MrBeast Employees Review Working at MrBeast!

Summary

The video script critiques MrBeast's company culture, focusing on negative reviews from former and current employees on Glassdoor. The reviews highlight issues such as favoritism, poor management, sexism, low wages, and unsafe work conditions. The HR department is criticized for its lack of proper communication, using Discord instead of professional tools like Slack. The company’s structure is compared to an amateur startup, with high turnover rates, drama between departments, and complaints about worker safety violations. The script raises concerns about management incompetence and the fear of retaliation for those speaking out about issues within the organization.

Takeaways

• 😀 The company's Glassdoor rating of 3.9 is considered average, but this is compared to the retail and wholesale industry, which may not be entirely relevant.
• 😀 There are claims that the company has a 'youth cult' atmosphere, and some employees describe it as 'clicky'.
• 😀 Reports suggest that sexism and intense workloads are prevalent, which is common in the industry, but not unexpected.
• 😀 The HR department is described as 'terrible', with poor communication and reliance on Discord for messaging instead of professional platforms like Slack.
• 😀 Part-time and contract workers are often let go without prior notice, and there is concern over the lack of transparency regarding job stability.
• 😀 The company is said to excel at producing videos but struggles with effective organizational management.
• 😀 Many reviews mention a toxic atmosphere, with drama in nearly every department, and low morale among employees.
• 😀 Upper management is criticized for being either incompetent or having personal connections with Mr. Beast, which affects their ability to effectively lead.
• 😀 Serious workplace safety concerns are raised, including violations of OSHA standards, with specific mention of dangerous activities like jumping from barges and exposure to spray paint fumes.
• 😀 A sense of fear pervades the company, as employees are afraid to voice concerns due to potential backlash or retaliation from management or colleagues.
• 😀 The city of Greenville, where Mr. Beast's company is based, is described negatively, with a general sentiment of dissatisfaction about the work environment and the company's practices.

Q & A

What is the overall rating of MrBeast's company on Glassdoor?

MrBeast's company has an overall rating of 3.9 stars on Glassdoor, which is considered average for the industry.

Why is the comparison to Target or Walmart made in the review?

The comparison to Target or Walmart is made because Glassdoor categorizes MrBeast's company in the retail and wholesale industry, though this comparison seems a bit unusual.

What are some of the criticisms mentioned about the company's culture?

The company is criticized for being described as a 'youth cult' with claims of sexism, favoritism, and a clique-driven environment.

What is the general concern regarding MrBeast's HR department?

The HR department is criticized for poor communication, with the company using Discord instead of more formal HR platforms like Slack, making the communication process seem unprofessional.

What issues are raised regarding the hiring practices at MrBeast's company?

It is claimed that part-time or contract workers are often let go without prior notice, and that job security is not clearly communicated, leaving workers uncertain about their future at the company.

How is the management of MrBeast's company described in the reviews?

The management is described as either incompetent or overly reliant on personal connections with Jimmy (MrBeast), leading to a lack of effective leadership and poor management of employees.

What is the general atmosphere like within the company?

The atmosphere is described as full of drama, with low morale in some departments, making the workplace feel like a soap opera.

What concerns are raised about employee safety at MrBeast's company?

There are serious concerns about employee safety, including OSHA violations, hazardous working conditions (like exposure to spray paint fumes), and the potential for injuries or worse, despite no fatalities so far.

How do employees feel about reporting safety concerns or issues to management?

Employees feel intimidated and fearful about reporting concerns to management, possibly due to the response they might receive or the lack of accountability from higher-ups.

What are some of the most concerning accusations made by employees about MrBeast's company?

Accusations include rampant misogyny among management, unsafe working conditions, a lack of genuine concern for employee welfare, and a focus on gaining views rather than prioritizing safety or ethics.