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First Command Financial Services

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First Command Financial Services reviews

4.4

87% would recommend to a friend

(128 total reviews)
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Mark Steffe

92% approve of CEO

88% positive business outlook

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4.0
Mar 13, 2024

Great Opportunity

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Pros

Team environment Training support Awesome financial plan support Pay potential and bonuses

Cons

Lead generation requires base access often times Busy military schedule accommodation Sales script is insanely long Once you burn through your leads, you have to prospect alone Leadership can be hit or miss

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First Command Financial Services Response
2y
Thank you for sharing your experience. We’re excited to hear about your positive experiences with our team, to include the training and financial plan support you’ve received as an Advisor. We also appreciate you sharing areas for growth, which we take very seriously and will share with management. Regarding prospecting and lead generation, we understand how challenging this element of the business can be, but we have a range of resources and support available to help Advisors succeed. We encourage you to rely on your training and ask your leader for guidance, as necessary. We’re excited about your future with our team and hope you’ll give us another review down the line as your business grows.
5.0
Feb 29, 2024
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Pros

Fantastic training! Great systems support! Great Flexibility

Cons

Low initial pay, buts gets better if you hit your quotas Have to market on your own

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First Command Financial Services Response
2y
Thank you for sharing your perspective with us. We appreciate your comments on the benefits of working at First Command, including training, scheduling flexibility, and dedicated support from our Home Office. At First Command, 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. 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. We appreciate your feedback and thank you for taking the time to share your experience. Remember, you may be an independent Advisor, but you are not alone in this venture. The Home Office is here to support you on your journey at First Command. We’re excited you’re here and hope you’ll send another review down the line as your business grows.
3.0
Jan 3, 2024
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Pros

Flexible work hours, Deferred compensation is very good.

Cons

100% commission pay. Heavy prospecting for first few years

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First Command Financial Services Response
2y
Thank you for taking the time to share your experience as a First Command Financial Advisor. We are committed to creating and sustaining a culture of appreciation and support that inspires our entire team. As you note, the Advisor role can be challenging. Our Advisors who remain dedicated to serving others also find this career rewarding. Being a member of the First Command team comes with many opportunities. Our Advisors go through an extensive training program designed to equip them to succeed as independent contractors. Through the program, Advisors learn how to build and grow their own business, acquire new clients and provide quality, face-to-face financial coaching. They learn how to coach our clients to become financially disciplined and confident in their pursuit of financial security. Advisors enjoy salary compensation during the training period. Our Advisors are eligible to earn a strong income through competitive industry commissions on sales of financial products, plus additional annual and deferred compensation. We appreciate your thoughtful feedback and thank you for taking the time to share your experience.
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