Could be worse; could be a lot better! - Anonymous employee Hal Leonard Employee Review

3.0
Aug 25, 2015
Anonymous employee
Recommend
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Pros

You don't bring it home, literally or emotionally. Not micromanaged in my department.

Cons

Closed-minded management, poor management skills across the board, antiquated ideals, not open to new ideas, no flexibility in hours (unless you have children—parents get a lot more freedom and flexibility), blatant double standards throughout the company, majority of employees have been there so long that there's no room for advancement or change --- most are stuck in their ways and do the bare minimum. Complaints made about disruptive employees repeatedly fall on deaf ears. Not a progressive company in any way, does not support outside interests or volunteer work (unless it involves going to the gym owned by the Chairman or supporting the charity the Chairman supports), does not promote from within, pay not based on experience.

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Pros

Great company, good employees everyone works hard

Cons

Location, it can be far for people who do not live in the Winona area

1.0
Sep 1, 2025
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Pros

This was an outstanding company with a rich history, cared about its customers and its people. The stability and security were unmatched.

Cons

Purchased by a Ukrainian company in the last couple of years, they've cut hundreds of people globally, and continue to cut now, in the name of "reorganization". Remaining staff are swamped, and looking for jobs. The company hires and promotes, but only those who are not located in the US get the opportunities. Moral is horrible, fear is intense, confusion is constant.

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