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Cornerstone OnDemand

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Fast Growth in All Areas - Anonymous employee Cornerstone OnDemand Employee Review

5.0
19 Mar 2010
Anonymous employee
Recommend
CEO approval
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Pros

+ They're definitely in the right sector and making the right choices with their product offering as there's been tremendous sustained growth year after year, even in this economy. + Culture is very goal-orientated, deliverables driven, and recognizes ownership, so if you have the personality that meshes well with that environment you can achieve--and be recognized--for a lot. + They've launched a Foundation that is addressing the needs of charitable organizations externally and promoting employee volunteerism within the community internally. + Company has steadily climbed in analyst rankings and in reception of rewards for both its software and its management. + Great location and full benefits, plus gym in the workplace, nearby beach access, central to Santa Monica Tech and Studios (next Yahoo, MTV, Universal, DMG, etc.)

Cons

+ If you're based in the Santa Monica office the cost of living can be high, but that's part of Southern California in general.

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5.0
7 Apr 2026
Recommend
CEO approval
Business outlook

Pros

Great leadership. Clear vision for growth and success.

Cons

Acquisitions created competing products and culture.

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Cornerstone OnDemand Response
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Thanks for sharing this; it's great to hear your positive outlook on our leadership and vision as that’s something we really care about. There can be challenges that come along with acquisitions, especially when it comes to aligning products and culture. While these decisions are made to support growth and long-term success, they don’t always feel seamless in the moment. Again, I appreciate you sharing your perspective and wish you all the best. -Carina Cortez, Chief People Officer
2.0
8 Jun 2026
Recommend
CEO approval
Business outlook

Pros

Originally, this company was very supportive. There were many layers of resources meant to make employees successful. After the purchase of the company by PE they have cut software, resources and staffing to increase profits. I would not say there are many advantages over other employers in the field today. The ability to work from home is a pro. Complexity of the software is a pro because the work isn't boring. There's always something to learn.

Cons

- no real path to advancement, Cornerstone used to promote from within, over the past several years the majority of hired have been external - management cares a lot about stats but doesn't care to educate employees on how to meet those expectations. Ex. If a employee gets a negative survey it isn't reviewed and strategies aren't shared for improvement. If an issue goes on longer than expected and it puts employees out of compliance with the resolution time standard, employees are told to fix it with no strategies for doing so. There is no analysis of issues. One caveat: my team has a new manager so there is a possibility that things will improve; however the directives come from the top down, so upper management still has a problematic philosophy.

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