Not a long-term career solution for most and not always ethical - Recensione dipendente - Dipendente anonimo presso Gradient Financial Group

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16 ott 2019
Dipendente anonimo
Consiglia
Gradimento del CEO
Pronostico commerciale

Vantaggi

* Great co-workers * Relaxed environment * Steady pay * Work never follows you home * Nice facility * Solid business foundation - no one is likely to get laid off anytime soon

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One thing I find absolutely reprehensible and unethical is that management pressures employees to write positive reviews on Glassdoor because legitimate reviews had knocked the companies score down to about a 3.0 or worse. This was confirmed to me directly by four different employees. * Pay is below market value * Almost no room for growth for 90% of employees * No mentorship or continuing education opportunities * Benefits are below market standard * CEO will randomly stop you in the hallway and quiz you on the company. He probably doesn't know your name, either * It's 2019, you MUST develop a more flexible schedule. Forcing employees to sit in a cube for 8.5 hours a day is nonexistent at most companies. And yes, other companies have a large focus on customer service, so that excuse isn't valid anymore. You are losing out on talent because of your archaic practices. * Shifting priorities and long-term strategies on a daily basis - this is mainly the fault of the CEO/Chairman. * Nepotism.

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Risposta di Gradient Financial Group
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Dear Former Employee, thank you for taking the time to share your thoughts about Gradient. I am grateful to see your pros while working at Gradient, as those are a few things we pride ourselves on. We have reviewed the concerns you brought forward. It's unfortunate your experience wasn't what you hoped it would be. In early 2019 we started working on a more direct basis with Glassdoor. At their recommendation we have solicited employees to make reviews on Glassdoor's website. Nowhere in those solicitations were employees asked to do anything more than leave honest and anonymous reviews or feedback. We believe that our employees are our most valuable asset and strive to stay competitive with our entire compensation package including pay. Gradient has become an industry leader due to our efforts recruiting and retaining some of the best talent in our industry. In this competitive environment, you can't attain the level of success Gradient has, without offering employees a competitive compensation package and a desired level of work life balance. Gradient has promoted over 60 people in the last two years! There will always be opportunity for growth within Gradient for people who earn it. Employee development is an integral piece of career progression. With the company's continued growth we are formalizing a tuition reimbursement program. Gradient is in a service industry. In order for Gradient and its employees to be successful, we must be present and available to our customers. If and when employees are not available, they are required to enter PTO. Although you are no longer with Gradient, we appreciate the work you have done and hope you are proud of what you accomplished during your time here. We wish you the best of luck in your endeavors.

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5,0
8 gen 2026
Consiglia
Gradimento del CEO
Pronostico commerciale

Vantaggi

The culture here is really great. It's a family oriented company and everyone around you wants you to succeed. Everyone is always willing to help you learn and grow and there is a lot of opportunity for career advancement. The executives are very down to earth and make it a point to know their employees. I have loved working here!

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Honestly, there is nothing that comes to mind. It's a great company to work for.

2,0
1 apr 2026
Consiglia
Gradimento del CEO
Pronostico commerciale

Vantaggi

The office is clean and well-maintained, and the Arden Hills location offers ample parking and a straightforward commute. Social gestures like occasional "food days" occur, though they often feel like a superficial fix for deep-seated cultural issues.

Svantaggi

Retaliatory Management & "Collective Punishment": Leadership style is centered on punishing the group for the actions of a few. Rather than addressing individual performance or conduct issues professionally, they respond with sweeping, restrictive policies that treat the entire staff like untrustworthy children. The "Bounty" Incident: To illustrate the level of toxicity: the Head of HR once sent a company-wide email offering a $5,000 bounty to identify an individual who sent an email disparaging the owners. This "whistleblower-hunt" created an immediate environment of fear and suspicion. Rigid Micromanagement: Professional trust is non-existent. Flex time was recently removed, and all employees—including exempt staff—are now required to "punch in and out" for every minute worked and every break. Outdated Technology: The internal systems and software are frustratingly behind the times. Much like the dated office decor, the tech infrastructure is clunky and slow, leading to daily "workaround" frustrations for many of us just trying to complete basic tasks. The Nepotism Factor: The "family atmosphere" often feels more like a cover for favoritism and nepotism. If you aren't in the "inner circle," expect to be pressured into taking on significantly more responsibility for little to no additional compensation. Poor Compensation & Development: Salaries are mediocre for the Twin Cities market, and the 401k match is well below industry standards. There is very little training provided; it is a "sink or swim" environment with no meaningful onboarding.

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