Genuine people with problematic leadership - Anonymous employee SonderMind Employee Review

2.0
15 Dec 2021
Anonymous employee
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Pros

Most of my peers at SonderMind were genuine and hardworking. They truly cared about each other and improving access to mental health care.

Cons

Senior leadership was very disconnected from the day-to-day employee experience and challenges. Many of my peers were working long hours, burnt out, and anxious which is concerning for a company focused on mental health. I saw employees expressing this to senior leadership and not receiving empathy or understanding in return. I did not see leadership address any of these concerns and instead many talented people decided to leave. There were not any diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives and employees who brought forward ideas in this space were not supported. I do not recommend Sondermind to people of color or anyone from an underrepresented group. Diversity is not a priority and senior leadership did not show any desire to change this during my time there.

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SonderMind has been one of the best work environments I have experienced in my 23-year career. The company genuinely cares about employee well-being, ensures employees are recognized for their contributions, and fosters a culture of respect among colleagues—something I have never experienced to this degree in any prior workplace.

Cons

I genuinely cannot identify any cons of working at SonderMind.

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Hi, thanks for sharing your experience! We’re glad to hear SonderMind has been a great place for you, and we’ll keep working to make it even better.
5.0
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Pros

I have had an amazing experience working at SonderMind. The company genuinely values its employees and fosters a strong sense of teamwork and collaboration. Leadership consistently demonstrates that employee voices matter by actively listening to feedback and quickly implementing meaningful changes. It creates an environment where team members feel respected, supported, and empowered to do their best work. One of the most impactful aspects of working at SonderMind is the intentional investment in leadership and team connection. Bringing leaders together annually strengthens collaboration, builds camaraderie, and reinforces a unified mission. Throughout my professional career, this has been my best overall work experience, and it is clear that SonderMind prioritizes both employee well-being and organizational growth.

Cons

While my overall experience at SonderMind has been very positive, the company is growing and evolving quickly, which can sometimes mean processes and workflows change frequently. This requires employees to remain flexible and adaptable as new systems and structures are implemented. Additionally, because the organization is highly mission-driven and fast-paced, workloads can occasionally feel demanding during periods of growth or transition. However, leadership is typically receptive to feedback and works to address challenges as they arise.

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SonderMind Response
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Hi, thanks for sharing your experience! We’re glad to hear SonderMind has been a great place for you, and we’ll keep working to make it even better.
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