Pay for Performance! Not for Everyone - Manager Vista Host Employee Review

5.0
Apr 13, 2014
Recommend
CEO approval
Business Outlook

Pros

Personal and professional growth opportunities, Senior management listens to and acts on Ideas from all levels of staff, Pays well for good performance- both hourly and salaried staff, Micro-analyzes all details of the business but does not micro-manage, Huge support team of available resources to assist, Regional Directors, VP's, COO, and CEO always available via cell-phone and provide their number to all associates to be reached at any time.

Cons

Pay for performance company is not for everyone. It means some weeks are 70+ hours and others are 40, but that is to be determined by the employee and their hotel's needs. Having self-governing power is difficult for many to manage themselves appropriately, and I've seen many success and failure stories along the way.

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Pros

Hands-on ownership and executive team: Upper management is very engaged and visible, which makes it easy to feel connected to the company’s direction and values. Strong community involvement: There are plenty of opportunities to volunteer and participate in community-focused initiatives, which adds a meaningful dimension to the workplace experience. Supportive sales team: The sales team is truly wonderful, collaborative, upbeat, and always willing to help. Working alongside them is one of the highlights.

Cons

No 401(k) contribution: While a plan is offered, the lack of employer contribution is a significant downside compared to industry standards. Minimal annual raises: Yearly increases are typically just a little over 2%, which doesn’t reflect performance or growing responsibilities. Meeting overload: There are too many meetings and reports, which often feel repetitive and take time away from core responsibilities. Sales vs. Operations divide: The experience differs dramatically depending on the department. Sales and Operations function almost like separate companies, with noticeable differences in support, communication, and treatment. Low pay for the workload: Compensation does not match the level of responsibility or expectations placed on employees, especially in operations.

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Vista Host Response
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Thank you for taking the time to share your experience with Vista Host. We’re glad to hear that you found value in our hands-on leadership approach, our commitment to community involvement, and the support you received from the sales team. These are areas we take pride in, and it’s encouraging to know they had a positive impact on your time with us. We also appreciate your honest feedback about the challenges you encountered. Your comments regarding compensation, workload, meeting structure, and the differences between Sales and Operations are important to us. We recognize that these are meaningful areas of opportunity, and we are actively evaluating how we can strengthen alignment across departments, streamline processes, and ensure our teams feel supported and valued. Employee feedback—both positive and constructive—plays a vital role in shaping our ongoing efforts to improve the work experience at Vista Host. We remain committed to fostering a culture of growth, collaboration, and fairness, and your insights help guide that work. Thank you again for sharing your perspective, and we wish you the very best in your future endeavors. — Vista Host Management
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