Wish I could have seen the new strategy implemented - Client Success SmartFocus Employee Review

5.0
14 Feb 2018
Recommend
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Pros

I worked at SmartFocus before the new CEO had really got started and when I was there the marketing department spent a lot of money with very few results. Now they seem to have cut the staff right down (I think that explains some of the abominable reviews) and started again with fresh talent which is obviously really working for them. I've heard more positive feedback about SmartFocus and their customer service than any other provider in the same category - including the big ticket names! They have the advantage of starting with a clean slate so their product is built around modern digital marketing practices. Other companies systems are clunky and discounted because they're working with old processes. I've still got a lot of friends who work there and they are incredibly hard working and really know what they're doing, which is why I really miss working there and wish them all the best.

Cons

I think it's important to reward employees based on their level of contribution work wise, not just the monetary value they're perceived to bring in. The Devs and TAMs do incredible work and sometimes the sales team get all the credit.

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5.0
14 Sept 2015
Recommend
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Pros

Blend of new technology that helps solve problems between the customer and ecommerce site

Cons

Headquarters is based in the UK and also offices in France and Barcelona. This can cause delays in some operations.

3.0
10 Dec 2012
Anonymous employee
Recommend
CEO approval
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Pros

Can do attitude. This is a great company if it did not have the items in CONS. You have the ability to learn and move with the flow. There are tons of opportunities to learn and really make a difference.

Cons

To focused on sales. If you hate selling anything, this is not the place for you. All Management cares about is hitting the goals. Which is not a bad thing, but you have to have a solid product. Most clients are fooled by the Salesman (No brainer here) and Client Services will take the heat. This isnt a problem because you just bring the Sales guy back in the picture. Management is ambitious. But over the top ambitious. They'll shoot themselves in the foot if they have not done so already. - Work/live balance tips on the Work side heavily - Compensation is okay. Build experience and jump to a competitor. - Career Opportunities are available if you can sell. Test yourself, find a product you know is dysfunctional, and see how many people you can sell it to. The first 3 don't count. - CEO is on cloud 9. - Country Vice Presidents: Suck.

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