Org Dev Area Looking Up - Anonymous employee JetBlue Employee Review

4.0
Feb 23, 2016
Anonymous employee
Recommend
CEO approval
Business outlook

Pros

VP Simi gone from H/R after almost 100% of crew members she hired bailed. A non-leader in charge of leadership, Simi has been "promoted" away from headquarters likely to minimize damage to the core company and crewmembers. Things now seem to be looking up. Good, courteous culture.

Cons

Stock shares flat due to maturity of company. Not a lot of upside on options. Work life balance doesn't really exist. Work areas stink guys - its like making airline seats smaller. You wouldn't do it to your customer so why do it to your crewmembers?

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Working at JetBlue has a lot of benefits, especially for people who enjoy a fast-paced environment and interacting with others. One of the biggest advantages is the travel perks. Employees get standby flight benefits, which makes traveling much more affordable and gives people the opportunity to visit places they normally might not have been able to. Another major positive is the work environment and company culture. JetBlue puts a strong focus on teamwork, customer service, and treating employees with respect. Many crewmembers build close relationships with their coworkers because everyone works together during busy operations and challenging situations.

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Working at JetBlue also comes with challenges, especially because the airline industry can be very demanding. One of the biggest downsides is the schedule. Many positions require working early mornings, overnight shifts, weekends, holidays, and long hours during delays or bad weather. The schedule can sometimes make it difficult to maintain work-life balance. Another challenge is dealing with stressful situations. Airport operations move very quickly, and employees often have to handle upset customers, flight delays, cancellations, or operational issues while still remaining professional and calm. During peak travel seasons, the pressure can increase significantly.

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