Lessen reviews

2.2

23% would recommend to a friend

(179 total reviews)
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Jay McKee

26% approve of CEO

14% positive business outlook

Lessen has an employee rating of 2.2 out of 5 stars, based on 179 company reviews on Glassdoor which indicates that most employees have an average working experience there. The Lessen employee rating is 41% below average for employers within the Real Estate industry (3.8 stars).

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179 reviews
1.0
Oct 14, 2025
Recommend
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Pros

this company had no pros

Cons

terrible, working for the worst people

1.0
Oct 11, 2025

Talented Team Undermined by Poor Leadership and Lack of Direction

Anonymous employee
Recommend
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Pros

Lessen has a genuinely talented and supportive group of employees who care deeply about their work and each other. Collaboration among peers is strong, and despite constant change, many individuals go above and beyond to deliver results. The company’s mission and customer-facing vision hold real potential, and working there offers opportunities to develop resilience, adaptability, and a firsthand understanding of how to navigate organizational challenges.

Cons

Unfortunately, the strengths are consistently undermined by weak executive leadership and a lack of clear strategic direction. Layoffs occurred nearly every week for over two years without transparency or apparent rationale, creating an atmosphere of fear and low morale. The CEO is largely absent and disconnected from employees, which has only deepened uncertainty and frustration across teams. Leadership often relies on asking broad questions rather than providing actionable guidance or a cohesive vision for the company’s future. Additionally, the technology stack and user experience remain outdated, costing the business credibility and major deals in an increasingly competitive market. Efforts to manage significant debt appear to take priority over long-term innovation or employee stability, leaving the organization in a constant state of reaction rather than progress.

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