Fantastic, People-First Company - Product Owner Forward Financing Employee Review

5.0
14 Nov 2023
Recommend
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Pros

Amazing benefits, thoughtful leadership, and great work/life balance. Management is great at taking feedback and really cares what employees think. For the first time in my career, I can see myself staying at this company long-term.

Cons

Working in a space that is subject to economic uncertainty can lead to instability and job insecurity. Leadership does a great job of keeping teams up-to-date on our performance, that being said.

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Forward Financing Response
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Thank you so much for taking the time to leave us a review. We really value your transparency and are thrilled to hear that you can see yourself staying at Forward for the long-term. At Forward, maintaining a friendly, collaborative, inclusive, transparent culture is a top priority for us. We believe that our team is what makes our organization so special, thats why we take investing in our people so seriously. Like any business, we are subject to the volatility of the economy - however we aim to be transparent and up front with our employees about company performance so that everyone is empowered to make decisions that support our business. We rely on our mission and team to be our north star and prioritize both when making strategic decisions. Thank you for being a part of the team and for helping us drive our mission forward!

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Pros

Top-Tier Compensation & Resources: The company pays very well and genuinely invests in its employees by providing excellent resources to help us succeed. Incredible Culture & Team: My coworkers and team members are amazing, hardworking, and deeply dedicated. There is a strong sense of camaraderie, and we do truly meaningful work together every day. Fantastic Remote Environment: The remote work setup is seamless and highly effective, making it a wonderful place to work from anywhere. Rewarding Leadership: As a manager, it is incredibly fulfilling to support my team, solve problems for our customers, and cross the finish line on major tasks. I feel genuinely lucky to be a part of this organization.

Cons

Learning Curve & Operational Complexity: The environment is very fast-paced, and the product itself is highly complex. It takes a significant amount of time to learn the ins and outs, which naturally makes managing the operations space a bit challenging. Heavy Manual Workload: There are a lot of manual reviews required, which can lead to an increased workload for managers. Growing Pains: Right now, there is a lot of reliance on "tribal knowledge" and navigating gray areas. As the company continues to expand, leadership will need to prioritize building more standardized, scalable processes to ease the operational burden.

5.0
23 Jun 2026
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Pros

Amazing company to work for. The team is incredibly supportive, and everyone is always willing to help and answer questions. The collaborative environment makes it easy to learn, grow, and feel valued as an employee. I truly appreciate the positive culture and the encouragement I receive from my colleagues and leadership.

Cons

None at this time. I am really enjoying my experience working here and look forward to continuing to grow with the company.

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