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1. Smoking in the Office: No Respect for the Workplace
At this company, smoking in the office was normal. Despite being an indoor workspace, people regularly smoked in shared areas. The air was full of smoke, and no one did anything about it. The country manager even allowed it, which made the office unhealthy for everyone.
2. Dirty Office and No Cleaning
Another problem was the cleanliness. The office was often left dirty, and no one cared to clean until investors or senior bosses visited. This lack of care made the office an unpleasant place to work, and it affected everyone’s mood and productivity.
3. Visa Problems and Legal Issues
Some employees, especially from China, worked without proper visas. This was a huge legal issue, but nothing was done about it. Even when employees raised concerns, the management ignored them, which made us feel unsafe and uncertain about the company’s legal standing.
4. Lack of Responsibility for Cleanliness
The company didn’t take responsibility for keeping the office clean. The cleaning only happened once in a while, usually when senior managers were visiting. This lack of effort caused the office to stay dirty and affected the health of employees.
5. Favoritism Over Hard Work
One of the worst things about working here was the favoritism. The country manager seemed to reward employees who flattered him, while those who worked hard were ignored. This created a toxic atmosphere where employees felt unappreciated, and it made it hard to stay motivated.
6. Buying Cars for the Boss
The country manager once bought a car and let the boss drive it. While this might seem like a kind gesture, it felt wrong because the company seemed to care more about the boss’s personal comfort than improving the work environment for the employees.
7. Unprofessional Behavior and No Proper Processes
There was no formal process. This lack of professionalism set a bad example for everyone and showed that the company didn’t value structure or communication.
8. Toxic Relationships: Low Morale
The company had a culture of favoritism, where the country manager would favor certain employees, regardless of their work ethic. Those who didn’t suck up to the boss were ignored, making staff morale very low. Many talented workers eventually left because of the negative atmosphere.
9. Unhygienic Behavior
At this company, employees would sneeze and leave tissues on their desks without any care for cleanliness. It wasn’t just disrespectful; it created an unhealthy environment where people didn’t seem to care about each other’s health.
10. Unfair Attendance Rules
Some employees didn’t have to clock in or follow attendance rules, especially those who were favorites of the boss. This made the workplace feel unfair, as those who worked hard and followed the rules were treated differently.
11. High Staff Turnover
Over time, many employees left the company because of the toxic culture. The lack of fairness, poor hygiene, and disrespect led to a lot of people quitting. The turnover rate was high, and it created an unstable work environment.
My time at this Chinese distributor in Cheras was one of the worst experiences of my career. The toxic leadership, poor office hygiene, and lack of professionalism made it a very difficult place to work. If you’re considering a job here, be ready for a toxic, unhealthy environment where favoritism rules and hard work is overlooked. If you value respect, fairness, and a clean work environment, this company is definitely not the place for you.
Disclaimer: This story is told by a friend. Any resemblance to actual events, places, or individuals, living or deceased, is purely coincidental.
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