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FirstService Residential

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unethical, unprofessional, toxic - Community Manager FirstService Residential Employee Review

1.0
6 Feb 2018
Recommend
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Pros

great opportunity to master the art of conflict resolution, become a better leader by watching what NOT to do from the directors and upper management, and learn humility when you realize just how expendable people really are.

Cons

This company is horrible! The directors don't have a clue and it shows when you google FSR - TONS of lawsuits pending, training consists of sitting in front of a computer for 3 weeks, office politics are horrific, gossip is rampant like middle school girls, be prepared to work nights and weekend with the work load they give you, and micro-management is the only management skill they possess.

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FirstService Residential Response
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The FirstService Residential culture is that our associates are our greatest asset. One of our core values is to Improve It, we are open-minded, collaborative and are continuously looking for ways to improve. All associates are encouraged to speak with their leaders or our human resources team at any time about concerns or their associate experience. We always appreciate and are open to feedback to ensure our associates, clients, and homeowners have positive experience at FirstService.

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Pros

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Cons

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4.0
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CEO approval
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Pros

Great company culture with strong core values and a collaborative environment. As a remote employee, the flexibility and work-life balance are a huge plus. The IT environment is also very dynamic — there are multiple systems, platforms, and technologies in use, so the work rarely feels repetitive or boring. The company is supportive of employee growth and development, offering training opportunities and access to a large online learning library. Another positive sign is the number of long-term employees; many people have been with the company for 5+ years, which says a lot about overall employee satisfaction and stability.

Cons

The company frequently changes business processes and technologies. While innovation is good, it can sometimes feel like just when you’ve fully mastered a system or workflow, a new tool or process is introduced. Workload can also fluctuate depending on business initiatives and project demands. Because it’s a large organization, there are a lot of layers of leadership — supervisors, managers, directors, VPs, etc. At times, it can be unclear who the correct point of contact or decision-maker is for certain situations.

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