turnover due to the high number of interns (which can be seen as a pro as well, depending on the point of view)
- no microwave
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1.0
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POSITIVE
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0.0
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NEUTRAL
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1.0
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APPROVE
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4.0
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4.0
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4.0
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4.0
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5.0
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4.0
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4.0
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1076688
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Open
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Keep on appreciating the great work of your employees!
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0.0
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[]
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REGULAR
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No
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No
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1.0
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Jan 20th, 2021 06:48PM
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Jan 20th, 2021 06:48PM
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Convertize
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Technology
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Software & Computer Services
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private:convertize
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https://www.glassdoor.com?employer_id=1076688
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Dec 5th, 2017 12:00AM
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Open
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Open
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Convertize
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London, England
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An absolute shambles of a company
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People I worked with were lovely
Free coffee
Free gym access
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The work is very monotonous, management is very rude and unhelpful.
Terrible management by those at the top who speak to interns and employees like slaves. They dictate how the company should be run, yet have no idea how to practise what they preach. They make you feel like you are born to take orders from the managers and they talk to you in a very demoralising and harassing manner. They own you. Don’t waste your time working at convertize!
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-1.0
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NEGATIVE
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-1.0
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NEGATIVE
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-1.0
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DISAPPROVE
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15.0
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1.0
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1.0
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1.0
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1.0
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1.0
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1.0
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1076688
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Open
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Learn a few basic principles in good people management. Recognise the hard workers in your company and let them grow, not put them down! Employing an army of yes men will end up with some great brown nosers, but very few staff that are committed to doing their job properly. Care about your employees. They're people too.
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0.0
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No
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No
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0.0
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Jan 20th, 2021 06:48PM
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Jan 20th, 2021 06:48PM
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Convertize
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Technology
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Software & Computer Services
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private:convertize
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https://www.glassdoor.com?employer_id=1076688
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Nov 11th, 2017 12:00AM
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Open
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Open
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Convertize
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Marketing
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London, England
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The Truth!!!
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- You will work with some amazing people
- You will learn many things about digital marketing, online business
- Free coffee
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I would say the atmosphere first. If you are expecting to have fun in the office and having a chat with your colleagues don’t go there this is not the place to be.
- People talk but on Skype while they are seating next to you...(weird) but don’t forget the Management has full visibility on what you are doing/saying on Skype... they can even track you on what you have done online... which web-site you have visited...
- Dictatorial Management, you cannot say anything otherwise you will end-up with your P45...
- No commission structure
- No pension Plan
- They are not flexible with hours... you will have to stay longer than what is written in your contract...
- Home office? Yeeee keep dreaming
There are many “cons” but sometimes you have to work in a company like convertize.(You will know how to appreciate your next job because you have been through hell...)
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-1.0
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NEGATIVE
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-1.0
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NEGATIVE
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-1.0
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DISAPPROVE
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15.0
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1.0
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1.0
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1.0
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1.0
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2.0
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1.0
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1076688
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Open
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I don’t know what to say... just open your eyes because the word of mouth is getting spread accros the UK and other EU countries... and this is the worst advert you can get..
Accept critics, they will help you to go beyond your limit
- Give your employees more flexibility
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0.0
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REGULAR
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No
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No
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1.0
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Jan 20th, 2021 06:48PM
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Jan 20th, 2021 06:48PM
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Convertize
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Technology
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Software & Computer Services
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private:convertize
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https://www.glassdoor.com?employer_id=1076688
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Nov 6th, 2017 12:00AM
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Open
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Open
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Convertize
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Lead Web Developer
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London, England
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A great working place for developers
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- Convertize is full of hardworking and happy employees who like to make a difference to the organisation and to fellow colleagues.
- The web development team is continuously evolving and work with the latest technologies and techniques. Here we are able to progress and feel excited about what we're working on.
- There is a process-driven approach to team-working and project flow, including test-driven development, code reviews, knowledge-sharing sessions, continuous integration and even time for keeping technical documentation updated. The process gets better with each added team member.
- The satisfaction of team members is crucial to the success of what Convertize delivers. We share our thoughts, help one another and respect each others' opinions.
- A dedicated software tester ensures we keep our quality levels high.
- Flexibility is available when needed, whether it be working hours or working remotely. Some of the developers work 100% remotely as we welcome awesomeness from anywhere, including Poland and Germany (Berlin).
- The projects being worked on are very challenging and exciting, involving Machine Learning, Microservices and Restful APIs, browser extensions and mobile app, analytics, user segmentation and behavioural analysis, 3rd-party integrations, devops-related and much more. 2018 is going to be a fun year for the team :)
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In the past I would have said that management is too agile and makes developers refactor more than is necessary. This is however changing as our processes become better and the product management, stakeholder and developer workflow is improved with interactive UX prototypes, a 3 year roadmap and detailed specifications for the following 6 months.
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1.0
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POSITIVE
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1.0
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POSITIVE
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1.0
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APPROVE
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4.0
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5.0
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4.0
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4.0
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5.0
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5.0
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5.0
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1076688
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Open
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0.0
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REGULAR
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No
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Yes
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2.0
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Jan 20th, 2021 06:48PM
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Jan 20th, 2021 06:48PM
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Convertize
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Technology
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Software & Computer Services
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private:convertize
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https://www.glassdoor.com?employer_id=1076688
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Jul 3rd, 2017 12:00AM
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Open
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Open
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Convertize
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Assistant Affiliate Marketing Manager
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London, England
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"Very good and intersting internship"
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- Young & dynamic environment
- A lot of Challenges
- Good opportunity for career development
- The company trusts quickly if we show motivation
- Multicultural environment
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- Important Turn over
- Interns wage
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1.0
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POSITIVE
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1.0
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POSITIVE
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1.0
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APPROVE
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4.0
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4.0
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3.0
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4.0
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4.0
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3.0
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4.0
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1076688
|
Open
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It could be nice to have more company event (even if the monthly breakfast is a very good idea).
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0.0
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No
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No
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0.0
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Jan 20th, 2021 06:48PM
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Jan 20th, 2021 06:48PM
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Convertize
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Technology
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Software & Computer Services
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private:convertize
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https://www.glassdoor.com?employer_id=1076688
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Jun 22nd, 2017 12:00AM
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Open
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Open
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Convertize
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Marketing
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London, England
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Mostly a very good place to work
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I am surprised by some of the negative reviews which don't correspond to my own experience. It's true that there are plenty of interns (most from good universities like Oxford) but I don't see this as a negative thing. They provide energy and enthusiasm and are fun to work with.
The CEO can be direct in his manner - as a mostly French company the working culture is different to more English companies - but I had no issues with this.
You will be left alone to do your job which for me is a definite positive. It's true that you don't get a lot of onboarding and will be expected to jump straight in to your work but this is the best way to learn.
Overall I've found it an enjoyable place to work. The work is interesting and you have lots of freedom with what you do, as long as you get results.
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If you're the sort of person who constantly needs reassurance that you're doing a good job and doesn't enjoy constructive criticism then it may not be the right place for you.
You will be expected to work hard and to be flexible - if you think this is a "con" then it might not be the place for you!
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1.0
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POSITIVE
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1.0
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POSITIVE
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1.0
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APPROVE
|
7.0
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5.0
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5.0
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4.0
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4.0
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5.0
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5.0
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1076688
|
Open
|
It's not an issue personally, but perhaps some people would prefer to have more guidance on
Perhaps at interview stage it's worth telling people about the culture of the company and management style so they know what to expect.
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0.0
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REGULAR
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No
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Yes
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2.0
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|
|
|
Jan 20th, 2021 06:48PM
|
Jan 20th, 2021 06:48PM
|
Convertize
|
Technology
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Software & Computer Services
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private:convertize
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https://www.glassdoor.com?employer_id=1076688
|
May 19th, 2017 12:00AM
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Open
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Open
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Convertize
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United Kingdom
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GBR
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Don't work at CONvertize.
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I enjoyed working with my team whilst I was there. Apart from that, there are no positives to working at Convertize, aside from the repeatedly mentioned 'character building'.
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- Their interview process was mostly irrelevant to the role and long-winded.
- How the company is run and managed is very different to how they want you to perceive it externally.
- I could relate my experience at Convertize with all of the other negative Glassdoor reviews.
- I was not given any sort of induction to my role - just expected to get on with it. I was introduced to my team by receiving copies of their CVs and their personality test results...
- The 'culture' is non-existent – this ‘start-up’ culture is a load of rubbish. The office was always silent. The only thing they do to engage staff is a ‘monthly breakfast’, but you had to go in early for it…
- The comments they keep stating on here about Convertize being a ‘challenging and enriching environment’ is just their way of saying they will take advantage, micromanage and bully you.
- More than half of the company were interns (there will probably be a response from them after this is posted correcting my figures and something about 'we do have interns from Top European Universities' which they like to copy and paste repeatedly. I apologise if they have adapted their modus operandi to include more than a handful of permanent staff...but I doubt that is the case.
- During my short time there, the interns were treated poorly. ‘Management’ calling an intern the stupidest girl in the world, is sexist and discriminatory, as one of many examples.
- 'Management' are married, which I only think added to the level of unprofessionalism, politics and nepotism. Nothing you say is confidential.
- The management structure is a complete totalitarian dictatorship. The majority of staff work in fear. ‘Management’ were constantly changing their minds, getting involved in minutia and micromanaging, which makes productivity very challenging.
- I was told that I was expected to work more than my contracted hours, which is illegal. I then felt pressured to stay later every day after that to avoid future confrontation. The majority of employees work later out fear of retribution.
- They do not have any regard for employee welfare and will fire people without reason or warning.
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-1.0
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NEGATIVE
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-1.0
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NEGATIVE
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-1.0
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DISAPPROVE
|
20.0
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1.0
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2.0
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1.0
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1.0
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2.0
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1.0
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1076688
|
Open
|
- A company’s staff should be their biggest asset. Abuse this and you are teeing yourself up for failure.
- Learn how to run your business more professionally, ethically and logically. The answer is not in a book…
- Change your attitude. If a person thinks everyone else has a problem, it is usually that person with the problem…
- Follow statutory employee procedures that are put in place by the UK and EU government.
- Start adopting realistic expectations of your staff.
- Micromanaging senior staff is not healthy or productive.
- I recommend HR should go on courses to obtain more knowledge on UK employment law.
- Get an HR resource who actually knows how to identify talent.
- Accessing an ex-employee’s Linkedin account and changing their password is fraudulent and illegal.
- Don't bother responding to this review. I have zero interest in hearing what you have to say. Everything I have listed is factual and not 'defamatory'.
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0.0
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REGULAR
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No
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No
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0.0
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Jan 20th, 2021 06:48PM
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Jan 20th, 2021 06:48PM
|
Convertize
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Technology
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Software & Computer Services
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private:convertize
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https://www.glassdoor.com?employer_id=1076688
|
Mar 8th, 2017 12:00AM
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Open
|
Open
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Convertize
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Web Designer
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London, England
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Great place to start your journey
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Really fantastic people to work with, refreshing work culture. The multicultural environment is the best I've ever worked in. The work is fulfilling, doesn't overload you with stress and your progression is carefully monitored and aided by senior management.
I am blessed to have an amazing manager who is very talented and kind hearted to teach me new skills. Through his guidance, I have improved a lot. I started as an intern and within a very short period of time, I was promoted as a full-time employee.
The management acknowledged my interest and work. I was even awarded bonuses on several occasions. Moreover, management quickly recognised my efforts and realised the workload I was having thus within a very shortly I got a new assistant to help me with.
Team members are all are very young and friendly. It gives a very good dynamism to the company.
I am always thriving for new responsibilities and challenges. This keeps my job interesting and fulfilling. I found here at Convertize, there are great opportunities to do so.
Furthermore, option for remote work seems amazing to me. This proves how much my employers trust me with my capacity of fulfilling responsibilities, even without being in front of them which is always appreciated.
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More social gathering events could be introduced (Really missed the Friday Pub night). We have team breakfast only once in a month (which is a great event and everyone enjoys it very much) This could be done more often.
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1.0
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POSITIVE
|
1.0
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POSITIVE
|
1.0
|
APPROVE
|
5.0
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5.0
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5.0
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5.0
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5.0
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5.0
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5.0
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1076688
|
Open
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Keep up inspiring people, introduce more challenges for those who thrives for that. I personally believe that is the only way to improve someone’s skills.
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0.0
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REGULAR
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No
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Yes
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1.0
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|
|
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Jan 20th, 2021 06:48PM
|
Jan 20th, 2021 06:48PM
|
Convertize
|
Technology
|
Software & Computer Services
|
|
private:convertize
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https://www.glassdoor.com?employer_id=1076688
|
Feb 17th, 2017 12:00AM
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Open
|
Open
|
Convertize
|
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United Kingdom
|
GBR
|
If you want to learn the hard way go for it
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- A young and really nice team
- Free gym
- Interesting project to work on
- Having bad experiences makes you stronger
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- Around 60% interns make up the total staff (turn over every 6 month)
- No interest in making their employees better with constructive criticism.
- I hope that you like this kind of talk: “it is not good enough” “why is it not good enough?” “Because it is just not good enough”
- You will have very interesting projects to work on but you will have no freedom to make this project evolve.
- If you are waiting for a ‘thank you’ or ‘great job’ well … you can keep waiting.
- Not flexible in work schedule. You have to be there at 9am and leave at 6pm … most permanents and even interns are staying way after 6pm but don’t expect to be rewarded for that.
- Some interns don’t have direct manager while an internship is made to learn a job.
- No job security what so ever.
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-1.0
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NEGATIVE
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-1.0
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NEGATIVE
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-1.0
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DISAPPROVE
|
16.0
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2.0
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1.0
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1.0
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3.0
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3.0
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1.0
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1076688
|
Open
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The fact that employees are going for a drink after work every week is great. It means that they get along well and that they are going to be able to work better together. It is FREE team building. Why trying to stop that?
And the directors should welcome the new employees or at least say “Hello” and “Welcome”.
Finally, respect your employees. They have good ideas and sometimes you should listen to them instead of demotivating them all the time.
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0.0
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No
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No
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1.0
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Jan 20th, 2021 06:48PM
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Jan 20th, 2021 06:48PM
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Convertize
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Technology
|
Software & Computer Services
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