Don't work here. - Anonymous employee Koalafi Employee Review
1.0
3 Aug 2021
Anonymous employee
Former employee, less than 1 year
Recommend
CEO approval
Business outlook
Pros
Free snacks, nice co workers, casual office dress code, decent office location occasional free food. You get paid off when they fire you because they don't have a good reason to let you go.
Cons
Toxic C-Suite Executives, no respect for work/life balance, mistakes are considered unforgivable, no accountability on bad managers and executives. Incredible lack of diversity in leadership and staff.
Koalafi Response
4y
Thanks for sharing your thoughts and feedback. We often look to make transitions easier for associates who are not successful at our organization to provide them a "softer landing" in their new career/role.
Koalafi has been an incredible learning opportunity for me and I've been able to build expertise in a variety of areas while shaping strategic initiatives for the company. I consistently feel supported and coached (and pushed!) by my amazing leader. The team is highly motivated and full of smart people that are great to work with. Comp and benefits are very good. I feel motivated by the mission of the company to help folks get access to important things that they would otherwise not be able to afford, all while helping them rebuild/repair their credit.
Cons
We've had a lot of transition in the past ~year with a CEO departure, interim period, and bringing on a new CEO. That has at times made it harder to embrace our value of "focus on what's most important" as priorities shift. The work is still moving forward but it feels like there's opportunity for increased precision and efficiency.
It is a very positive experience working at Koalafi. I have always felt welcomed by a supportive team that genuinely cared about collaboration and helping one another succeed. The company does a great job of creating an environment where employees feel valued and connected to the broader mission.
The work is fast-paced and engaging, with opportunities to develop new skills and gain exposure to different areas of the business. Leadership is approachable and transparent, and there is a strong emphasis on customer experience and continuous improvement.
One of the things I appreciate most is the people. My colleagues are knowledgeable, helpful, and always willing to jump in when needed. The culture strikes a nice balance between accountability and flexibility, making it a great place to learn and contribute.
Pros: Supportive team, positive culture, meaningful work, approachable leadership, opportunities to learn.
Overall: I would recommend Koalafi to anyone looking for a collaborative environment with great people and opportunities to make an impact.
Cons
As with many growing companies, priorities can shift quickly, which requires adaptability and flexibility.
Koalafi Response
4d
Thank you for your thoughtful review and for being part of the Koalafi team throughout the years.
We're glad to hear you've had a positive experience and feel supported by your colleagues and leaders. Creating a collaborative culture where people can learn, grow, and make an impact is important to us.
We also appreciate your feedback on communication and transparency as we continue to grow. Thank you for your partnership and for sharing your experience.