There are perks for sacrifice - Executive Sales Representative Paycom Employee Review

3.0
Feb 18, 2025
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Pros

If you're a true sales professional willing to put in the work, the earning potential is huge. The benefits are some of the best I’ve seen—health, stock options, 401(k) match, pet insurance, parental leave, OnePass, Maven, Cariloop, and more. The pay structure (base + commission) is competitive and definitely enticing. Hitting President’s Club comes with a generous stock grant, though it does take three years to fully vest. Training starts off strong—the energy is electric, and you really get the sense that people want you to win. It’s fun, fast-paced, and engaging. That said, your experience will largely depend on your office and, more specifically, your manager. Ongoing training is available—monthly sessions from the sales learning team, quarterly regional trainings, and weekly manager-led coaching (though this last one varies greatly by office). I appreciated that the learning team was always evolving their approach to help sales reps improve.

Cons

Everything starts from the top. The CEO is highly intelligent and expects a lot from his people, but the leadership style is built on fear, which trickles down through the entire management structure. It’s a very old-school, high-pressure sales environment. While the official hours are 8-5, expect to work well beyond that—especially in your first year—to prep and ensure you're hitting goals. I often worked 7-7. Office culture varies by location, but in my experience, management created a toxic environment. Leadership was passive-aggressive, unprofessional in their communication, and at times inappropriate in their behavior. Public berating, excessive criticism, and a lack of genuine support were common. As a woman—especially a mother—the experience was particularly difficult. I was made to feel guilty throughout my pregnancy and faced constant pressure upon returning, including during breastfeeding breaks. Unfortunately, discussing challenges with leadership was not welcomed and was often met with gaslighting or being labeled a "bad culture fit." The turnover rate is high for a reason. If you're considering this role, be prepared to have thick skin, a strong mental disposition, and the ability to succeed with little support. Speaking up about concerns is often seen as a weakness, and historically, those who do don’t last long.

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Paycom Response
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At Paycom, we're committed to fostering a dynamic, performance-driven culture that pushes our team members to grow and achieve excellence. We expect a lot from our employees, and in return, we offer unparalleled opportunities for growth, learning and earning potential. Leaders are expected to cultivate a culture of respect and open communication, where every team member feels valued and empowered to contribute to our shared goals. In addition, we're committed to providing a workplace where everyone can advance their careers, both personally and professionally. We’d like the opportunity to learn more about your review and encourage you to utilize our reporting hotline, which can be found here: https://payc.me/governance.

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Cons

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We’re glad to see your experience reflect the collaborative, high-performance environment we maintain at Paycom.
2.0
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Pros

- training that will improve your skill - become better at fear management (fight mode is real)

Cons

- you will be threated to be fired- many many times (even if you work extremely hard) - your hard work is not valued- unreasonable expectations - there is not benchmark of success- goal always moves out of reach - no support, managers are more worried about not being fired than helping you

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Paycom Response
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Our standards for performance and professionalism are clear, and we provide the training and support for team members to meet our high expectations. For further discussion, contact hrmgmt@paycomonline.com.
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