Great People, Great Product that Sells, Fast Growing Company - Account Executive ControlUp Employee Review

5.0
Jun 14, 2019
Recommend
CEO approval
Business Outlook

Pros

From a sales person's perspective the product works. It is incredibly easy to deploy and you are able to quickly demonstrate value to your customers and prospects in less than one hour. I can't stress how important this to being successful in a software sales role. The company is respected, well known, and popular within the market and this goes a long way. At trade shows the booth is usually packed which is important for collecting new leads and filling your pipeline. I can't count how many times I've been at a trade show talking to prospects where an existing customers will interrupt a conversation to vouch for ControlUp. These interruptions are always welcomed. As an account executive you have a ton of freedom to win business and get creative with your deals (terms, pricing, and packaging). Leadership has a startup mentality and they want you to do whatever it takes to win business.

Cons

Not really a con but more of a word of advice. Startups are not for everyone! To be successful at ControlUp you need to take ownership of your role and operate with autonomy. If there is a process you don't like, go ahead and fix it. Management will be receptive. If you need a piece of collateral for a customer and one isn't made, go build it yourself or ask the team to help you build it. Be very clear with what you need and when you need it by. Success will not be handed to you hear, you have to build it yourself here.

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5.0
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Pros

Great managers, very helpful and caring environment. Fun culture

Cons

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2.0
Nov 5, 2024
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Pros

ControlUp has a strong product and some talented people working behind the scenes, but there are definite areas for improvement on the culture and leadership front. Strategy and leaders change on a whim. Skilled Colleagues: Many employees are knowledgeable, hardworking, and genuinely care about what they do, making collaboration enjoyable and productive.

Cons

Lack of Clear Leadership: The company’s leadership feels disconnected from the realities and needs of the teams, leading to confusion and frustration. Undefined Vision and Strategy: There’s a noticeable lack of a cohesive long-term strategy, making it difficult for employees to understand the bigger picture or how their work contributes to company goals. Constantly Shifting Priorities: Priorities change frequently without clear communication, creating a sense of instability and making it challenging for teams to stay focused and aligned. Limited Direction: Decision-making can feel reactive rather than proactive, with limited guidance provided to support teams in achieving consistent success. Low Transparency: Key decisions are often made without input or explanation, which impacts morale and trust within the company.

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