I was terminated 1.5 weeks into a five-week, out-of-state sales training with no prior warning and no clear explanation beyond being told I “wasn’t a good fit.”
The conversation took place unexpectedly in a secluded room near security, where I was told I was to be on the next flight home. I was then left alone to process the situation while waiting for transportation.
This came after a two-year interview process, multiple in-person meetings with leadership, and full transparency on my personal circumstances before accepting the role. At the time I started, I was on paternity leave with a newborn at home, and my wife and I had to make significant childcare and travel arrangements in order for me to attend training. I accepted the role under specific travel expectations, which were later extended, requiring additional out-of-pocket expenses for flights, childcare, and professional attire.
I was also approved to fly home on weekends at my own expense, but once training began, that arrangement seemed to be viewed differently in practice despite having been discussed in advance. More broadly, the training culture appeared geared toward very early-career employees with minimal outside obligations and an expectation that work take priority over everything else. That was surprising given how transparent I had been with leadership about my family situation before accepting the job.
I left a stable role where I had recently achieved Presidents Club and ranked third nationally in sales. I came in experienced, coachable, and committed, but was never given any indication of performance concerns or any opportunity to improve.
After my termination, I was directed to HR for additional information. Despite multiple attempts through phone, email, and internal tools, I was unable to obtain any further clarification beyond the initial statement. Prospective employees should be aware that, in my experience, following the recommended channels for additional context did not result in further information or resolution.
During the first week of training, new reps were also encouraged to post positive Glassdoor reviews before many had substantial firsthand experience with the company. Prospective candidates may want to keep that context in mind when evaluating online reviews.
Overall, the experience reflected a lack of consistency and transparency in leadership communication from hiring through training and termination.
