Worse Than Expected - Account Executive LARVOL Employee Review

1.0
20 June 2023
Recommend
CEO approval
Business outlook

Pros

Get to travel and meet people in the industry On paper, the compensation structure was good, uncapped. - Market isn't overly saturated and lots of opportunities to prospect

Cons

Rely on the testimonials of other reviewers here... The CEO is steering this company towards failure. The turnover rate within the sales team is excessively high. Expectations and targets are arbitrarily set without any logical reasoning. The CEO frequently contacts you during weekends, citing the company as a "start-up," despite its 18-year existence. While I understand the need for oversight, there is a distinct lack of trust. He employs fear tactics and regularly makes threats of termination or replacement if you don't comply. Additionally, the product is severely outdated. Despite the CEO's constant claims of superiority, he lacks awareness regarding the capabilities of other market products. Everyone in the company treads carefully to avoid offending or questioning the CEO's ego-driven and unpredictable behavior. Stay far away and do not let the base salary entice you!

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LARVOL Response
2y
Thank you for taking the time to share your thoughts about your experience at LARVOL. We value all feedback, as it helps us identify areas for improvement and ensures that we continue to build a positive work environment for our team. While we understand that everyone's experience can be different, we would like to provide a more balanced view to ensure that potential candidates have an accurate understanding of our company. We're pleased to hear that you found some aspects of your role rewarding, such as the opportunity to travel, meet industry professionals, and the uncapped compensation structure on paper, which allows for plenty of opportunities to prospect in a less saturated market. We'd like to address some of the concerns you raised and provide some additional context. As a company, we are continuously striving to grow and evolve. We recognize that change can be challenging, but we are committed to ensuring our team members feel supported and valued throughout the process. We take your concerns about leadership seriously. While we acknowledge that leadership styles can vary, our CEO's dedication to the company's success is unwavering. As a seasoned entrepreneur, our CEO brings a wealth of experience and strategic vision to guide our company forward. Our CEO's intention in reaching out during weekends is to foster a sense of camaraderie and to maintain a strong connection with our team. We apologize if it caused any inconvenience. In terms of expectations and targets, we set them with careful consideration to ensure they are challenging yet attainable, allowing our team members to excel and grow professionally. We regularly review and adjust targets based on market dynamics and feedback from our sales team to ensure alignment with the changing landscape. Once again, thank you for sharing your feedback. We wish you success in your future endeavors and hope that your next professional journey is fulfilling and rewarding.

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5.0
16 May 2024
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CEO approval
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Pros

Good working environment. Flexibility in working.

Cons

They are paying very low salary

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LARVOL Response
2y
We appreciate you taking the time to share your feedback. It's great to hear that you found our working environment positive and enjoyed the flexibility we offer. Regarding salary, we understand its importance and continuously review our compensation packages to ensure they remain competitive within the industry. Your input is valuable, and we'll take it into consideration as we strive to enhance the overall employee experience. Thank you again for your review.
1.0
11 Feb 2026
Recommend
CEO approval
Business outlook

Pros

opportunities to travel and build relationships within the industry

Cons

This is, without question, the worst place I have ever worked. Leadership is the core issue. The CEO runs the company in an ego-driven, top-down manner where disagreement is seen as disloyalty. Decisions feel reactive, inconsistent, and often disconnected from market reality. There is little to no openness to feedback, and challenging ideas — even constructively — is not welcomed. The turnover rate on the sales team is extremely high, and after working there, it’s easy to understand why. Targets are set and changed arbitrarily, often without data or logic to support them. Expectations are unrealistic and then weaponized when they aren’t met. Despite the company being around for nearly two decades, leadership continues to hide behind the “startup” excuse to justify weekend messages, lack of boundaries, and constant pressure. There is no real work-life balance. You are expected to be available at all times. The culture is fear-based. Messaging around performance frequently centers on how easily you can be replaced. Instead of building a motivated, empowered team, leadership relies on intimidation. Morale is low, and most employees operate carefully to avoid triggering the CEO’s unpredictable reactions. HR, in my experience, was completely ineffective. It does not function as a neutral support system for employees. Concerns go nowhere, and there is no meaningful advocacy when issues involve leadership. You are essentially on your own. There were also serious concerns around financial stability. Compensation and payments were delayed, with explanations tied to the company being in financial trouble. That alone created a significant level of stress and uncertainty. The product itself feels outdated compared to competitors, despite constant internal claims that it’s best-in-class. There appears to be little real awareness of how far ahead other companies in the market have moved.

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