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First Command Financial Services

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Constant Change; Hope you like whole life - better sell a lot of it. - Advisor First Command Financial Services Employee Review

2.0
2 Dec 2019
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Pros

Flexibility of schedule, unlimited earning potential, good people.

Cons

You're on the hook - pay for your office space, pay for your assistant, pay the home office each month for their "help", pay to go to regional training if you want to or not. Severely lacking in digital. Out of touch from a product perspective. If you don't have a second source of income, good luck making it.

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First Command Financial Services Response
6y
Thank you for taking the time to share your experiences. We appreciate that you have noted some of the key advantages of pursuing a career as a First Command Financial Advisor, including the opportunity to work with good people. Your observation aligns with the feedback we get from our most successful Advisors. They tell us that one of the most compelling elements of this career is the opportunity to serve military families in a meaningful way. Four out of five First Command Financial Advisors come from the ranks of veterans and military spouses. For these Advisors, the career is about serving those who serve. It is about staying connected to the military community in a way that adds value to the lives of service members and their families by helping them pursue their financial objectives and goals.As you note, our Advisors have flexibility of schedule and unlimited earning potential. That's because they are independent contractors. We seek individuals with internal drive, entrepreneurial mindsets and a desire for professional growth. We provide new Advisors with an extensive training program designed to equip them to succeed as independent contractors. Advisors learn how to build and grow their own business, serve new clients, and provide quality, face-to-face financial coaching. We have found that those who are primarily motivated to sell products do not typically enjoy long-term success. We do not focus on the sale of whole life insurance (or any specific type of financial product). Rather, we coach our clients to become financially disciplined and confident in their pursuit of financial security by addressing the spectrum of financial issues they face. We always put our clients first. We are committed to a culture that reflects the highest ethical standards and best practices of the financial services industry. Again, thank you for taking the time to share your experiences.

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Pros

True to its core values and principles. Family oriented and encourages family & work balance. Free financial counseling! Honest, kind, respectful employees and excellent CEO

Cons

Lots of baby boomers who don’t want to change work processes to enhance results, but they mean well :)

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First Command Financial Services Response
2w
Thank you for taking the time to share your experience with First Command. We’re pleased to hear that our family-oriented culture, strong values, and supportive colleagues made a positive impact during your time with us. We also appreciate your feedback regarding opportunities to improve processes. We are committed to evolving as an organization, and insights like yours help inform how we continue to enhance efficiency and drive better results across the business. Your perspective is valuable, and we will share your comments with our leadership team.
3.0
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Some times work is good

Cons

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First Command Financial Services Response
1mo
Thank you for taking the time to share your experience. We appreciate you being open about how things feel day to day. Feedback like this, both in reviews and through our employee surveys, helps us get a better picture of where we’re doing well and where we can continue to improve. Your input matters, and it’s an important part of our ongoing effort to strengthen our culture and create a better work environment for everyone. We appreciate you taking a moment to share your perspective.
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