production associate

photographer

graphic designer

ux/ui designer

summer associate

Totally-Promotional

My time at Totally Promotional was not overly positive or negative. The majority of supervisors and managers are very nice and do everything in their power to help others succeed. I also had nice coworkers who came from all walks of life and there were some fun moments joking around while getting work done. Ultimately though I left Totally Promotional because its not really a company that has a lot of career potential, it's mainly just the place that people come to if they need a job. The reason there is a lot of turnover here is because Totally Promotional for one does not pay the best wages which are commensurate for the area with the starting wage being $11.50 an hour. On top of this they also cut the majority of the employees hours during the winter time because business is so slow. On top of this while the CEO and Human Resources are fair and understanding people, there is still a lot of workplace bureaucracy that goes on in the higher levels and from what I saw most of the supervisors and managers did not get into leadership roles because of their hard work but because they were buddy buddy with someone at the top. My recommendations for people looking to work here are only take it if your spouse is making a higher income but you just need a little extra money, your a high school graduate just entering the workforce, a college student, or you just need a job in general while trying to find something better.

At my time at Totally I had two different positions in office. The office itself seems very separated where there is a lot of tension from one side to the other. It definitely feels a lot like high school when it comes the cliques and favorites that are played. If you don’t fit into the group it’s extremely uncomfortable. And they will let you know. 
I a lot of turnover in my time there and that seems to be a pretty consistent issue. 
There is a constant competitive nature there among co-workers. Management is constantly tracking numbers and there is a lot of push to be the best. Which can be good with the right intention and guidance but there it just felt very passive aggressive and uncomfortable. It created a lot of Un-needed stress daily. There was a constant fear of being let go. 
The interview was misleading. I was started at a higher wage due to experience I had but did not receive a review the entire time I was there or a raise till we’ll over a year there. Also there is a lot of hostility from management and the owner if you request a raise. It can definitely put a mark on your back. 
All in all, it’s a decent stepping stone job. And the hours are incredible. But like most jobs who say they are “like a family”, the environment feels very toxic and there is a lot of hostility, favoritism’s, and competitiveness inside. 

When I worked there, I found the environment to be very highschool like and stressful. There was constant pressure from the managers and backstabbing between them all, talking bad about each other’s departments. Very childish and stressful.
They boast about being about family, but I was told from day one I would be lucky to be fired so I don’t have to work there…
After quitting, years later I notice that now they have to have permanent billboards and banners around the county promoting open positions with walk-in interviews. At least today, you can find an open position not only for their factory but many for the office.
There’s a reason turnover has increased and they can’t keep people…
The office is toxic. The factory is toxic. You’re only family and treated well if you get in close with the elite and be a yes man.
Sure there are good people there and you can find people you click well with.
Just proceed with caution and don’t throw all your eggs in this broken, over-promoted, flashy basket.

This could be a great place to work, however, management doesn't do anything about issues they just brush them under the rug and tell everyone to rise above it, even when it is an issue that  is constantly brought up. This leads to angry employees which  leads to high turnover. They will tell everyone in the interview how great of a place it is and there is room for advancement. You can be the best employee there, show up to work on time, never call in sick and go above and beyond the necessary tasks and the possibility of advancement is very small, even with a degree and previous experience. There are many people that have given that company years and years of dedication and they aren't acknowledged for it unless they work for a certain department.

I worked in the warehouse and it was one of the worst places I’ve worked at so far. I know it’s a job, so it’s not supposed to be the most fun thing ever, but the work itself is incredibly boring, and the management has unrealistic expectations. There’s barely any temperature control, so the summer is miserable and it’s hard to do good work when you feel like you’re gonna pass out. The breaks suck. You only get like 20 to 30 minutes, and it takes 5/10 minutes just to get your lunch and walk across the warehouse, so you hardly get any downtime and no time to finish your food, and then it’s back to the terrible long, boring shift. You don’t get anymore breaks after that. To top it all off, the pay is trash and not worth the environment you’re put in. Again, I know jobs aren’t supposed to be fun, especially in a warehouse, but most factories and warehouse jobs at least pay well to make up for the work. I’m telling you, don’t work here.

LOVE the new office building, it is an open environment so everyone can effectively communicate & collaborate together! Each employee gets to sit at an ergo desk, these are amazing as you can sit or stand whenever you'd like!

I also love that they offer competitive pay, health & life insurance options, 401K retirement, vacation days & paid holidays!

The company has grown tremendously in the last 10 years as the owner is a go getter and I know it will only continue to thrive and grow!

Great company to work for & highly recommend!

The workplace isn't the best, some of the people are very judgemental, so I had to keep to myself. It was mid-summer and a NON-air-conditioned building. Imagine working in a 100+ degree building for 8-10 hours a day. I and many others were laid off after only being hired in for 4 weeks. I have been laid off since because with a pandemic going on at the moment it's hard to find a good-paying job in this area. I was a sewing machine operator and would sew for 8-10 hours a day. Very dull and depressing place to work. NOT Recommended. They screwed me and a LOT of other people over.

I've been with Totally Promotional for 3 years and have seen a tremendous amount of growth.  There are plenty of opportunities to advance your career, regardless of how long you have been with the company.

The atmosphere is very laid back, but still fast paced enough that the day goes by quickly.

The benefits are great, especially being given two weeks of unpaid time off to use in your first year.  

Management is really flexible with time off scheduling, which is a big plus!

What is the best part of working at the company?
The people that work there are what make the company worth working for.

What is the most stressful part about working at the company?
How little training you get to do what you’re expected and still make rate.

What is the work environment and culture like at the company?
Diverse; you can find anyone from any walk of life.

What is a typical day like for you at the company?
Work. You get one 20 minute break and that’s it. It can be very long if you don’t keep on what’s needed.

I was excited to start working at my job...until I saw all the serious problems. The management is totally biased. They give you no way to get raises or advancement unless you are one of their favorites. Your work and effort isn’t noticed. Neither are the things you may go out of the way to do. But mess up a tiny thing and boy they are on you like white on rice! If you want a clique filled and drama ridden work environment with constant turnover then this is the company for you!

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