I'm considering developing a "Rate My Manager" website for the tech industry, akin to RateMyProfessors for academia. The goal is to provide insights into managerial behaviors and practices, especially those that impact employee well-being but often fly under the radar of HR investigations.
Context: In many tech companies, there's a gap in understanding how managers' actions, especially related to office politics or subtle toxic behaviors, affect team members. These issues, while not always qualifying for HR-level scrutiny, can significantly impact employee morale, mental health, and productivity. New employees, in particular, could greatly benefit from such insights before joining a team.
The site would allow tech professionals to anonymously review their managers on various aspects such as leadership, empathy, decision-making, and their approach to work-life balance. It aims to promote transparency and help potential employees set realistic expectations.
I'm seeking your input:
> Do you think such a platform is needed in the tech industry?
> What are the key signals or aspects that should be included in the reviews?
> Any concerns or suggestions for ensuring the platform remains fair and constructive?
Looking forward to your thoughts and insights. Let's discuss how we can make the tech workplace more transparent and supportive for everyone.
> mkrishnan 12 days ago [dead] [–] > Great idea. > But get ready for tons of law suits....
Also, just asked gpt4 in case any of that is useful:
The concept of a "Rate My Manager" website for the tech industry is a compelling one, addressing the need for more transparent feedback mechanisms regarding managerial behavior and offering valuable pre-employment insights to prospective employees. Key aspects to include in reviews should encompass leadership and vision, empathy, decision-making, respect for work-life balance, opportunities for growth, conflict resolution skills, and efforts in promoting diversity and inclusion. The platform must balance anonymity with accountability to avoid false or malicious reviews, encourage balanced perspectives, and have robust moderation to maintain constructiveness.
Verifying feedback, being aware of legal implications, and allowing managers to respond are also crucial. Emphasizing data security, community engagement, and fostering a culture of constructive feedback can make this platform a transformative tool for improving workplace environments in the tech industry, ensuring it remains fair, informative, and beneficial for all parties involved.