How to do a big layoff while saving face - Sales Development Representative (SDR) BambooHR Employee Review

1.0
Feb 9, 2023
Recommend
CEO approval
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Pros

Fully remote is nice, and SDR managers mean well.

Cons

I have always felt proud to be a part of such a values-driven organization. However, the recent announcement regarding the increase in quota by 25% with only a 1% increase in salary has left me feeling discouraged and frustrated. This new quota is not only unrealistic, but it will likely result in a pay cut for many employees who have been working hard to hit their targets. The company's values of doing the right thing, assuming the best, being open, enjoying quality of life, growing from good to great, leading from where you are, and making it count, seem to be at odds with this decision. As a SDR, I understand the importance of meeting targets and exceeding expectations, but the sudden increase in quota with such a minimal increase in salary makes it nearly impossible for us to do so. This puts a tremendous amount of pressure on employees and could lead to burnout and decreased morale. I have spoken with many of my colleagues, and they share my concerns. We all feel like our hard work and dedication to the company is not being recognized or valued. I hope that the company takes these concerns into consideration and finds a more equitable solution for its employees. While I have enjoyed working for this company in the past, the recent changes have left me feeling disappointed and frustrated. I hope that the company will reconsider this decision and find a way to support its employees in a meaningful and sustainable way.

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3.0
May 27, 2026
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Pros

If you find the right pockets of culture and leadership, you will LOVE it at Bamboo. The Marketing, Technology, HR, and Finance organizations have fantastic leaders who truly care about their employees. There are many opportunities to grow within these departments and career paths are clearly defined. Pay is not great, but the benefits are amazing.

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There are SO many snakes in the grass here. Especially within the CX and Sales organizations. CX and Sales leaders are always looking for ways to hurt each other and they do - frequently. The organization is is going through a big growth phase, but it means that the pressure is INSANE right now. There are too many projects happening at once and no one cares about how it affects other areas of the org.

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