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You can be a Big Company or a startup - Mindbody wants both and it doesn't work - Engineer Mindbody Employee Review

3.0
Sep 30, 2019
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Pros

-Flexible work arrangements (depending on your manager) - work from home when you want -Really great people - basically everyone I worked both on my team and with other teams with was a decent human being -I was hourly, as in OT eligible, which is nearly unheard-of and really helped offset late-night work -My bosses were extremely assertive in making sure we had the work-life balance we needed and wanted -Bonus structure was tied to my team's performance, so it was something we could actually work towards and achieve -We had wide latitude to get the tools we needed to do our jobs, either a better keyboard or a better application/software/etc. -Great commute location (at least if you're from Jersey) -Breakfast, snacks, other stuff stocked and catered Wednesday breakfasts -Lots of communication between all departments - we all know what we're working on and how it all comes together -Not a bad benefits package - reasonable healthcare premiums, 401k match was never screwed with, bonus never got taken away -Workplace and life wellness is taken very seriously - there are useful seminars, wellness teams, etc.

Cons

-Salary was a bit low in the pay band, and was offset by RSUs which got fixed at an acquisition date strike price -HR didn't pay out even a fraction of my RSUs since I left two months before the vesting date - gone, poof, nothing, so -After Vista acquired Mindbody, we all had to take an IQ test, the results of which were averaged out per team and used as a minimum score to meet or beat if you want to be hired (e.g. if you're applying for a role with a team that had a high average score, you don't even get looked at if you don't beat it) -Way too metrics-focused from the top down in terms of IT security - percentage of vulnerable assets (regardless of how critical the vuln is) was treated with call-center style pressure to bring numbers down

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Cons

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4.0
Nov 11, 2024
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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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