If you desperately need a job... - Title Examiner Cook & James Employee Review

1.0
2 June 2022
Recommend
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Pros

Christmas bonuses, gift cards on your birthday.

Cons

The owners are severely out of touch with the terrible management or do not care. The managers have clear favorites and complain about other employees to their favorites. I found myself on both sides of this during my tenure at CJ. I had two family emergencies at CJ, and I was guilted into staying for one and given the cold shoulder for leaving for another. When I spoke up for the latter time, I was suddenly picked on, and the manager's tone with me significantly shifted. This particular manager has received many complaints, yet they maintained their position, and their poor behavior was often defended or covered up by middle management. I would only advise working for this company if this is all you have. Since I have left, I have seen a significant improvement in my mental health, and it has been a breath of fresh air. When I would leave my desk for a moment to use the restroom, I was often questioned why I had not done anything in 10 minutes, and I constantly missed my lunch break to get off work at a reasonable time. They let you work from home, but they expect you to be chained to your desk for 50 plus hours a week, never get sick, and never have an emergency. Essentially do not be human.

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5.0
9 July 2025
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Pros

Owners and management are very caring and show appreciation to their staff. Provide unlimited support and opportunities.

Cons

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4.0
18 Mar 2025
Recommend
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Pros

Overall, I love my job. They are very flexible with doctor appointments and such. I appreciate not being micro managed. I have zero complaints about my team who I work with, we are like a close knit family. I also enjoy what I do- problem solving is fun for me and I like being challenged. I am fully remote. Generous PTO benefits.

Cons

The pay, for sure. I do not feel as though I am paid what I am worth. I know the real estate industry has been iffy since Covid, and that has played a major role in any salary increase, which I understand. However, I’ve been with the company for over a decade and feel as though I should be paid more than a new hire. I also think that we could use some more organization, communication, and I wish there were training classes instead of being a “learn as you go” type thing. I’m big on wanting to know “why” things need to be done certain ways, versus just “this is how it’s done”.

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