Toxic Company Culture that Refuses to Change - Anonymous employee Northwestern Mutual Employee Review

1.0
Aug 17, 2020
Anonymous employee
Recommend
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Pros

The money is good, there are some good managers and some good people. At one point there was a good culture with people dedicated to helping others succeed and grow.

Cons

*Work-Life Balance is a myth. If you want a life outside of NM, you won't survive. Long work days, an expectation to be available even when on vacation or on weekends/holidays, and the only people who get breaks are parents. *Sexism and racism are unfortunately in existence at NM, especially within technology. Terrible people who step on others are the only ones who succeed in a company that is powered by a "good ol' boys club". People who speak out against the toxic culture are seen as a threat. *This company is in survival mode. They have no idea how to innovate or connect with young people. Everyone knows this because they refuse to upgrade old systems or invest in ways to connect with young people. Upper management is out of touch with reality while the company as a whole is in a downward spiral.

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Pros

This internship has allowed me to get real world experience from the very beginning. I've learned how to use LinkedIn Recruiter, make scheduling and screening phone calls, and gotten to shadow the Director of Recruitment during interviews. Compared to other internships that I applied for, Northwestern Mutual has allowed me to have far more exposure to what a real career in recruiting could look like. The office has a great energy and culture, and I am able to participate in fun team events, like going to the Cardinals baseball game. As for career growth, I really admire the emphasis that Northwestern Mutual places on growth and development. Through my time spent around this company, I've been personally and professionally challenged to grow. I've been given books to read, attended leadership meetings, and been given the opportunity to dive deep into my strengths. The management here has encouraged me to explore and shadow different roles to help me make an informed decision about what kind of careers I want to pursue after graduation. Overall, I can't recommend this company enough! They are truly focused on serving their clients well, and developing employees to reach their full potential.

Cons

None, I've had a great experience! This is an environment of growth, so it can require moments of being challenged and stretched to do things outside your comfort zone. I could see some people being uncomfortable with growth, so it's not the environment for everyone! But if you are willing to lean in, it will make such an impact on your life.

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