Edify Reviews

3.9

79% would recommend to a friend

(43 total reviews)

Tony Lama

Not enough data to show CEO approval

70% positive business outlook

Edify has an employee rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars, based on 43 company reviews on Glassdoor which indicates that most employees have a good working experience there. The Edify employee rating is in line with the average (within 1 standard deviation) for employers within the Information Technology industry (3.9 stars).

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43 reviews
1.0
22 Aug 2023
Recommend
CEO approval
Business outlook

Pros

- The benefits offered were substantial, including comprehensive health insurance, a 401k plan, and unlimited paid time off. - Colleagues are amicable, provided you have the opportunity to get acquainted with them. - Remote work options are available.

Cons

- Sudden CEO Departure: The abrupt firing of the visionary CEO, who had been the driving force behind the company's success, has left many employees bewildered and concerned about the company's future. - Lack of Direction and Transparency: Employees face a frustrating lack of clarity regarding the company's plans and operations. The absence of general direction and transparent communication has created uncertainty among the workforce. - Misguided Layoffs: Layoffs seem to have been influenced by salary considerations rather than genuine company needs. This approach has raised questions about the company's priorities and decision-making process, especially as spending continues in other areas while crucial product development suffers. - Absence of Company-Wide Meetings: The absence of company-wide meetings for an extended period has resulted in a disconnect between management and employees, leading to a lack of unity and shared understanding. - Ineffectual Project Management: The Project Manager's ineffectiveness has caused the development team to fend for themselves, creating a situation where employees have to devise their own tasks to stay productive. - Negative Managerial Attitudes: Managers openly expressing their desire to see certain employees fired fosters a toxic work environment and erodes trust within the team. - Disarray Among Top-Level Executives: The departure of the previous CEO has left the top-level executives in disarray, as they were previously aligned with his vision. The absence of clear leadership direction is affecting decision-making at this level. - Uncertainty Under Interim CEO: The interim CEO's lack of confidence in their role and their openness about the possibility of being replaced by the board further contributes to a sense of instability. - Wasteful Office Space Spending: The company's extravagant spending on office spaces that remain largely empty raises concerns about financial prudence and resource allocation. Mismanaged Consultant Expenses: Despite struggling financially, the company allocates significant funds to consultants. This spending prioritization raises questions about financial responsibility. Payroll and Tax Document Issues: Prolonged periods without access to paystubs and major errors in distributing W2s reflect a concerning lack of attention to essential administrative tasks. Sales-Product Disconnection: The consistent message of having an exceptional product contrasts starkly with the apparent inability of the sales team to effectively sell it. This gap between product quality and sales performance indicates underlying issues that need to be addressed.

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Edify Response
2y
Thank you for your review. While no organization is perfect, we take feedback very seriously and plan on making actionable changes. Transparency has been absent and our employees deserve better. Fortunately, much of what is said here is being addressed in real-time. Edify’s leadership team has recognized that a shift in culture needs to happen, starting at the top. The core vision of the company remains as it has been since its inception, and we are optimistic about our future.
1.0
15 Nov 2019
Recommend
CEO approval
Business outlook

Pros

Casual atmosphere, Great swag, Exciting environment

Cons

Bro culture, quantity over quality, misogyny, lead by fear culture

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Edify Response
6y
Thank you for taking the time to share this feedback with us. We strive for community in our work place and are sorry to hear your experience while working at Edify did not reflect that. Moving forward, we will continue to collaborate as a team, challenge each other, and invest in our employees, equally. Best of luck in your career!
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