This was the top Glassdoor workplace way back when. Now...... - Senior Manager The Motley Fool Employee Review

1.0
Jul 16, 2025
Recommend
CEO approval
Business Outlook

Pros

Remote work and decent (but declining) benefits.

Cons

In the words of Liz Ryan, a workplace expert, "Once a healthy, vibrant culture starts going downhill, it’s very difficult to change it back." TMF is showing all the signs: policies become harsher, metrics take the place of human decision-making, and employees' needs fall to the bottom of the priority list. A once-great culture that cultivated employee engagement, camaraderie, and loyalty is being painfully dismantled. The individual success coaching for employees was eliminated without any discussion or announcement. A DOGE-like atmosphere has descended, with indiscriminate buyout offers reducing headcount without any strategy, forcing employees to sign a "loyalty to AI" oath (or be asked to leave), and in the absence of goals or objectives, requests for employees to justify their existence in writing instead of relying on managers and leaders to gauge performance and need. The company is increasingly relying on contractors who lack institutional knowledge, an understanding of "Foolish", and have no reason to buy into the culture. The CTO is unprofessional and does not engage with employees. The CEO stays removed and hides behind video "demos" and only wants to hear what he already believes. He sows chaos in the ranks by constantly chasing the latest shiny object and changing priorities on a dime. If you disagree with him or present a contrary opinion, you are considered a liability. The company has money management businesses (billion-dollar five-star funds) for which it does not provide adequate marketing resources or relevant employee compensation plans. Pay raises have become a joke, falling so far behind the market and inflation that you actually lose money by working there. They brought in a 'compensation manager' who is an accountant with no experience in Human Resources or compensation benchmarking. It seems that this individual was placed in this role solely to justify the poor compensation decisions and collect the loyalty oaths. However, if the CEO likes you, your manager likes you, and you don't cause trouble or question anything, you can work from home and receive some decent benefits.

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Pros

Generous benefits,Great benefits and the company really leans into being AI-first, which makes the work feel exciting and future focused. The mission of helping the world invest smarter is meaningful, and the people here are awesome, smart, kind, and fun to work with.

Cons

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3.0
Jul 10, 2026
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Recommend
CEO approval
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Pros

Remote work and work-life balance are excellent. The people are genuinely kind and approachable, and the Operations team provides one of the best onboarding experiences I’ve had. Company events and on-sites happen often enough to build meaningful relationships with coworkers without feeling excessive. The benefits package is one of the strongest perks, including an excellent 401(k) match. A special shoutout to Spring Health—it’s an outstanding benefit that many employees will appreciate. The company also offers nice surprises throughout the year, such as occasional bonuses or RSU grants around the holidays. Compensation is fair, though it varies by role and largely depends on what you negotiate when you’re hired. Overall, the culture is laid-back, supportive, and filled with people who are easy to work with, making it an enjoyable place to be.

Cons

Processes and internal structure can feel overly corporate at times, making even simple operational tasks take longer than they should. There are often multiple layers of approvals, which can slow decision-making. The promotion and compensation process lacks transparency, making career progression and raises feel somewhat unclear. Salary increases tend to be modest, and most employees do not receive a formal annual bonus tied to their compensation. While RSUs are offered, their perceived value can vary and may not feel as meaningful as traditional cash incentives. Strategic decision-making can sometimes be slow, with leadership and management appearing hesitant to make timely decisions. Compared to many modern tech companies, the culture feels more established than startup-like, with less emphasis on speed, innovation, and rapid execution. As AI continues to reshape the industry, it will be important for the company to adapt quickly. It remains to be seen whether it can evolve at the pace required to stay competitive.

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