Ken Garff Automotive Group reviews

Talk a big talk about career development and family focus, but that gets lost in the weeds when it comes to the actually doing it. Working with car dealership general managers can be tough if you have any morals. Expected to be on call 24/7, weekends and holiday's included, but also in office from 8-5 with almost no flexibility. Middle management is mealy mouthed and hard to get straight answers from.

However, my direct leadership experience was very different. The leadership style within my immediate reporting structure felt highly controlling and dismissive of input, with limited openness to collaboration or differing perspectives. Decision-making appeared top-down, and success was not always met with support or constructive dialogue. This created a challenging and stressful environment despite strong performance and positive recognition elsewhere in the organization. After several years of strong performance, my position was eliminated unexpectedly. The decision came as a surprise and did not align with my prior feedback, results, or recognition. The role was subsequently filled by someone with no experience in this area, which made the transition difficult to understand. Having a role I was passionate about end so abruptly was disappointing and changed my perspective on leadership consistency and long-term stability within the department. Since my departure, I have observed continued turnover within the marketing team, suggesting ongoing challenges with leadership approach and team culture. Based on my experience, I would not recommend this organization to marketing professionals seeking a collaborative, supportive environment with transparent leadership and mutual respect.