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SolarCity

Acquired by Tesla

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The Solarcoaster - Field Energy Consultant SolarCity Employee Review

4.0
Apr 11, 2016
Recommend
CEO approval
Business Outlook

Pros

Good growth potential in renewable energy industry. Largest player in the US. Excellent leadership with Elon Musk as chairman. Rapid ongoing development of systems and processes gives this large established company the feel and energy of a startup.

Cons

FEC role has almost a 100% turnover rate. Unless you're living with your parents you can't earn a decent living until at least year two. Don't expect your first commission check earlier than 8 months in. This is a difficult sell in a skeptical, wary market. Lots can and does go wrong even after the sale - much outside your control. The recruiter (as is typical) lied about the prospect and likelihood of earning six figures in this role.

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4.0
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Pros

Just to quantify my review a bit, I am within the top 10% of inside sales reps within our 12,000 person company. It is a great place to work and people doing well ARE able to make good money here. The executive team ALWAYS has a platform for reps to help make SolarCity a better place every quarter. They involve the top 20 reps each quarter in various ways to help their peers through an interactive group called Team Elite. Executives, VP's, Directors, and Managers are always willing to help and go to bat when there are issues with things that need to be fixed. The direction of the company is consistent and although the company is large, decision makers work as hard as possible to steer the big ship quickly when necessary.

Cons

Knee jerk reactions with decision making at a director level create issues from time to time. Culture has had its ups and downs due to HUGE growth last year and subsequent high attrition rates.

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