Does not recommend! - Anonymous employee OrangeOnions Employee Review

We always take feedback seriously, even when it's deeply misaligned with the truth. It's important to us—and to our team—that we clarify a few key facts about this situation while also acknowledging broader points raised. On the Individual's Experience and Conduct We gave this individual not just an opportunity, but multiple chances to succeed. Despite misrepresenting their skill set during the hiring process, we made good faith efforts to support their growth and help them deliver results. Unfortunately, those results never materialized. Instead, we witnessed consistent misuse of company time, including work on personal ventures during hours paid by OrangeOnions. This is not conjecture—it was documented and corroborated. Further, the individual Jason Wise - omitted the fact that they have a criminal history that was not disclosed during hiring. We believe in second chances and treated them with fairness despite that—but we expected professionalism, honesty, and focus in return, which we did not receive. We understand the sting of being held accountable, but misleading public reviews that omit such core facts cross a line. We owe it to our team—especially those who work hard and uphold our values—to set the record straight. On Remote Work and Fairness We acknowledge the concerns raised about work-from-home policies. While certain roles—such as those in HR—require different access, confidentiality constraints, or scheduling needs that may justify remote arrangements, we understand how this can be perceived as inconsistent. We’re actively reviewing these policies to ensure greater clarity and fairness for all departments. On Leadership and Management Feedback about micromanagement and marketing leadership has also been noted. We agree that autonomy and respect for expertise are critical. We’re making targeted improvements in how we structure our check-ins and delegate ownership. That said, our expectations for accountability—especially after multiple failed deliverables—should not be mistaken for micromanagement. As for our marketing strategy: Yes, we use AI as a tool. So do top-tier companies across every industry. But we combine this with human expertise, industry research, and team collaboration. The assertion that our strategies are “based on YouTube tutorials” is simply not accurate and unfairly discredits the work of our dedicated team. Moving Forward Constructive criticism makes us better. Inflammatory, misleading reviews only harm those who are genuinely trying to improve our shared environment. We wish the reviewer growth and clarity as they pursue future roles—and we remain committed to building a workplace that rewards honesty, effort, and collaboration. — OrangeOnions Leadership Team