The new social media platform enables users to anonymously 'critique' their coworkers.

Giving feedback to coworkers without fear of backlash? This anonymous platform, Company Bowls, has got you covered.

Communication in the workplace is crucial for fostering a healthy and productive environment. Glassdoor, a renowned platform for employee reviews and job insights, has introduced an innovative feature called 'Company Bowls'. This is a new step towards promoting open dialogue and employee feedback in the workplace.

Company Bowls functions as a virtual communication space, allowing employees to engage in anonymous discussions with their colleagues on work-related issues. Employees can express thoughts, share experiences, and seek advice without fear of repercussions. This creates a safe space and encourages authentic exchanges, free from judgment.

To ensure the authenticity and credibility of users, Glassdoor requires employees to provide their full names and work email addresses to access the platform. However, they still have the option to remain anonymous and only disclose their official names when they choose to do so.

Company Bowls offers a valuable feature for CEOs to gain deeper insights into employees' emotions and concerns. Through real-time feedback from employees, management can assess the overall company morale, identify underlying issues, and implement effective solutions.

Glassdoor has tailored Company Bowls to specific industries such as law, healthcare, and technology, to meet the diverse needs of users. They have also established various groups, such as 'sisterhood circle,' 'chit-chat club,'... based on interests and compatibility with members. This ensures that employees can connect with others who share similar experiences, fostering a sense of community and mutual support in their work.

A recent survey conducted by Glassdoor and The Harris Poll revealed that 68% of American adults want to ask anonymous questions to their employers and colleagues. Company Bowls addresses this need by providing employees with access to advice, sharing concerns, and exchanging valuable insights without worrying about sensitive issues.

While Glassdoor boasts the creativity of Company Bowls, its competing counterpart, Blind, is equally formidable. Blind, an anonymous forum established since 2013, is seen as a 'LinkedIn alternative' allowing employees to discuss candidly on serious issues such as employee layoffs, salaries, and working conditions. This underscores the demand for anonymous communication channels in today's professional landscape.

Glassdoor has also collaborated with Fishbowl and acquired this platform in 2021. Consequently, Company Bowls aims to create a dynamic online community that supports employees, fostering open dialogue and valuable exchanges of ideas. Implementing Company Bowls on Glassdoor's website and app will enable employees to connect, learn, and develop in their corporate environment.

With features and applications like Company Bowls, every employee within the same organization can easily provide feedback, evaluate perspectives, and express opinions straightforwardly to secure appropriate benefits without worrying about envy, backstabbing, or personal vendettas in corporate environments.

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