WOW! Politics! - Anonymous employee Autotrader Employee Review

2.0
Apr 24, 2012
Anonymous employee
Recommend
CEO approval
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Pros

Good opportunity to make money. Name recognition and good market penetration. Benefits begin day of hire. Was able to work from home office.

Cons

The politics were palpable and I have no idea why. You can't disagree with anything. If you question any management decision, you're branded. And don't even think of not drinking the Kool Aid. Everyone is out for themselves and won't take a minute of their time to help or answer questions. Lots of backstabbing, but they make sure to hug you first..

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