Q&A With American Heart Association Employees

The work was not difficult. The amount was overwhelming.

Very difficult.

Overwhelmed. Way too much work for the hours it had to be done in.

Pointless. I knew several people who went to HR with very valid complaints or feedback about other staff that went unanswered or was swept under the rug. Made for a near hostile work environment when you report things and are told there is nothing that can be done about it.

Knowing I was working toward a mission that I truly believed in.

Proven sales record. Very outgoing.

Reasonably. I did a good job, but I watched many, many people leave or be fired who I felt did a good job as well.

Outgoing folks who have few responsibilities outside of work.

How little upper management cared about the mission, and was focused only on donor dollars as they affected their bonus.

Very little diversity.

Most staff is very overwhelmed and overworked. Still, the morale is decent and most staff works above and beyond to help each other out.

With management approval, the ability to work remotely as needed.

Large, open office space with 70+ cubicles. Executive offices around perimeter.

Excellent. The entire AHA shuts down for winter break for over a week in December, and you are allowed a generous vacation policy on top of that.

Work life balance was not as expected--or as the mission itself proclaims it will be. We are told that the work week will be 37.5 hours, yet most employees work 50+. My experience was one of nonstop emails on weekends and PTO days with demands for quick replies.