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Great company, but no hope of advancement - Anonymous employee Mindbody Employee Review

2.0
Nov 27, 2017
Anonymous employee
Recommend
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Pros

The sense of community and belonging to a purpose is an addiction at MINDBODY. You know that MINDBODY is going to change the world, and you get to be a part of that. The work life balance is fantastic. You have a lot of flexibility and the company really cares to make you feel welcomed.

Cons

There is no interest in leadership to grow internal employees. There is no leadership development, no training, no investment in employees. Management will work you hard and then tell you they have to hire outside talent because no one internally is qualified for advanced roles, or leadership opportunities. In many ways you are just a cog in the wheel to their advancement with no hope for your own. This isn't a new problem either. It's been happening for years at MINDBODY and while has been talk of a solution there is action to make it better. If you come to MINDBODY your only hope is to get skills and then move on to other companies if you want advancement. Note there is no, employee for life program.

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Cons

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4.0
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Pros

During my time at Mindbody, I was fortunate to work in an incredibly supportive team environment. The team was collaborative, fostering a positive and productive atmosphere where everyone’s ideas were valued. My managers played a key role in creating this supportive culture. They were not only approachable and encouraging, but also inspiring leaders who gave me the freedom to take initiative and grow within my role. One of the most rewarding aspects of my experience was the creative freedom I was given. I had the opportunity to explore new ideas and approach challenges in innovative ways, which made the work both exciting and fulfilling. This level of trust and autonomy helped me build my confidence, expand my skills, and develop as a professional. Additionally, the work culture at Mindbody emphasized collaboration, making it easy to share ideas and tackle problems togethe

Cons

While my experience at Mindbody was largely positive, there were a few challenges I encountered. One significant issue was the constant turnover in leadership. This frequent change in management created a sense of instability, as new leaders would often come in with different priorities and approaches. As a result, it sometimes felt like no one was on the same page, leading to a lack of direction and clarity. This inconsistency caused a fair amount of disorganization within the company, making it difficult to align on goals and strategies. The shifting leadership dynamics created some challenges in maintaining a consistent workflow and made it harder to build long-term plans. Despite the supportive team environment, this lack of continuity in leadership was a noticeable drawback.

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