Tesla reviews

3.5

58% would recommend to a friend

(11,972 total reviews)
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Elon Musk

59% approve of CEO

56% positive business outlook

Tesla has an employee rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars, based on 11,972 company reviews on Glassdoor which indicates that most employees have a good working experience there. The Tesla employee rating is in line with the average (within 1 standard deviation) for employers within the Manufactura industry (3.5 stars).

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12K reviews
1.0
Mar 22, 2024
Recommend
CEO approval
Business Outlook

Pros

- Looks good on resume

Cons

- For myself, taking the job at Tesla was a mistake and I want this to be a warning to others. Please listen to what many others say about Tesla, I didn't and I regret it - Horrible business side, very difficult to get clear requirements. - No trainings to understand factory processes - "Figure it out yourself" mentality among often overworked coworkers - Lack of visibility into product impact

1.0
Mar 4, 2024
Recommend
CEO approval
Business Outlook

Pros

The benefits are the only good thing going at Tesla.

Cons

1. **Incompetent Management**: A significant concern among employees is the perceived incompetence of management. There are reports of managers failing to provide fair and accurate assessments of individual performances. This inadequacy in leadership can lead to a lack of guidance, support, and meaningful development opportunities for employees. 2. **Workplace Politics**: The culture within Tesla is described by some as being more about "who you know" rather than "what you know." This environment can lead to feelings of frustration and demotivation among those who believe that merit and hard work are not adequately recognized or rewarded. 3. **Burnout**: High levels of stress and long working hours contribute to burnout among employees. The demanding pace and pressure to perform can lead to physical and mental exhaustion, significantly impacting work-life balance and overall well-being. 4. **Compensation Issues**: There are complaints that compensation does not match the workload or the industry standards, leaving employees feeling undervalued. This concern is particularly pronounced given the high expectations and intense work environment at Tesla. 5. **Technology Concerns**: Despite Tesla's reputation for innovation, some employees express dissatisfaction with the internal technology and systems they use daily. These "technology" issues can range from software inefficiencies to outdated tools that hinder rather than help operational effectiveness.

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