I would like to share my experiences working at LearningNetwork, and I believe it's important for potential employees to be aware of certain aspects before considering employment with this organization.
During my time at LearningNetwork, I observed a culture that seemed to value overachievers, potentially to an extreme. It appeared that the company intentionally sought individuals with an extraordinary work ethic, which, unfortunately, could lead to manipulation and the expectation of working extensive hours, often surpassing the standard 40-hour workweek.
In my first year, I dedicated a considerable amount of my personal time to the job, resulting in an average workweek of over 70 hours. Within six months, I was approached informally and asked to relocate to Colorado to work directly for the owner. Despite declining this opportunity, I was subsequently offered a managerial position. Even after declining the managerial role, I was asked to oversee tier 1 techs for the following two years, a responsibility that involved conducting performance reviews leading to terminations.
Upon bringing these concerns to HR, I was informed that going above and beyond, despite its impact on my work-life balance, would not be compensated, and over time would not be tracked. This change in expectations led me to adjust my work hours to a standard 40-hour week. Regrettably, this decision resulted in a noticeable shift in the support and collaboration from the owner and my immediate supervisor.
I share this feedback not out of spite but to caution potential employees. If you are considering a position with LearningNetwork, I recommend carefully evaluating the work expectations and ensuring they align with your personal and professional boundaries. Going above and beyond may be expected to the point of potential termination, as my own experience unfortunately demonstrated.
