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      First Command Financial Services

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      First Command Financial Services Financial Advisor Associate reviews

      4.4

      81% would recommend to a friend

      (141 total reviews)
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      Mark Steffe

      92% approve of CEO

      87% positive business outlook

      Ratings by category

      4.7

      Culture & values

      4.7

      Diversity & inclusion

      4.4

      Career opportunities

      4.2

      Senior management

      4.1

      Compensation and benefits

      4.0

      Work/Life balance

      Financial Advisor Associate employees have rated First Command Financial Services with 4.4 out of 5 stars, based on 141 company reviews on Glassdoor. This indicates that most Financial Advisor Associate professionals have an excellent working experience there. First Command Financial Services is rated 22% above average by Financial Advisor Associate professionals compared to other employers within the Financial Services industry (3.6 stars).

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      141 reviews
      5.0
      Feb 27, 2023

      No longer working for "The Man".

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      Pros

      First Command is like no place I have ever worked. From the top to the bottom, everyone is committed to helping each other succeed. Board members that will attend events at your personal request, and fellow advisors always willing to share their knowledge. No one dies alone. As a contractor, not an employee, my goals are my own. Income, work load, work hours, I am in control of what I am willing to do. My business can be as large or as small as I am committed to creating. Larger can be better than you bargained for with First Command's deferred compensation programs, annual awards conferences, and other rewards. The personal fulfillment associated with helping our nation's military families create their own financial peace is immeasurable.

      Cons

      There is little that I can say as a "con" at First Command. Most of the cons come with simply being a contract employee. As a contractor, there are no employee benefits - like health ins, vacation pay, personal assistants. I have to provide all these things for myself. There is no minimum income. There are situations where your pay might be $0 for the month or it could be 5 figures. Feast or famine - you take on the risk - not "The Man". Your income comes from your client's commitment to execute and continue to execute the plans you crafted and defined for them. Some clients don't want a connection with their advisor and others crave it. This is the best and worst all in one. This will make you or break you.

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      First Command Financial Services Response
      3y
      Thank you for taking the time to share your experience as a First Command Financial Advisor. The mission of the company is incredibly important to our Advisors. They tell us that one of the most compelling elements of this career is the opportunity to serve military personnel and their families in a meaningful way. One of our most valuable offerings is the Fast Start program, which provides intense professional development to prepare new people for success as independent Advisors. Some of the benefits of that program include paying new Advisors during the training period and offering a full array of employee benefits. Through the program, our Advisors learn how to build and grow their own business, serve new clients and provide quality, face-to-face financial coaching. Our Advisors are eligible to earn a strong income through competitive industry commissions on sales of financial products, plus additional annual and deferred compensation. The rewards of hard work and dedication are a satisfying career, a company that fully supports you, and the opportunity to help those who serve in their pursuit of lifelong financial security. We appreciate your feedback and thank you for taking the time to share your experience.
      5.0
      Feb 25, 2023

      Great Company and Great Mission

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      Pros

      I get to work with our nation's military members and families, learning about their goals, assessing their needs, discussing their budget, and combining all of those to come up with the best financial plan I can for their financial future. In addition to the satisfaction of helping military families, the compensation for the work is also very good.

      Cons

      While First Command is a fantastic company to work for and the mission is outstanding, the job does require more than the standard 9-5 Mon-Fri mentality to be successful, especially in the first year. However, I personally believe the job satisfaction of helping people work towards a great financial future, and the compensation received as pros, far outweigh this con of longer work hours.

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      First Command Financial Services Response
      1y
      Thank you for your thoughtful review and the important work you do in serving our nation’s military families. We’re grateful you’ve found purpose and reward in your role, and we appreciate your recognition of our leadership's support. Your feedback about the initial time investment is valuable, and we’re committed to helping our team succeed through every stage of their journey.
      5.0
      Feb 23, 2023

      A worthwhile endeavor

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      Pros

      As a financial advisor, I love being in a position to put people on the path to financial success. I literally change people's lives. First Command is a great company that knows what it does and keeps its focus on the mission. The company is focused on doing the most that it can to make sure everyone has what we need to be successful. Work conditions depend on where you live, but you have the ability to shape your situation.

      Cons

      No job is perfect; no company is perfect. The same is true for First Command. This is also not a 9 to 5 career. If you want a 9 to 5, keep it moving. The hours are long. The work is fulfilling, but there is a LOT to learn. It's not something that you can pick up overnight.

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      First Command Financial Services Response
      3y
      Thank you for sharing your experience as a First Command Financial Advisor. The mission of the company is incredibly important to our Advisors. They tell us that one of the most compelling elements of this career is the opportunity to serve military personnel and their families in a meaningful way. Our Advisors go through an extensive training program designed to equip them to succeed as independent contractors and earn a strong income through competitive industry commissions. Advisors learn how to build and grow their own business, serve new clients and provide quality, face-to-face financial coaching. Through this hard work and dedication, they coach our clients to become financially disciplined and confident in their pursuit of financial security. We appreciate your feedback and thank you for taking the time to share your experience.
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