Good people and work culture - werkgeversreview Graphic Designer bij Codelink

Great company culture that makes it easy to collaborate across teams. Competitive salary and compensation package. Exposure to different fields and industries keeps the work varied and interesting.

Like any fast-paced environment, there can be a lot going on at once, which requires good time management and prioritization. Nothing significant to call out beyond the typical pains of a dynamic workplace.

CodeLink may have a little bit of technical capabilities, but until the company learns to lead with competence, honesty, and professionalism, it will continue to lose talent.

From the outset, the company painted a picture of international standards, transparency, and collaboration. Unfortunately, the reality couldn’t be further from the truth. Leadership is severely lacking. The founder/CEO is completely incapable of running the company and doesn't have any strategic planning for the company. There is no clear direction, no accountability, and no understanding of how to manage or scale a company beyond basic outsourcing. Decisions are reactive, communication is poor, and critical feedback is either ignored or seen as a threat. HR misrepresents the company culture. During the hiring process, I was told CodeLink values openness, learning, and teamwork. In practice, it's a hierarchical and passive-aggressive environment where critical issues are swept under the rug and difficult employees are left unchecked—often protected due to personal ties rather than merit. Despite marketing itself as a company serving international clients, the internal team struggles to meet even basic expectations. One of the key marketing team members cannot communicate in English, which is shocking given the company's supposed global positioning. This creates serious bottlenecks in delivery and collaboration with clients abroad.