The Review They Made Sure I Couldn't Write Sooner - Senior Consultant Gapingvoid Employee Review

1.0
22 Oct 2025
Recommend
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Pros

Incredible talent acquisition. Cool cartoons. The exit is clearly marked.

Cons

Fun fact: The reason you're seeing a cluster of glowing reviews from new employees? Gapingvoid requires all staff to write a one within their first 30 days. Convenient policy, since Glassdoor's rules prevent you from writing another one for a year. Well, the clock has run out, so let me tell you what that honeymoon period obscured. In all my years of work, I have never been more stressed, gaslit, or micromanaged than I was at Gapingvoid. I'm talking physically ill from the sheer psychological weight of working there. Let me paint you a picture: Every. Single. Meeting. Is. Recorded. Internal meetings, external calls, client facilitations—all of it captured and archived. They frame it as "reference material," but it's surveillance, plain and simple. And here's where it gets truly unhinged: they occasionally "ghost call" people into meetings. They'll dial someone's cell phone, put them on speaker, and let them eavesdrop without appearing on camera. Yes, you read that correctly. Invisible participants listening to your private conversations. The CEO is smart, sure--but he has absolutely zero interest in anyone else's ideas, experience, or expertise. What he says goes. Period. Independent thought isn't discouraged—it's treated as insubordination. The people who thrive here are hazed into total compliance. Everyone else burns out or gets pushed out. And that retention problem that's been mentioned? In Gapingvoid speak: It's not a bug, it's a feature. There's a reason incredibly talented people keep running for the door.

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5.0
7 May 2026
Recommend
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Pros

It does not take long to make an impact here. I've been with Gapingvoid a few years, and am amazed at how much Jason, Erica, and Laura have upleveled and grown the company in that time. I have grown as a creative. Gapingvoid is an environment that challenges you to experiment, continuously improve, and where someone with anxiety like me can flourish. It is rewarding to work at a different kind of consulting company, one that listens to and amplifies the voices of the people working at the ground level of organizations, and gives them a role in building their culture. The consultants at Gapingvoid truly care, and their work running facilitations and gathering people's stories shapes all of the creative work. Consultants do an incredible job of taking people who may be jaded and cynical from experiences with previous consultants, and through a process that is unique to each client, to people who are excited about building their culture. Laura and Phoebe have built a small yet mighty creative team who truly care, and I am grateful to work with every day. I feel valued and like my voice matters. Everyone is always willing to help and share knowledge. Being a remote team, has allowed Gapingvoid to find amazing people from all over the country (and avoid dealing with Miami traffic every day). While we are remote, we are given a lot of trust and autonomy. Our internal meetings are a chance to learn from each other and explore our curiosities.

Cons

Client work always comes first, which can mean less time for internal projects Sometimes things can get stressful, but Laura and Phoebe work hard to manage the creative team's workload so that it doesn't happen often.

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5.0
13 Mar 2026
Anonymous employee
Recommend
CEO approval
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Pros

The work of Culture Design® is meaningful and challenging. It requires intellectual curiosity, resilience, and a genuine interest in helping organizations improve how they lead and collaborate. Our firm attracts smart, thoughtful people who care deeply about the work and its impact on clients. Over the years, I’ve seen many people grow significantly here by taking ownership of their work and leaning into the challenge. For people who enjoy solving complex problems and working closely with clients, there are real opportunities to learn and grow professionally. The company is also generous with holiday time and offers significant flexibility in how we work, including the ability to work remotely. People who do well here tend to enjoy meaningful work and a fast-paced environment. It’s also simply a really cool place to work, and everyone is genuinely kind and supportive. I am grateful to be part of the journey.

Cons

The work we do is demanding, and the expectations are high. It requires adaptability, initiative, and comfort with ambiguity, which means it may not be the right fit for everyone. Because we work remotely, communication and relationship-building require intentional effort both internally and with clients. Not everyone enjoys or thrives in this kind of environment, and I acknowledge that it isn’t suited to everyone.

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