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4.1

81% would recommend to a friend

(2,802 total reviews)
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Stephen J Squeri

89% approve of CEO

79% positive business outlook

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1.0
Apr 2, 2026
Recommend
CEO approval
Business Outlook

Pros

Coworkers – The people on your team can be supportive and make the workday more tolerable. Hybrid schedule – Some flexibility with working from home a few days a week. 401(k) plan – The benefits package is decent, particularly the retirement plan.

Cons

Extreme compliance and micromanagement – Every call is monitored, rules are enforced inconsistently across departments, and even minor mistakes can land you on a disciplinary “level”. Unrealistic expectations and constant pressure – Leadership openly demands perfection, and sales goals are structured so you feel forced to push products just to survive. Lack of transparency and job security – Termination decisions come with zero warning, investigations dig back months, and favoritism dictates who gets leniency. Highly political environment – Kiss up to directors and you’re fine; otherwise, you’re disposable and micromanaged. Stressful and unstable compensation – Pay and commission change frequently and rarely in your favor, making the 401(k) and hybrid schedule the only real positives.

3.0
Mar 31, 2026

Decent pay and benefits

Recommend
CEO approval
Business Outlook

Pros

Some benefits outweigh pay parity which is lower than industry

Cons

Senior leadership lacks transparency and clarity

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