Is Cornerstone OnDemand a good company to work for?

Cornerstone OnDemand has an overall rating of 3.2 out of 5, based on over 2,087 reviews left anonymously by employees. This rating has decreased by 11% over the last 12 months. 52% of employees would recommend working at Cornerstone OnDemand to a friend and 43% have a positive outlook for the business. The best reviews about Cornerstone OnDemand have been left by employees working as Regional Sales Manager - Enterprise , Client Success Manager and Implementation Consultant .

Does Cornerstone OnDemand pay their employees well?

According to anonymously submitted Glassdoor reviews, Cornerstone OnDemand employees rate their compensation and benefits as 3.2 out of 5. Find out more about salaries and benefits at Cornerstone OnDemand. This rating has decreased by 12% over the last 12 months.

How satisfied are employees working at Cornerstone OnDemand?

52% of Cornerstone OnDemand employees would recommend working there to a friend based on Glassdoor reviews . Employees also rated Cornerstone OnDemand 3.6 out of 5 for work life balance, 3.1 for culture and values and 3.0 for career opportunities.

What are the top reviewed jobs at Cornerstone OnDemand?

Regional Sales Manager (110) , Software Engineer (98) , Senior Software Engineer (77) , Sales (48) , Account Manager (40) , Associate Software Engineer (27) , Client Success Manager (24) , Implementation Consultant (24) , Manager (23) , Regional Sales Manager - Enterprise (19) , Corporate Account Development (18) , Product Support Specialist (18) , Customer Success Manager (CSM) (15) , Product Manager (15) , Marketing (13)

What are the pros of working at Cornerstone OnDemand according to real employee reviews?

"Through fast growth they have been able to maintain a great culture for young professionals to grow into more senior roles." ((in 222 reviews)); "they value performance and company is full of great people" ((in 210 reviews)); "Good work life balance and overall okay" ((in 112 reviews)); "Benefits are great and all that stuff is great." ((in 92 reviews)); "You are part of a great winning team who supports each other." ((in 70 reviews))

What are the cons of working at Cornerstone OnDemand according to real employee reviews?

"Management is bad." ((in 69 reviews)); "I've had the opportunity of having a bad manager and a great manager while in the same role and it's a night and day difference." ((in 45 reviews)); "1. Frequent layoffs with out any reason." ((in 36 reviews)); "Either you love what you do and are align with the core of CSOD (Talent Management) or would not be able to keep the pace." ((in 5 reviews)); "Too much favoritism when giving out compensation and promotions." ((in 5 reviews))

What are employees saying about Cornerstone OnDemand layoffs in 2026?

Explore Glassdoor’s employee reviews to understand what current and former employees are saying about Cornerstone OnDemand layoffs and their outlook for job security at Cornerstone OnDemand in 2026.

What are the top reviewed Cornerstone OnDemand locations?

Santa Monica , Los Angeles , Chicago , New York , Dublin , Austin , San Francisco , Dallas , Boston , Remote , Washington , Cincinnati , Salt Lake City , San Diego , Phoenix , Denver , Tampa , Atlanta , Sandy , Portland , Gainesville , Northeast , Raleigh , Fort Worth , Minneapolis , Van Nuys , Jacksonville , Newark , Mobile , Boise

Cornerstone OnDemand reviews

3.2

52% would recommend to a friend

(1,964 total reviews)

Himanshu Palsule

46% approve of CEO

43% positive business outlook

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Cornerstone OnDemand has an employee rating of 3.2 out of 5 stars, based on 1,964 company reviews on Glassdoor which indicates that most employees have a good working experience there. The Cornerstone OnDemand employee rating is in line with the average (within 1 standard deviation) for employers within the Information Technology industry (3.6 stars).

Reviews by job title

2K reviews

1.0

Oct 7, 2025

Disappointing

Anonymous employee

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Unsure - Co workers are generally kind

Cons

They sell a culture to customers that they can't maintain themselves

1.0

Oct 6, 2025

Downhill Fast

Anonymous employee

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Not applicable, there used to be pro's, but those have since left with the change in ELT and therefore culture

Cons

ELT, Management, Lack of Organization, Blame culture instead of Growth or Resolution culture, Negative attitudes, No Support, No Communication. Run like a dictatorship. Benefits are minimal, other companies offer more.

Cornerstone OnDemand Response

7mo

Thank you for sharing your perspective. We understand that culture and leadership play a significant role in shaping the employee experience, and these areas remain a priority for us. Our executive team is focused on fostering a collaborative environment where growth, accountability, and open communication are central to how we work together. We continue to invest in programs and processes that strengthen organization-wide alignment and support for employees. Benefits and resources are regularly reviewed to ensure they meet the needs of our workforce, and we are committed to creating an environment where every team member feels valued and supported. Your feedback is important, and we appreciate you taking the time to share it as we advance these efforts. --Carina Cortez

1.0

Oct 1, 2025

Alarming changes in Org

Sales manager

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Knowledgeable, helpful coworkers is the best part about this company. Employee benefits are a plus point.

Cons

I wonder why ELT gets to assess and judge other people when their own performance and ways of working are clearly lacking for years at a stretch. Every 6 months, there is a new story - a new product introduction or AI is coming or branding or pricing magic or RIF or focus on mid market or hire new leaders that will change the trajectory - the result : growth has gone backwards in the last 4 years and churn has gone up. Also we are not the only company with hard macroeconomic conditions. Leaders with self-respect would step out of the way when they repeatedly err and are not able to command respect or lead by example. Always blaming folks under you is not a strategy that lasts. or maybe it will in this company given Clearlake (our investor) is clueless about what transpires.

Cornerstone OnDemand Response

7mo

We appreciate you taking the time to share your thoughts. It’s clear that transparency and direction matter deeply to our employees, and these remain central to our leadership priorities. Our focus is on building clarity, fostering collaboration, and making decisions that position the company for long-term success in a competitive market. We also value the recognition of our knowledgeable and supportive teams, as well as the benefits we provide. Change can be challenging, but it is often necessary to strengthen both our culture and our business. Your perspective helps inform our ongoing efforts, and we remain committed to creating an environment where employees feel engaged and supported. --Carina Cortez

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