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Cornerstone OnDemand

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There is a reason why they named it cornerstone. - Product Support Specialist Cornerstone OnDemand Employee Review

3.0
May 23, 2024
Recommend
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Pros

The only Pro working there I found was the people.

Cons

There is a reason they named the company Cornerstone: as soon as you go to management with a problem, instead of finding a solution, they find a problem in you to prove their process is flawless. They believe you are the problem, not the process. They see your voice as rebellion rather than honest feedback, which they must suppress. If you give any honest feedback about the managers, they see it as an ego battle. Since they lie up in the hierarchy, they will use whatever means necessary to turn you into a slave they can control. They make very ego-based decisions. That’s where they corner you and torture you until you leave the job or become a gravestone. Thus "CORNER-STONE"

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Cornerstone OnDemand Response
1y
I want to acknowledge your concerns, while at the same time stating the descriptions seem quite extreme and challenging to believe. Nevertheless, I want you to know that we take all feedback seriously and are committed to creating a space where Cornerstars can champion each other, have a sense of belonging, and thrive. I would appreciate the opportunity to discuss your concerns in more detail to better understand the specific issues so that we can ensure we have a great employee experience for our Cornerstars. - Carina Cortez

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5.0
Apr 7, 2026
Recommend
CEO approval
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Pros

Great leadership. Clear vision for growth and success.

Cons

Acquisitions created competing products and culture.

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Cornerstone OnDemand Response
2mo
Thanks for sharing this; it's great to hear your positive outlook on our leadership and vision as that’s something we really care about. There can be challenges that come along with acquisitions, especially when it comes to aligning products and culture. While these decisions are made to support growth and long-term success, they don’t always feel seamless in the moment. Again, I appreciate you sharing your perspective and wish you all the best. -Carina Cortez, Chief People Officer
2.0
Jun 8, 2026
Recommend
CEO approval
Business Outlook

Pros

Originally, this company was very supportive. There were many layers of resources meant to make employees successful. After the purchase of the company by PE they have cut software, resources and staffing to increase profits. I would not say there are many advantages over other employers in the field today. The ability to work from home is a pro. Complexity of the software is a pro because the work isn't boring. There's always something to learn.

Cons

- no real path to advancement, Cornerstone used to promote from within, over the past several years the majority of hired have been external - management cares a lot about stats but doesn't care to educate employees on how to meet those expectations. Ex. If a employee gets a negative survey it isn't reviewed and strategies aren't shared for improvement. If an issue goes on longer than expected and it puts employees out of compliance with the resolution time standard, employees are told to fix it with no strategies for doing so. There is no analysis of issues. One caveat: my team has a new manager so there is a possibility that things will improve; however the directives come from the top down, so upper management still has a problematic philosophy.

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Cornerstone OnDemand Response
3w
Thank you for being part of Cornerstone. Employee growth, development, and internal opportunities remain important priorities for us and is something we also share with the market. Through our Pulse surveys, All Hands meetings, and ongoing conversations with employees, we're committed to listening, sharing what we're hearing, and providing updates on the actions we're taking in response. If you'd like to talk further about your development at Cornerstone, available resources, or help in having these convesrations, please reach out to me or my team any time. - Carina Cortez, Chief People Officer
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