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Do Not Take a Job Here - Client Facing Role Brightedge Technologies Employee Review

1.0
Jun 11, 2021
Recommend
CEO approval
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Pros

There are some people here who actually want to help you succeed. They are not in leadership. Pay isn't horrible compared to the industry

Cons

If you ever want a good example of how not to lead, BrightEdge would make a fantastic example. The Executive level would be a HR Department's nightmare if they actually paid attention. Clients talk about their immature and drunken behavior and it has gotten to the point where they have been kicked out of venues. The Execs are running the same tired plays both internally and externally thinking that it actually makes a difference. Competitors have gained on or passed BrightEdge in terms of function vs. cost. People are blamed for any type of negative client feedback or attrition vs. looking at the lack of innovation or strength in industry. Within the offices, certain teams are enabled to treat others in the organization like garbage. Office Managers have quit due to the staff's behavior and lack of accountability. I guess this may be their internal career growth plan. Thankfully everyone was remote and didn't have to deal with the behavior in person. People continue to leave BrightEdge week in and week out without so much of a care. Exit interviews go nowhere in terms of improvement and change in behavior. Sure, they say they care about staff but ultimately nothing is done outside of a shallow one-off effort that everyone in the organization identified as fake. Competitors even highlight how poor the culture is here comparatively.

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5.0
May 18, 2026
Recommend
CEO approval
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Pros

Elite product that is industry leading. Cold calling is a difficult job but selling this product makes cold calling easy and people listen on the other end of the line when you say BrightEdge. Training program at BrightEdge fosters success from day 1. At the beginning, you are immersed into the day to day environment of the company all while learning the ins and outs of the industry, hands on with the tool, learning scripts, how to handle objections and cold call at an elite level. So many people hit the ground running here and was fortunate to have BrightEdge as a foundation of my professional and sales career. Some of the things I learned here from day 1 and from my last day at the company I will carry with me for the remainder of my career. Culture is phenomenal, every person in the Chicago office looks out for one another and pushes you to be your best day after day. Everyone gets along and is accepting of one another, I have made lifelong friends at BrightEdge all while hitting my numbers, working hard, and making great money as an entry level sales rep. From 8-5 everyone in the office is locked in and grinding to hit their numbers and helping others do the same. On top of that, it is a fun environment where it makes coming into the office a luxury instead of a chore. I learned an incredible amount from sitting next to my peers and sitting next to leadership and taking advice from them and putting it into action on the salesfloor. Pay for an entry level role is 2nd to none. If you come in everyday with a drive and determination to hit your numbers it is impossible to fail with the resources you and guidance you receive along the way. Hit your numbers and you will make a ton of commission + base pay + overtime. This made it extremely easy to live in the city and live comfortably. Finally, senior leadership has a strong investment in their people and genuinely will do whatever it takes to help you advance your career. Perfect place to start your career, learn a ton about the tech space, make a bunch of money, gain valuable sales experience, and network!

Cons

Young company with growing pains but always open to hearing suggestions on the betterment of the company/office.

1.0
Jun 24, 2026
Recommend
CEO approval
Business Outlook

Pros

You will learn the basics and become very close with your coworkers

Cons

This job will make you question your sanity 24/7. Prepare to be constantly manipulated and scrutinized by leadership. The quota is ridiculously unattainable and if you have half of a brain you will realize just how insane the expectations are. The few that do hit quota tend to do so in questionable ways and go on to be promoted while being completely unprepared due to lack of training and outdated practices. The tools you are given are not up to industry standards, forcing you to do a lot of things manually and ultimately decrease your productivity and output. While the product is good, it’s a niche fit and you will be forced to go after prospects at companies that are simply a waste of time for you and the AE, just to hit a made up number. Hours are LONG and there is zero work life balance. Absolutely toxic environment with zero professionalism. You will not see a single example of good OR normal corporate behavior. So much gossip, everything is presented as life or death, and you will be consistently put up against your peers in a very anxiety inducing way.

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