Block reviews

3.3

45% would recommend to a friend

(2,113 total reviews)
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Jack Dorsey

32% approve of CEO

26% positive business outlook

Block has an employee rating of 3.3 out of 5 stars, based on 2,113 company reviews on Glassdoor which indicates that most employees have a good working experience there. The Block 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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2K reviews
3.0
Mar 19, 2025
Recommend
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Pros

- Stable, after layoffs at the start of the year there is job security - Compensation once low versus covid pay, is better now - People are nice and care a lot about work/life balance - Annual raises 0-3% depending on your performance - Unlimited time off and remote - Ability to work from different locations/countries for a certain amount of time

Cons

- Tons of change from layoffs, leading to lack of clarity from leadership - Depending on team its a territory war - Some people won't listen to you unless you've been here for awhile or you have merit through your title - Moves extremely slow... If you want challenges and growth its not here. Lucky to get new creatives to test in 6 weeks even if its just a copy change - Favoritism is a thing depending on team - Given the flat org, once you hit a certain level there isn't much room to grow your career

3.0
Dec 9, 2024
Recommend
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Pros

Pros: • Square and its parent company, Block, have an admirable mission to empower businesses and individuals through innovation and financial inclusion. Their focus on values such as transparency, empathy, and collaboration sets them apart in the fintech space. • The recruitment team reflects these values well. My experience with them was detailed, thorough, and professional, setting a high standard for candidate engagement. • Square has created groundbreaking products that genuinely help businesses thrive. Being part of a company that prioritizes empowerment and accessibility is inspiring. • During the interview process, I encountered a leader who truly embodied the values of empathy, inclusion, and innovation. His engagement and thoughtfulness demonstrated what leadership at Square could and should look like, and it was inspiring to see these values in action.

Cons

Cons: • Leadership and company culture don’t always align with the values they promote. For example: • Empathy: Some interactions during the interview process lacked basic engagement and respect, which felt at odds with the company’s commitment to this value. • Transparency: It was evident the position had already been filled before my interview, but this was not communicated. This lack of openness diminished trust in the process. • Innovation: Suggestions for thinking outside the box during a role-play exercise were dismissed outright, which seemed contradictory to Block’s emphasis on creativity. • Knowledge Gaps: One of the interviewers did not know how to answer when asked how they foster a positive company culture. This is a red flag, as fostering culture is fundamental to a company’s leadership and values.

1.0
Nov 23, 2024

WOKE VIRUS

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Pros

In office perks - meals, etc.

Cons

Leadership. The Senior staff was disconnected from their employees and expected that everyone would always agree with them. Leads were put in positions to agree with senior staff and didn't have a grasp of their teams jobs. They actively pursue DEI hires & if you aren't one you are scrutinized. There is nepotism with leads getting their family members hired. The culture is awful, every team member will stab you in the back to gain favor with your boss. The unlimited vacation policy is not real. You can expect to work 80+ hrs per week & if you are a woman that works for a man or vice versa expect to be treated differently. I hated everyday of going to work at this place. Jack is not a leader.

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