26 May 2026
Firstup reviews about "opportunity"
46% positive business outlook
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43 reviews
5.0
26 May 2026
Recommend
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Pros
Executive Leadership, Company Culture, Excellent Products, Good People, Communication is steller
Cons
It's a smaller outfit but growing. As long as you are willing to put in the work you have an opportunity to go far.
1.0
28 Sept 2024
Recommend
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Pros
Great company mission on paper
Cons
Toxic leadership and work culture, Execs manipulate data and are dishonest. New leadership is astoundingly incompetent and arrogant. CEO has run the company into the ground. Lost extensive market leadership over last 3 years. Leaders come and go every 6 months
Firstup Response
1yThank you for taking the time to share your feedback. We’re sorry to hear about your experience and your concerns regarding leadership and transparency. Please ensure you provide feedback in our upcoming annual engagement survey so that we can use the data for our 2025 strategy. At Firstup, we strive to foster a supportive, authentic and growth-oriented culture, and we also recognize that there’s always room to improve. Your input is valuable to us as we continue to grow and enhance our culture.
1.0
25 Jun 2025
Leadership is extremely poor from the top
Former employee, more than 1 year
San Francisco, CA
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Pros
I had a wide range of responsibilities and learning opportunities.
Cons
Leadership is extremely poor from the top and upper management's hiring practices are grossly unethical. A lot of gaslighting and cronyism were regularly practiced. Zero ethics or integrity. The workload was entirely too much for one person to handle. There are too many layoffs in my short time to count and you never know when you are the next. Stay away from this company.
5.0
1 Oct 2025
Exciting times at Firstup with strong leadership and great momentum
Anonymous employee
Current employee, more than 5 years
Recommend
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Pros
- Great product with strong market potential. - Exciting new leadership with Bill as CEO, building momentum for growth. - Great benefits: unlimited PTO with bonus incentives to ensure time off, “distance days,” 401K, competitive pay - Professional growth opportunities and the chance to wear multiple hats - Supportive, collaborative colleagues — truly great people to work with
Cons
As with any company in transition, there’s change happening — which can feel fast-paced at times. But overall, the direction feels positive and energizing.
5.0
2 May 2026
Great Growth Opportunities in a Fun, Collaborative Environment
Anonymous employee
Current employee, more than 5 years
Recommend
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Pros
Firstup offers a fast-paced environment where you’re constantly learning and growing, which keeps the work engaging and dynamic. There’s strong visibility to the C-suite, giving employees a real sense that their contributions matter and are seen at the highest levels. The company also has a robust recognition program that celebrates high performers twice a year, reinforcing a culture of appreciation. Collaboration is a clear strength—teams work closely together, creating a supportive and inclusive atmosphere. Despite being fully remote, there are meaningful opportunities to connect with teammates in person a few times each year. Overall, the culture is both collaborative and fun, making it an enjoyable place to build your career.
Cons
None that I can think of.
5.0
26 Feb 2026
Not always smooth sailing, but there’s a reason I’m still here!
Anonymous employee
Current employee, more than 3 years
Recommend
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Pros
- The product is genuinely strong and continues to evolve in meaningful ways. It’s easy to stay motivated when you believe in what you’re building. - Our customers are amazing; collaborative, forward-thinking, and truly invested in making the most of the platform. - New leadership has brought renewed clarity, focus, and energy. I have more hope and confidence than ever in the company’s future growth. - Great colleagues across teams. Smart, supportive, and resilient people who care about doing good work. - Competitive remuneration and solid benefits. - Real opportunities for growth and development if you’re proactive and take ownership of your career. - After four years, I’m still learning and being challenged in good ways.
Cons
- It hasn’t all been smooth sailing, there have been periods of change and uncertainty with poor communication. - As with many growing companies, priorities can shift quickly, which isn’t always easy. I will say there has been a genuine shift in a positive direction though, and these ‘cons’ feel like a thing of the past.
1.0
30 Mar 2025
Recommend
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Pros
Unlimited pto Good health benefits
Cons
The company doesn't communicate effectively with employees. Key decisions are made without explanation, and employees are left feeling uninformed and disengaged. Also, there are limited opportunities for advancement or professional development within the company. Employees are stuck in their roles, and there's little support for career growth.
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