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Project Lead The Way

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Project Lead The Way reviews

2.7

32% would recommend to a friend

(18 total reviews)

Dr. David Dimmett

45% approve of CEO

36% positive business outlook

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1.0
Aug 20, 2024

Company removes reviews

Anonymous employee
Recommend
CEO approval
Business Outlook

Pros

Benefits, time off, mostly remote work.

Cons

I posted a review here several weeks ago that was accepted, however, I initially recieved an email that the company had attempted to remove the review but Glassdoor determined they wouldn't remove it. However, it seems PLTW was persistent, so Glassdoor asked me to rewrite the review. Due to this fact, I think the first thing to know is that PLTW works hard to censor any honest feedback from their employees. To summarize my previous review, I would encourage anyone looking to join PLTW, and current employees, to review the organization's form 990 for the last few years. Here you can see how the c-suite's compensation changes (increases) compared to the rest of the employees struggling to keep up with inflation. I will mostly echo other reviews here. The people are unkind, leadership is out of touch, and in general something feels off. PLTW tries so hard to mask the internal inequity it's embarrassing. Stop trying to fix the problems with company swag and "extras." Fix the problems by addressing the broken performance review process, stop underpaying everyone but leadership, and definitely stop stifling feedback by persuading Glassdoor to remove negative reviews.

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Project Lead The Way Response
1y
Thank you for reaching out and sharing your concerns. We aim to ensure that all feedback is constructive and adheres to the guidelines set by Glassdoor. Sometimes, reviews may be removed by Glassdoor if they don’t meet these guidelines. We are incredibly gratified that recently over 88% of our organization shared that they are happy with their work experience would recommend PLTW as a great place to work. We are disappointed that your experience is not similar. If you’d like to discuss your feedback further, please contact Talent Experience. PLTW values honest and balanced insight, and we’d like the opportunity to address any concerns you may have directly. Thank you!
1.0
Jul 11, 2024

Not worth the trouble.

Anonymous employee
Recommend
CEO approval
Business Outlook

Pros

Ok benefits Remote for the most part SOME nice people.

Cons

- Terrible pay (except for the higher ups of course, see form 990) - Insulting performance review process, leaving everyone unsatisfied. - CEO gloats about how much money they have for acquisition in meetings to underpaid employees. - Compulsory pointless meetings. - Compulsory pointless travel. - Management openly mock the new CEO to anyone who will listen. Very messy. - Management spends a lot of time rearranging things to make it seem like they’re doing something, or holding meetings where they subject you too a self-indulgent apology for the insensitive jokes they made the previous day. - In my time at the company I saw multiple people resign effective immediately, or be let go without warning. - There is no accountability, something is always someone else’s fault. - Loyalty, honesty and new ideas are not rewarded.

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Project Lead The Way Response
1y
Thank you for sharing your feedback. It’s disappointing to hear that your experience with us didn’t meet your expectations. We value all input from our team members and are deeply committed to fostering a positive work environment. As a not for profit, we are deeply committed to our mission and to our dedicated team members who work tirelessly to make it a reality. Thank you again for your feedback, and we wish you all the best in your next chapter.
2.0
Jun 3, 2024

Absence of Leadership

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CEO approval
Business Outlook

Pros

Co-workers (peers) that are willing to help and still have a passion for educational success rather than just growing the bottom line. Positions have remote options. 403b match.

Cons

Many managers (multiple VP, Senior VP, Executive VPs on each team) but no true leadership. Lower than average pay, unless you are included in the group above. Review PLTWs form 990 for more details.

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Project Lead The Way Response
2y
Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback. We continue to enhance our Team Member's overall experience through our cultural work and foundational practices.
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