Dull, Toxic and Ethically Challenged Company - Anonymous employee M Financial Group Employee Review

1.0
Dec 22, 2016
Anonymous employee
Recommend
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Pros

Exceptionally nice office, a handfull of very great people, well stocked coffee bar and a great location.

Cons

Exceedingly dull environment which attracts and breeds exceedingly dull and lazy people. A good majority of people there are skating through their day not having to do much and quite happy with that, so the push to get anything accomplished is mostly absent. This is definitely an issue if you are to be driving teams to accomplish deliverables. Management seems almost completely blind to the lack of productivity of their teams in comparison with other companies' work expectations and there is support for some of the worst employees imaginable due to toxic politics. Even when management is made aware of issues, no action is taken. The HR department is one of the worst I have ever encountered anywhere, extremely snobbish and very unprofessional. The turnover rate at M says all you need to know.

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M Financial Group Response
9y
We continue to believe that we have a fantastic team of hard working, smart, and interesting people who approach their jobs with a high degree of professionalism and integrity. Had you been with us for more than a year, I am confident your generalizations would have been challenged by meeting many more great people. In any event, we know we have things to work on—individually and as a team—and we will continue to evolve and improve. Turnover is always part of this process as people make decisions like you made and choose to explore new challenges. Our focus remains on attracting and retaining team-focused leaders who take an active role in identifying and implementing solutions that elevate our success. Sitting on the sidelines won’t get it done and thankfully we have a great group of professionals who want to be in the game.

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5.0
Mar 25, 2026
Anonymous employee
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Pros

I love working here, it’s a great fit for the right strengths. If you’re an adaptable, tenacious, problem solver, you’ll thrive. There are repetitive and unique tasks that arise, satisfying both needs for structure and challenge. I’ve watched our CEO grow with his delivery during town halls and office interactions.

Cons

Internal communications could be more streamlined and centralized; the majority of communications target the field and associates could benefit on less formal internal communications of what’s occurring within business units.

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M Financial Group Response
2mo
Thank you for your review! We agree that M Financial is a rewarding workplace experience for motivated individuals committed to achieving success. Our employees are our greatest strength, and the attributes you outline in your review are among those we value and reward as a company. We appreciate the feedback regarding our approach to communications and will consider it in our efforts going forward.
1.0
May 29, 2026
Anonymous employee
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Pros

Modern office space and generally pleasant physical work environment.

Cons

Leadership appears to equate visibility with productivity. Employees are closely monitored, and minor deviations from expected routines can receive disproportionate attention. The culture often feels less focused on results and more focused on ensuring people are visibly performing work at all times. Note: the lowest pay in the industry. There is a noticeable gap between stated values and day-to-day management practices. Professional adults are treated as though they require constant oversight, which creates an atmosphere of distrust. Rather than empowering employees to succeed, management frequently defaults to control, criticism, and second-guessing. Training and development expectations are often unrealistic. Employees are expected to rapidly absorb complex material while simultaneously maintaining full workloads and navigating shifting expectations. Success is expected, but meaningful support is inconsistent. The organization would benefit from spending less time monitoring employees and more time addressing strategic priorities, process improvements, and retention concerns. Talented people do not leave because the work is difficult; they leave because they are exhausted by unnecessary management friction.

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M Financial Group Response
2w
Thank you for your review of M Financial Group. We regret to learn that you had an unfavorable experience at M. Your feedback has been shared with our senior leadership team for further consideration.
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