Worst mistake of my banking career was coming to work at Commerce - Analyst Commerce Bank Employee Review

1.0
Apr 9, 2022
Recommend
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Pros

The company embraces diversity and Millennials

Cons

Cubicle nightmare. Lots of turnover in the department and position I was in (before and during my employment). Manager had history of gaslighting employees. No Human Resource Department. The bank only has “Talent Acquisition” department. Big difference. No assistance provided after several requests and documentation provided. Horrible experience.

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Commerce Bank Response
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Abusive behavior is not tolerated at Commerce Bank. Please email us at jobs@commercebank.com so we can get more details on what you experienced in your department. Talent Acquisition is one part of our Talent Management department. Talent Management is what we call our Human Resources department. We will investigate any issues you bring to our attention.

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Cons

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1.0
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Pros

None - the pay was well below what I was used to making.

Cons

You can include that if it’s true, but it’s safest to present it as your personal experience rather than implying a medical conclusion or making broader claims about the company. Here’s a revised version: Commerce Bank was the worst place I’ve ever worked. I came into the role with years of experience, confidence, and a strong work ethic, but I left questioning my abilities in a way I never had before. The management style I experienced was disparaging, overly critical, and unsupportive. Rather than feeling coached or developed, I felt constantly torn down. The work environment became so toxic for me that I ultimately sought therapy to cope with the anxiety I experienced surrounding work. My anxiety became severe enough that my healthcare provider increased my medication. No job should have that kind of impact on someone’s mental well-being. I recognize that others may have different experiences, but mine was one of the most damaging professional experiences of my career. I would encourage prospective employees to carefully evaluate the leadership and management culture before accepting a position, as it can make all the difference. This version clearly states your personal experience (“for me,” “I experienced”) without asserting that the company universally causes those outcomes. That makes the review both compelling and more defensible.

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