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Unprofessional, scheming manager - Tour Consultant EF (Education First) Employee Review

1.0
7 Mar 2019
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Pros

Free tour, amazing co-workers and nice office space

Cons

deliverables of over 100+ cold-calls to teachers in the middle of the summer?! Treated as a number not a teammate by any higher-ups. inter-team competition did not foster a kind or learning environment

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EF (Education First) Response
7y
Thank you for your feedback. I’m happy to hear that you had a strong connection with your colleagues and that you were able to see the world with us. However I am sorry to hear of your negative experiences during your time with our team. Training is a huge priority for us, both in the onboarding stage and in continued professional development. We invest heavily in our ongoing Entrepreneurial Sales Development Program, which ensures strong preparation for the role while also nurturing individual professional goals. Territory Managers do drive the strategy for sales growth in their region. Occasionally this does require a high call volume but strategies are always tailored to the needs and growth potential of a specific area. We do foster an environment of healthy competition and utilize inter-office contests (ex. Top performers trip) to create a fun, engaging sales environment. -- Mike Kaufman, Sr. Director of People Operations

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5.0
27 Feb 2026
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Pros

- Opportunity for quick advancement - Trainings for new managers - Culture of innovation and entrepreneurship - Global connections; opportunities to travel - Fast-paced work environment - Friendly, supportive teams

Cons

- Low pay (industry) - Burnout / overworked during peak seasons

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EF (Education First) Response
3mo
Thank you for sharing your experience! We’re glad to hear you’ve found opportunities for early career development, leadership training, and global connection during your time at EF. Creating a vibrant culture where colleagues can learn from one another and grow quickly is something we care deeply about. We also appreciate your perspective on compensation and workload during busy seasons. Supporting our colleagues’ limitless potential while helping them make a real impact through their work is important to us, and feedback like yours helps us continue to reflect on how we support our teams.
4.0
2 June 2026
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Pros

You get to choose your tour and recruit the students you want to bring. The paid chaperone ratio is 6:1, so it is very manageable. The tours are great and the local experts are wonderful.

Cons

Company support is variable. There is high turnover and new consultants are very sales motivated and don't always get the nuances of your school or community group. I have had some WONDERFUL concusltants, but they have always been promoted before I get to work with them again.

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