A Stepping Stone into the Industry with Real Rewards for Hard Work - CEO-Founder bei Click Convert: Mitarbeiterbewertung

5,0
9. Nov. 2024
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Pros

As the owner of Click Convert, I sincerely thank everyone for their reviews. I take many of the points raised to heart, understanding that running an agency like ours is both challenging and demanding. Concerns about leadership have been noted, and I acknowledge that our direction took an unfortunate turn. When a member of our senior management team was diagnosed with cancer, I prioritized supporting him, which significantly altered our course for nearly a year. During this time, I relied heavily on our managers and team leaders, but unfortunately, they did not meet our expectations in team building and customer focus. As a result, these individuals have since departed. While I valued our time together, the results were often disappointing. We have now welcomed a new generation of more talented individuals, bringing fresh energy and expertise to Click Convert. Reviewers often misunderstand that agencies are not solely created to employ staff; they exist to generate value for our clients, which in turn sustains the business and our team. Without clients, there is no business. Some negative reviewers fail to recognize the opportunity Click Convert provided—a door into this industry that others did not open to them. We foolish took a risk in these people. We believed in their potential, investing time and resources to train them to high standards and help build their careers. It’s disappointing to see some respond with spiteful, even narcissistic, comments that only serve to damage the company and the opportunities available to others. The biggest lesson for us is the need for more rigorous recruitment processes to better identify unprofessional, negative, and corrosive individuals who don’t align with our values. Some reviews are so brief and lacking in creativity that they rely on baseless claims, including accusations of discrimination. Ironically, some even display ageist bias while criticizing alleged discrimination. At Click Convert, we value creativity, integrity, and open-mindedness—qualities essential in this industry and in the collaborative culture we work hard to build. Our ultimate focus is on meeting customer needs, which is sometimes overlooked by staff. As we integrate AI into our operations, the reliance on staff will decrease. Our goal is to create the perfect repeatable week in marketing for our clients, meeting their goals within agreed budgets and timelines, which requires dedicated and driven staff. Click Convert is unique in its commitment to hiring and developing recent graduates, pushing them to find their limits and see how great they can become as digital marketing experts. Most agencies prefer experienced hires, often headhunting our alumni, which naturally creates challenges but also highlights the strength of our training and development programs. By the time someone leaves, they may have been influenced by their new employer to view their previous work negatively. However, agencies recognize that we provide excellent training and attract the best talent—why else would they seek Click Convert alumni? This hopefully sheds light on some of the reviews. If we were so bad, why did employees stay with us for years and continue to engage with the current team? Click Convert boasts a young, vibrant culture where all beliefs and preferences are respected, but we challenge our employees to push their boundaries. This is a business of open minds who enjoy life and strive for excellence. Some reviews criticize us for hosting BBQs or pizza events monthly—if taking an afternoon off to eat or play table tennis is an issue, that might be a personal concern. Our culture may not suit everyone, but it's integral to who we are. There are other environments out there, but at Click Convert, employees fit around our dynamic and driven approach—the Click Convert way.

Kontras

Our office is in a rural area, housed in a unique, character-filled former school building. While it’s a bit off the beaten path, it’s close to a cozy pub where the team often wraps up the week together. Many roles here are trainee positions, with a salary that reflects this, but it’s an incredible opportunity to learn and grow early in your career. You’ll gain hands-on experience managing demanding clients and challenging projects that push you to think creatively and solve problems. It’s hard work, no doubt—but would you rather tackle those learning curves now, building resilience and skills, or face them later on? At Click Convert, we believe in discovering your strengths early and seeing just how far you can go!

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3,0
15. Jän. 2025
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- Owners are nice people - They don't Micromanage - Straightforward sales process

Kontras

A bit challenging to communicate with most of the team which is located in Europe.

1,0
19. März 2025
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The team itself is good but other than that there’s not much

Kontras

Minimum wage pay High work load Very high stress A lot of micromanagement No HR (I’ve seen/heard countless things that you would get instantly sacked for anywhere else but the owner just lets it go) Office is not maintained well No real care for staff You only have to look at the responses to other reviews on here to see what this place is really like. It’s never the upper managements fault, it’s always the fault of staff. Any positive review is from upper management or they’ve been asked to leave a positive review on here

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Wow. A 1-star review. Brutal. I was expecting at least a 2 — for the pizza, if nothing else. Lets be honest the pizza is amazing, that should be a 4. I know a 5 is Nancy Silverton's pizza, but she is in LA. I love that place. But let’s talk about it, the review, not the pizza. One issue raised was "micromanagement," which I take seriously. In my experience, claims of micromanagement often arise when someone struggles to meet standards but doesn’t raise their hand for help. Our environment relies on personal responsibility — we don't hover. But perhaps I should reconsider that. A little more direct oversight could sometimes help surface issues earlier, before they become bigger problems. I’m open to improving that balance — while still believing that ownership and initiative are critical for professional growth. Managing Google Ads campaigns successfully is difficult. It demands real talent, real effort, and a mindset that puts clients first. Unfortunately, some people prioritize casual office interactions or out-of-hours activities over answering client emails promptly or addressing concerns thoroughly. It’s easy to blame a client for being "awkward." It's harder — and far more valuable — to put in the work to turn the situation around. The reality of marketing — especially Google Ads — is this: I can’t simply "fire" an underperformer overnight. But a client can walk away immediately if they don't see the results they expect. Without clients, there are no salaries, no training, and no team events. That’s a reality that must be respected. Yes, the work here is hard. It’s supposed to be. I'd ask: would you rather work hard when you're young, with the energy and potential to grow a career — or wait until you're sixty? I often stay late or work on my own time to solve client problems, and I believe that work ethic is essential in marketing. Entry-level roles here start at minimum wage because we invest heavily in training. Once training is complete, team members move to a 30% revenue share model. It’s simple: deliver great client results, and you earn more. Talent, dedication, and problem-solving are rewarded directly. I admit this system has attracted some criticism — usually from those who didn’t want to put in the necessary effort. But those who do engage fully are financially highly rewarded, far beyond what anyone who left for other roles has achieved — with the exception of one outstanding individual who is now an agency director. Good on him. He put in the work, and he deserves his success. I also recognize the need to raise standards in the office environment. I’ve been too relaxed in letting basic tidiness slip. But reinforcing expectations about professionalism isn’t micromanagement — it’s setting a foundation for respect. I also know that when I do raise expectations, there will be comments behind my back about "micro-management." That’s part of leadership — and I’m willing to take it to create the right environment for the team and for our clients. I do realize that I need to encourage more of our current, happy staff to leave positive reviews — because platforms like Glassdoor have unfortunately become moaning grounds for those we had to let go, or who chose to leave. Google Ads is a brilliant industry that can build truly great careers. Many former staff members who embraced the opportunity have gone on to become senior agency directors, heads of AI marketing at incredible startups, and leaders in major businesses. But it’s also true that some leave complaining — and then get stuck. They don’t progress at their next agency. They don’t move forward. And at that point, if they’re still blaming their employer, who is really responsible? I've even seen cases where people claimed their new employer was "racist" in reviews — and while I’m no fan of all my competitors, I know they’re not racist. It’s simply easier to externalize blame than to ask the harder question: "What could I have done differently?" Here’s the truth: if someone else has a better car, a better job, a better career — it’s because in that area, they worked harder, learned faster, or pushed further. Success isn’t handed out. It’s earned. Don’t moan. Improve. But yes — that takes hard work. Bye for now — but hey, before you go, why not check out my YouTube channel? Just type “John Langley Google Ads” into the search bar. There’s a great video called "Fire This Person" — it might just give you a little more perspective on how employment actually works. And yes, of course I squeezed in a pitch. I love marketing. It’s a problem. You really should let Click Convert Marketing handle your Google Ads. Other agencies exist... but let’s be honest — they’re not quite this brilliant. See you out there.
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