Block reviews

3.3

45% would recommend to a friend

(2,108 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 2,108 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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1.0
Mar 4, 2024

Ehhhh

Recommend
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Pros

Remote Work: The company embraces remote work, allowing employees the flexibility to work from various locations, promoting work-life balance and productivity. Unlimited PTO: Employees enjoy the benefit of unlimited paid time off, fostering a culture of trust and autonomy, and encouraging a healthy approach to time off.

Cons

Authenticity of Relationships with Upper Management: While interactions with upper management may initially appear friendly, there's a noted disparity between appearances and reality. It's crucial for employees to maintain awareness of the professional nature of these relationships. Formation of Exclusive Groups: An "in" group formed during the inception of the payroll division, potentially creating challenges for those who weren't part of the initial cohort to integrate fully. This dynamic can impact collaboration and morale. Fear-Based Management: Upper management may exhibit tendencies of prioritizing self-preservation when faced with pressure from higher authorities, potentially leading to instances where individuals are unfairly scapegoated. Limited Opportunities for Career Advancement: Despite efforts or aspirations to advance within the company, there may be perceived or actual barriers hindering upward mobility. This aspect can affect employee morale and long-term commitment to the organization.

2.0
Jan 29, 2024
Recommend
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Pros

The culture they create at Block is really something else. Unfortunately it's the best place I've ever worked

Cons

The business decisions the company makes are illogical and Block is often times behind new products, designs and marketing. In face, Block's marketing budget is really low compared to all other ecommerce platforms. The company also heavily sends out emails of inclusiveness and has a clear political stance on modern political issues. The company spend a lot of time and money towards special minority groups and singles out all other groups of people. The company spends too much money on buildings for CS reps who don't even go into the office. The office can hold 200+ people and only 3+ are there at any time. The company has done away from team builders, so to get to know anyone on your team (while working remote) there is none. While the culture was a pro, it is actually on a decline.

1.0
Oct 12, 2022

Leadership void

Anonymous employee
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Pros

Decent product base for future growth potential.

Cons

Jack Dorsey does not lead as a CEO. Cash and Block are run as separate companies but must share certain resources, leading to infighting. The organization is bloated to the point that true innovation rarely happens. Afterpay acquisition was a huge waste of money.

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