Going downhill fast - Anonymous employee StrongMind Employee Review

2.0
23 May 2018
Anonymous employee
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Pros

Good people. I trust and respect my coworkers.

Cons

Agile is out the window. The culture used to be going in a positive direction, but lately things have gone waterfall, and micromanagement is the new norm. Instead of inspiring and challenging engineers by getting their buy in on a less than ideal company goal, the leadership just expects everyone to hop to and get it done. Why? Because they say so. Leadership has become very critical and blames engineering teams for their own failures in setting reasonable expectations with customers. The CEO takes a 'my way or the highway' approach, rather than being honest with where the company is at, sharing his vision, and putting employees first. Failures are blamed on the employees and brought up year after year.

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Pros: Collaborative culture, student-centered mission, flexibility, growth opportunities, innovative use of technology.

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5.0
17 Apr 2026
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Pros

StrongMind was founded by a true entrepreneur who still leads the company today, and that mindset shows up across the organization. Employees have real autonomy in how they work, and ideas are welcomed from every level. It feels like an all-hands-on-deck environment where people can make an impact. The mission is clear and meaningful. There is a strong focus on supporting students and families, which helps guide decisions and keeps internal politics low. The culture is positive and supportive. People are kind, collaborative, and leadership makes an effort to keep employees engaged and connected.

Cons

Like many growing organizations, there are times when priorities evolve quickly as new opportunities emerge. This can occasionally require teams to adjust focus or shift between initiatives. As the company continues to grow, there are opportunities to further streamline processes and maintain consistency across teams.

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StrongMind Response
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Thank you so much for taking the time to share this! We really appreciate it. I’m so glad the mission, autonomy, and overall vibe are showing through for you. That “jump in and make an impact” energy is exactly what we’re going for around here 😊 And fair call on priorities shifting. We’re growing, and we know that can feel fast at times. We are very dedicated to working on keeping things clearer and more consistent as we continue to scale. We are so grateful to have you on this journey with us and so glad you’re part of StrongMind! Noelle Creamer Chief People Officer
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