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Cornerstone OnDemand

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They used to care - Anonymous employee Cornerstone OnDemand Employee Review

2.0
18 Feb 2026
Anonymous employee
Recommend
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Pros

Very talented and helpful people Good pay There are still some managers who care about their employees wellbeing

Cons

No career growth opportunities unless you are "visible". No annual pay rises No clear career path for individuals They try to keep high performers where they are with promises of development just to maintain the status quo. I wouldn't join. A culture that keeps deteriorating and where the People Team sells an image but doesn't follow through.

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Cornerstone OnDemand Response
1mo
Thanks for sharing this, I really appreciate you being open with us. I understand how important career growth, clarity, and recognition are - it's truly what we're all about, not only for our customers but internally. The culture we’re building is focused on development, open conversations, and making sure individuals feel seen and supported in their growth. If you haven't yet, I encourage you to make a plan with the support of your leader in your next development conversation, we have a number of internal resources to help you do so. If you'd like to chat with someone from our People team, reach out any time. - Carina Cortez, Chief People Officer

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5.0
7 Apr 2026
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Pros

Great leadership. Clear vision for growth and success.

Cons

Acquisitions created competing products and culture.

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Cornerstone OnDemand Response
1mo
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
1.0
20 May 2026
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CEO approval
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Pros

The people outside of leadership are great.

Cons

The experience of working here has been consistently frustrating due to ongoing instability and a lack of alignment between leadership and employees. Layoffs are a recurring theme rather than an exception, which creates an environment where people are constantly on edge and unsure of their job security. Instead of building trust, leadership decisions often seem reactive and disconnected from the reality employees are actually dealing with day to day. Compensation is another major issue. Commission plans are frequently changed throughout the year, often with little clarity or consistency. On top of that, commission payments are regularly delayed or payed incorrectly which adds unnecessary stress and undermines confidence in the company’s ability to follow through on basic financial commitments to its employees. What makes it worse is the overall lack of transparency and professionalism in how these changes are communicated. Decisions feel top-down and out of touch, with little regard for how they impact morale or day-to-day motivation. I do not know a single person who would describe themselves as truly happy or secure in their role here. The culture that results from all of this is one of uncertainty, frustration, and burnout rather than growth or stability.

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