Great company to work for! - Business Operations Analyst Southwest Airlines Employee Review

5.0
Sep 9, 2017
Recommend
CEO approval
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Pros

Company with a heart, great working environment, fun teams, fast paced work, leaders who care about employee development, excellent benefits, and an all around enjoyment to go to work each day for the company!

Cons

Sometimes slow decision making at the leadership level.

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Southwest Airlines Response
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That made our Southwest Hearts skip a beat! Thanks for the kind words and for taking time to provide some feedback.

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5.0
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Pros

Great flexible company. You have the upmost control over your schedule. Work as much or as little as you want.

Cons

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1.0
Jul 16, 2026
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Pros

The company offers competitive travel benefits, good pay, and the opportunity to work with many dedicated employees. The brand has a strong reputation, and there is potential for a positive work environment if leadership consistently lives up to the company's stated values.

Cons

Southwest Airlines has the potential to be a great company, but the workplace culture falls short of its public image. In my experience as an employee in HR I see the microaggressions are common, and employees of color face barriers to career growth and advancement that are not equally experienced by everyone. Leadership lacks transparency, communication is inconsistent, and employees are often left without clear explanations for important decisions. There is a disconnect between the company's stated commitment to diversity and inclusion and what is experienced in the workplace. The organization would be a much better place to work if leadership fostered a culture of accountability, transparency, respect, and equitable opportunities for all employees.

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