SAM Companies reviews

3.5

56% would recommend to a friend

(45 total reviews)
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Christopher M. Solomon

60% approve of CEO

59% positive business outlook

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3.0
May 21, 2024
Recommend
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Pros

Laid back environment, good benefits

Cons

Pay too low for the amount of work that is needed

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SAM Companies Response
2y
Thank you for sharing your thoughts with us. We are pleased that you found the laid-back environment and our benefits package to be positive aspects of working at SAM. We understand that compensation is an important factor in job satisfaction. Your feedback regarding pay is valuable to us as we strive to ensure fair and competitive compensation for all our employees. We encourage open dialogue among all employees and welcome discussions on how we can address pay concerns.
2.0
Mar 21, 2024

True colors shown

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Pros

Decent pay when you work. Decent benefits

Cons

More focused on purchasing new companies than taking care of their current one. Travel required or lose your job. Micromanagement is over the top. Double and triple checks on everything. Don’t trust that you have done your job properly the first time. Premature cancellation of workdays

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SAM Companies Response
2y
Thank you for sharing your thoughts on your time with SAM. Your feedback is invaluable as we continuously strive to improve our workplace environment and culture. We appreciate your perspective on acquiring new companies. We see these acquisitions as vital steps in our growth and success trajectory. By expanding our portfolio, we open doors to more opportunities for our employees. Each acquisition brings forth new avenues for professional development while also allowing SAM to provide a more diverse portfolio of solutions to our clients, advancing the work we do. While we regret hearing about your experience with micromanagement, at SAM, we prioritize fostering an environment where employees are entrusted with autonomy and encouraged to work independently. Many of our team members operate within their groups successfully, demonstrating our belief in empowering individuals to excel in their roles. Quality is at the forefront of everything we do. Our dedication to thoroughness and ensuring quality is rooted in our commitment to excellence in service. We understand that this process may seem excessive at times, but it ensures that our clients receive nothing short of the highest standard of work, which is paramount to our reputation and success. Regarding travel requirements, we acknowledge that certain positions within SAM do necessitate travel. This is intrinsic to the nature of our work. However, we strive to be transparent about the expectations associated with each role. If travel is not aligned with your preferences, we encourage employees to explore other internal opportunities that better suit their needs and aspirations. Once again, thank you for your feedback. We value the time you spent with us and wish you all the best in your future endeavors.
4.0
Feb 28, 2024
Recommend
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Pros

clear direction and focus on key performance indicators. Highly qualified subject matter experts in many different service lines

Cons

too much overhead and corporate level leadership positions. They were trying to do the matrix organizational structure but didn't quite have it perfected.

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SAM Companies Response
2y
Thank you for sharing your insights about your experience at SAM. Your perspective is critical, and we appreciate your willingness to share. Our diverse team of innovative and highly skilled subject matter experts is a source of pride for us, and it's rewarding to see their expertise acknowledged. Your feedback regarding the challenges related to overhead and corporate-level leadership positions is duly noted. We recognize the significance of refining our organizational structure to support our teams and projects more effectively. Continuous improvement is at the heart of what we do, and we want to assure you that SAM has taken proactive steps to address these concerns. We have thoroughly evaluated our organizational structure and implemented measures to streamline operations and enhance communication and collaboration among our diverse and growing teams nationwide. These efforts ensure every team member feels empowered and connected, fostering a culture of inclusivity and shared success. Once again, thank you for being a part of the team, and we extend our gratitude for your feedback. Your insights are driving positive change within SAM.
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