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American Electric Power

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AEP only Promotes Women - Manager American Electric Power Employee Review

2.0
Jul 15, 2022
Recommend
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Pros

Work life balance was good.

Cons

1. Several of us managers have over 20 years of service, all the certifications, and very personable, but management decides to give the Director promotion to a woman who has a degree in the arts and no construction knowledge. 2. AEP hired a new-grad, they now are including her in all the interviews and manager lunches, grooming her to be a director as well. 3. In a team meeting, management said they want to hire more diversity and women, even if they are less trained, then they will train them after being hired. 4. A lot of the new hires have no idea what they are doing, and all us smart employees are leaving.

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5.0
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Pros

Great Culture and leadership team

Cons

Fast moving and fast paced enviroment

2.0
Jun 23, 2026
Recommend
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Pros

Our team is genuinely one of the company’s greatest strengths. People consistently show up for each other, whether someone has a question, needs guidance, or just needs a second set of eyes. There’s a real sense of kindness and collaboration here — everyone jumps in without hesitation, and it creates an environment where you feel supported, valued, and able to do your best work.

Cons

One of the biggest challenges is the lack of formal training when you start, which makes it difficult to feel fully prepared in your role. Management is often busy and not always available when questions come up, so getting timely guidance can be inconsistent. Processes and directions also tend to shift quickly — announcements are made, and then expectations change shortly after, which creates confusion. At times, upper leadership communicates in a way that feels more like talking at employees rather than engaging with them, and concerns raised by staff can be overshadowed by comments about leadership bonuses or priorities that don’t align with what employees are asking for.

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