Blacksheep of the family - Web Content Specialist CDK Global Employee Review

2.0
Jan 25, 2012
Recommend
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Pros

Always busy, there never was a time that the queue wasn't full of work that needed to get done. Overtime was offered frequently to keep the work queue in check when levels got too high. Great environment, even after bought out by ADP. Relaxed attire which was a nice perk. Location was nice, though the commute from the north end not so much.

Cons

Commute of over an hour. Told when hired on the office would be in Lynnwood. Pay was terrible and raises were non-existent. Lack of recognition for talent and skills. Lack of accountability for employees that didn't pull their share of the work load. Team had lack of pride in work they did. Get it done was more important than get it done right. Compensation was very poor, though they did provide the Orca card for mass transit. Low-level managers were always in meetings and could never put out a consistent message to the workers.

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Cons

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Pros

Competitive pay and benefits (if that outweighs a toxic culture for you. My time at CDK has shown me what good leadership does NOT look like.

Cons

Leadership and management culture were the biggest issues. Poor managers are protected and good employees are left carrying the consequences. There is a strong culture of micromanagement, shifting expectations, and documentation over development. Honest feedback wasn't valued and accountability seemed to stop at management. Over time I watched team morale suffer, trust disappearing, and fellow talented employees leaving in sake of their sanity.

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