Handy, formerly Handybook, is an app through which users can book cleaners, plumbers, handymen, and other household service providers. read more
Handy Company Culture
Handy Culture
This score is derived from employee ratings & reviews2.5/5
Handy's Overall Culture is rated D-
Top Rated Culture Dimensions
Office Culture
CEnvironment
D+eNPS
DDiversity
D-Professional Development
D-Handy CEO
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Oisin Hanrahan
39 /100
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Diversity at Handy
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D-
Diverse employees at Handy have rated Environment, Meetings, and Retention as the highest categories they have scored
Women at Handy
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F
Women at Handy have rated Environment, Perks And Benefits, and Manager as the highest categories they have scored
Handy eNPS
Net Promoter Score tracks your employees' overall score to this question: "On a scale from 0-10, how likely are you to recommend working at your company to a friend?"Bottom 15%Bottom 15% of Similar Size Companies on Comparably
Recommend to a Friend?
-53
Handy employees are -53% more likely to recommend Handy as a great place to work
| 19% | Promoters |
|---|---|
| 9% | Passives |
| 72% | Detractors |
Working at Handy
Working at Handy is rated below average by 82 employees, across various culture dimensions. Handy employees rate Office Culture highest among all categories, and think that Compensation and Perks And Benefits have the most room for improvement, putting Handy’s culture in the Bottom 10% compared to similar sized companies on Comparably and in the Bottom 5% compared to other companies in Danbury, CT. See below in detail how working at Handy was rated by employees.
Overall Company Culture at Handy
D-
Overall Company Culture at Handy is rated D-
Last updated months ago
Bottom
10%
Handy ranks in the Bottom 10% of other companies on Comparably with 11-50 Employees for Overall Company Culture Score
Handy Employee Reviews
Out of 139 Handy employee reviews, 45% were positive. The remaining 55% were constructive reviews with the goal of helping Handy improve their work culture.
| Positive Reviews | 45% |
|---|---|
| Constructive Feedback | 55% |
Positive Reviews From Handy Employees
- What did you like most about the interview process?Ther wwa sneve interciw proscess
- What do you like best about the leadership team?I didalike the leadership team
- What is the best part about your compensation package?Salary is very competitive. Lots of small perk
Constructive Feedback From Handy Employees
- What's going wrong and how can it be improved?To talk a live human person
- What does the leadership team need to get better at?Stop being so greedy and takinf 50-80% of the job pay.
- Why do you feel undervalued and what would make you feel better about your compensation?They have to understand workers better cause to work everywhere by taking the Bus us not easy, just have more understanding.
Handy Company Information
Handy Company Overview
Handy, formerly Handybook, is an app through which users can book cleaners, plumbers, handymen, and other household service providers.
Handy was founded in 2012 and its current CEO is Oisin Hanrahan. Since its inception 14 years ago, Handy has grown to 188 employees.
Handy Mission, Vision & Values
Handy Mission & Values
We make booking household services faster and simpler!
| Headquarter | Chelsea, NY United States of America |
|---|---|
| Website | handy.com |
| Founding Date | 2012 |
| Tel | (888) 847-6036 |
| Company Status | Private |
| Jobs | www.handy.com/careers |
Handy Competitors
Handy competitors include Thumbtack and TaskRabbit. Handy ranks 3rd in Overall Culture Score on Comparably vs its competitors. See below how Handy compares to its competitors with CEO Rankings, Product & Services, NPS, Pricing, Customer Services, Overall Culture Score, eNPS, Gender and Diversity Scores.
A Day in the Life
A Day in the Life
Handy employees generally work 8.8 hrs a day
Work Hours
A Day in the Life
Employees at Handy report the work pace is extremely fast
Work Pace
A Day in the Life
50% of Handy employees look forward to interacting with their team every day
Coworkers
A Day in the Life
Handy employees never get valuable feedback on how to improve at work
Feedback
A Day in the Life
54% of Handy employees call their work environment negative
Environment
Handy Employees
Handy has 188 employees. 82 employees at Handy have reviewed Handy across various culture dimensions, providing their opinions on items ranging from executive ratings to the pace at work. The latest review was months ago.
Overall, the 82 Handy employees give their leadership a grade of F, or Bottom 5% of similar size companies on Comparably. This includes specific ratings of their executive team, CEO, and manager.
Employees at Handy are mostly dissatisfied with their total compensation at Handy, which includes a combination of pay, stock and equity, and benefits.
Overall, employees at Handy are mostly dissatisfied with their team. 82 Participants grade the quality of their coworkers an F. Less than half believe the meetings at Handy are effective, and the majority look forward to interacting with their coworkers.
The majority of employees at Handy believe the environment at Handy is positive. Most Participants believe the pace of work at Handy is extremely fast. About 50% of the employees at Handy work 8 hours or less, while 5% of them have an extremely long day - longer than twelve hours.
Overall, the employees at Handy are dissatisfied, based on their aggregated ratings of future outlook, customer perception, and their excitement going to work.
Joining Handy - Employee Onboarding
The prevailing opinion from employees about joining Handy is that the company was somewhat prepared on their first day. Handy employees concluded that their overall onboarding experience was negative. 50% said their direct manager was helpful with their acclimation during the first 90 days. First impressions are important, and how prepared a company is on your first day leaves a lasting impression.
Handy KPIs and OKRs
At Handy 50% of employees think their department KPIs and OKRs are clear. Employees’ understanding of Handy's KPIs and OKRs is essential for its success. Out of 4 Handy employees who’ve answered, “Are your company’s goals clear and are you invested in them?” 1 have said yes.
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Diversity & Inclusion at Handy
Diverse employees at Handy score the company 51/100 across various culture categories, placing Handy in the Bottom 10% of companies on Comparably with 11-50 Employees for Comparably's diversity score. The Diversity score provides insights into how diverse employees feel and rate their work experience at Handy across various culture dimensions.
Ranked Culture the Highest
Ranked Culture the Lowest
Handy Perks & Benefits
Health & Wellness
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Health Insurance
- Life Insurance
Paid Time Off
- PTO / Vacation Policy
- Paid Holidays
- Maternity / Paternity Leave
Financial Benefits
- 401K / Retirement Plan
- Tuition Reimbursement
Office Perks
- Work From Home Policy
- Unique Office Space
Handy PTO
Handy's PTO and Vacation policy typically gives 0-10 days off a year with 50% of employees expected to be work free while out of office. Handy's benefits and PTO Package averages to represent a $1500 - $2500 cash value per month.
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Handy Careers
Handy Jobs
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Overview of Candidates Interested in Handy on Comparably
Candidates By Department
All Industries | 55% | |
|---|---|---|
Product | 14% | |
Marketing | 9% | |
Design | 9% | |
HR | 5% | |
Other | 9% |
Candidates By Location
New York City | 32% | |
|---|---|---|
Fort Worth | 9% | |
Washington | 5% | |
Los Angeles | 5% | |
Denver | 5% | |
Other | 45% |
Frequently Asked Questions regarding Handy
Who is the CEO of Handy?
Handy CEO is Oisin Hanrahan, their score by employees is 39
What is Handy eNPS?
The eNPS for Handy is -53
How many employees work in Handy?
Handy has 188 employees
Who are Handy competitors?
Handy main competitors are Thumbtack, TaskRabbit
What are the benefits at Handy?
Handy perks and benefits are Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, Health Insurance, Life Insurance, PTO / Vacation Policy, Paid Holidays, Maternity / Paternity Leave, 401K / Retirement Plan, Tuition Reimbursement, Work From Home Policy & Unique Office Space
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