BetterUp reviews

3.2

48% would recommend to a friend

(484 total reviews)
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Alexi Robichaux

53% approve of CEO

47% positive business outlook

BetterUp has an employee rating of 3.2 out of 5 stars, based on 484 company reviews on Glassdoor which indicates that most employees have a good working experience there. The BetterUp employee rating is in line with the average (within 1 standard deviation) for employers within the Information Technology industry (3.9 stars).

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484 reviews
5.0
Apr 7, 2023

High Stakes for an Important Mission!

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Pros

I'm so grateful to work with inspiring, world-class talent on our exciting mission. BetterUp cultivates an environment that is playful and energizing while using science-backed approaches to encourage peak performance. I've greatly appreciated the emphasis on learning, consistent improvement, and well-being across the many forums these can show up. My learnings, improvements, and well-being inside and outside of work are celebrated and encouraged. I trust the leadership and am consistently impressed by their ability to vulnerably own learnings and add zest whenever possible. I'm always so refreshed by how much leadership and ICs alike will do for BetterUp's mission, including putting their regular job duties aside to lean in elsewhere. I've found BetterUp managers and leadership to do an exceptional job pairing work to the skillsets high performers want to grow in. (In addition, I've experienced my work on stretch projects being met with empathy and coaching to hone a craft, one of my favorite parts of this experience.) People who strive for excellence and enjoy a fast-paced start-up environment will likely excel and enjoy BetterUp.

Cons

It's a fast-paced start-up pursuing an important mission; this will not always result in typical 9-5 hours.

4.0
Feb 16, 2023
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Pros

If you are looking for mission driven work that has genuine impact on people's personal and professional development then you will love making a contribution to BetterUp. The work is hard but that is a given if you are joining a category creating startup. However, it is also what makes working at BetterUp so rewarding because of how the organization approaches challenges. The challenges lead to growth and are reinforced through defined practices of regular self-reflection & organizational reflection. These and many other practices are built into the culture which helps drive learning and growth. You will be surrounded by very talented, caring, and driven coworkers which in and of itself is an amazing experience. You will feel supported by peers and have amazing opportunties to learn from others.

Cons

Mission driven work has an alternative side of burnout. It is difficult in the always performing culture to sustain your passion over long periods of time. Though, BetterUp supports recovery through many benefit (PTO, Coaching, etc.). BetterUp's views on career progression are non-traditional. You may have low control over the direction of your career and instead be encouraged instead to consider the impact you create for BetterUp (over any of your professional goals). This creates a strong team environment and does lead to strong organizational results but it also comes at a professional sacrifice not everyone may be willing to make. If you are looking for defined career paths, clear promotion pathways, or an environment with mature talent development practices than BetterUp may not be the best fit for you.

5.0
Sep 14, 2022
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Pros

Exceptional company culture - demonstrated every day. High performers in every area of the company - who hold one another to a high standard. A product that really works and isn't "vaporware" or "coming soon". Investments in the development of the team.

Cons

This is a tough place to get hired. Lots of interviews, not just about your ability, but whether you are a good fit. Growing so fast that sometimes it's hard to find the right person to communicate with but once you do - they're anxious to help.

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