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      Unbelievably toxic culture - Sales Representative Paycom Employee Review

      1.0
      Sep 13, 2024
      Sales representative
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      Pros

      Money could be good….if you can deal with psychotic micro-managing from their corporate office…but something like 90% of sales reps either quit or get fired during their first year

      Cons

      The single most toxic workplace I’ve ever experienced. Get ready to work 70+ hours a week in a territory that’s been heavily prospected, with corporate leaders staring down your neck every second of every day, looking for a reason to fire you. Every single rep I ever met is terrified that they’ll be next to get fired. Motivation is fear-based, and that’s by design. Has the feel of a scammy multi-level marketing company on the inside. Corporate HQ cares more about how much you’re drinking their kool aid than your actual financial performance, and star reps are constantly being fired on minimal notice. President’s Club means nothing in terms of job security, and they’ll start interviewing your replacement the second that they think you had one bad week. The whole “our sales reps are so rich” image that they push so hard is fools gold. Clawbacks are common, stock gifts don’t vest for years and years (they know you won’t be around long enough for them to vest), and they won’t hesitate to pull reps off of deals and fire people on the spot. When I first opened my desk drawers, I found business cards from 4 prior reps who didn’t last longer than 8 months

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      Paycom Response
      1y
      At Paycom, our HR and leadership teams are here to support our employees and deliver on our commitment to fostering an employee-centric culture. We place a strong focus on performance and work ethic, for we believe they are a significant part of the foundation of our success. Although we understand certain work environments aren't for everyone, we strive to cultivate a positive space that creates ample growth opportunities for our employees. We prioritize open communication between team members and leadership and sincerely hope you have been proactive in sharing your concerns with your HR business partner and direct leader. If you have not, we encourage you to do so.

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      5.0
      Jun 26, 2026
      Software analyst
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      Pros

      Great environment to be working in

      Cons

      Job security was really scary

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      Paycom Response
      1d
      We’re glad to see your experience reflect the collaborative, high-performance environment we maintain at Paycom.
      2.0
      Jun 26, 2026
      Leader in tech
      Recommend
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      Pros

      * Fast learning and professional skill growth. * Great people and strong teams. * Recognized name in the OKC community. * Valuable experience that strengthens future career opportunities, especially in Tech.

      Cons

      Over the past couple of years, career growth has felt extremely limited. Promotions and meaningful raises have become increasingly rare, and many employees believe these decisions are being driven from the very top. Layoffs and terminations have also become common, creating a constant sense of uncertainty. High performers often take on high-visibility projects with aggressive timelines and limited support. The expectations are unrealistic, and even successful delivery doesn’t usually lead to recognition or advancement. Leadership tends to make decisions very late, creating unnecessary urgency and forcing teams into last-minute scrambles. Benefits have declined, opportunities for advancement have become scarce, and overall morale has suffered significantly. There are talented people here and it can be a good place to gain experience, but I would view it primarily as a stepping stone rather than a long-term destination.

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      Paycom Response
      12h
      We operate with high expectations and clear priorities, with leaders responsible for providing direction and support. We continue to offer opportunities and resources to help team members develop and take on new challenges.
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