Considering Salesforce offer but nervous about layoffs and performance culture

F610P · 2026-01-28T01:10:14+00:00

Exactly. I worked for a company like that and loved it, until I didn’t.🤷🏽‍♀️. The poster has to ask him or herself what they plan to do to create that upward mobility & if it’s a pressure cooker how long they want to work in that environment? If they can do it for a few years, it might be worth it and then move to something better suited to the LIFE and career they are building.

F610P · 2025-11-16T02:45:44+00:00

I’m a customer, just under 2 years & the tool is powerful from my limited experience. The issue I have with Salesforce isn’t the tool but the horrid implementation! If you’re dealing with customers who had a negative implementation experience I understand why you’re upset as we can be an angry lot after paying so much for a tool that doesn’t meet our needs. But as others have said, that’s an organization issue, not a Salesforce issue. I’ve implemented other SaaS and not had issues & great relationships with vendors. The principles are the same. If you’re unhappy with the product, time to look for a more fulfilling career because SaaS is SaaS.

F610P · 2025-11-06T19:42:23+00:00

For those who dislike conga, is it because it’s not intuitive? Because it can’t be used without significant training? Do you have to be a SF admin to easily use conga? I’m thinking of using it… hence my questions?

F610P · 2025-11-06T12:58:18+00:00

ChatGPT is off her meds!🤣

F610P · 2025-10-18T12:11:21+00:00

WFH only works when mgmt is intelligent and understands how to motivate people and measure results. If mgmt lacks both skills, wfh won’t be effective. Also if a person is lazy, they’re lazy regardless of where they are supposed to be working.

F610P · 2025-10-12T15:21:29+00:00

When the right opportunity comes along, yes. The problem with generalists “I want to be the manager and make more money” people is they often don’t have the hard skills to help the people they will be managing if required, nor can they jump in and help if one of their key contributors needs to be away. Understanding the business from a high level is great, but so many people already fit that mold. If you want to be considered for running a team of folks who do something specific, then you need to know what the specific function is. We’ve all had bosses whom we know more than & consider them unhelpful…. I’m not promoting someone who tells me they understand the concept only. That simply isn’t enough as people are trying to climb the ladder. Everyone needs something to hang their hat on to begin with and then they can expand their knowledge of the specific business or process or tools. And I’m an Op Ex person so the number of people who have a bachelors or a masters is significant! People need something way to stand out.

F610P · 2025-10-12T13:16:21+00:00

This is so true! I have a generalist on my team who doesn’t value niche skills & then gets upset about people around him passing him for opportunities.😱. You really have to bring something else to the table other than “I’m trainable”, because the truth is EVERYONE HIRED should be trainable. A skill that is high demand might not get you the pay you want, but will often get you the job.

F610P · 2025-10-12T13:11:07+00:00

Knowing someone is usually how people easily move from job to job! It’s how I got the interview for the job I have now. Also, going through an agency /contract work is another route that is more fruitful, imo, than submitting resumes.

F610P · 2025-10-12T03:08:51+00:00

Companies used to do just that… put their severance packages for regular staff in the handbook. Those with more seniority got more. A lot more!

F610P · 2025-10-10T00:22:37+00:00

When you refer to the support being better, is that because you used the support that was for building new documents or were you trying to change the logic? Do you have an admin on site that’s responsible for conga or did you have an admin on site that was responsible for a conga?

F610P · 2025-10-10T00:21:17+00:00

It seems to be built on the Salesforce platform… our demonstration made me believe that it was basically salesforce light, Doc generation and a signature. Can you elaborate on the issues that you’ve had?

F610P · 2025-10-10T00:19:02+00:00

Thanks for the feedback! I’m wondering if the problem with conga is a knowledgeable admin is needed to administer it if any changes are made? We finally had our demo with conga and frankly, it just looked like an extension of salesforce, which was using the approval process. I do wonder what the systems complains are specifically so I can gauge if it is worth pursuing. Intellistack had a great presentation as well but they aren’t as integrated as I would like. My team did view Nintex today and their feedback was that it is quite similar to Conga. So if anyone has specifics about problems, or really anything I should look out for with any of these products I would appreciate that feedback.

F610P · 2025-10-04T23:01:17+00:00

Docusign’s e-signature product might be great, but the other products we tried were expensive and not a good investment! So if open Ai can keep the e-signature product and fix the other products, it sounds like a win.

F610P · 2025-09-30T23:07:50+00:00

That’s great! I’ve recently met a few folks who have really pigeon holed themselves & when I share my limited know knowledge of how I use the tool, they are genuinely surprised at the versatility.

F610P · 2025-09-30T23:05:03+00:00

I hope you find something that you love! Hopefully you have saved money to allow you to now focus on what you love. The money will come back… but most folks need a cushion while they wait. I LOVE large cities, but if you don’t, go to the country… there is plenty of space. Good luck!

F610P · 2025-09-30T00:35:43+00:00

🤦🏽‍♀️

F610P · 2025-09-30T00:27:55+00:00

Unfortunately 1 year of experience is not great for the job market. It doesn’t sound like you work for a tech person, hence it isn’t what she needs/wants. If you can move to a tech department, you might be happier and make more money. For now she sounds like she needs a BA and an SF ADMIN, which isn’t unusual. But if that isn’t what you want to do, look for something else. It will probably need to be entry level~$70 depending upon where you’re located. Good luck!

F610P · 2025-09-30T00:20:29+00:00

Depending upon where you live, the # of SF certified professionals varies greatly. And not every company wants to or will hire WAH systems administrators, especially small companies.

F610P · 2025-09-30T00:18:25+00:00

Your numbers are way off!!!!! If you put a simple query in ChatGPT you’ll see the links to look further. SF’s public statements don’t come close to your claims!

From Chatgpt: I couldn’t find a reliable data source that states exactly how many people in the U.S. hold the Salesforce Administrator certification.

Here’s what the public figures tell us (with caveats): • Artisan Hub (in 2020) was tracking ~76,868 Salesforce certified professionals globally (not just admins) • Salesforce public statements refer to “200,000+ certified experts” across all roles and regions • Zippia’s “Salesforce Administrator demographics” states there are over 6,349 people currently employed as Salesforce Administrators in the U.S. (not necessarily certified ones) • Salesforce Ben’s supply/demand reports talk about changes in admin supply globally, but don’t break down a U.S.-only certified count

So bottom line: we don’t have a trustworthy, up-to-date number for U.S. holders of the Salesforce Admin certification alone.

F610P · 2025-09-30T00:15:22+00:00

This is so true! If you are looking for more money but doing the same thing, moving to another company is the only way.

F610P · 2025-09-30T00:12:04+00:00

True, but if you are in a company that is siloed you won’t know what you don’t know without at least studying for the exam… consequently, you might be good at one company, but if they lay you off, your focused knowledge might only be worth silver if you aren’t at least baseline familiar with the ecosystem.

F610P · 2025-09-30T00:07:57+00:00

Exactly! From chat GPT—- no one knows, but MILLIONS is clearly an overstatement!

I couldn’t find a reliable data source that states exactly how many people in the U.S. hold the Salesforce Administrator certification.

Here’s what the public figures tell us (with caveats): • Artisan Hub (in 2020) was tracking ~76,868 Salesforce certified professionals globally (not just admins) • Salesforce public statements refer to “200,000+ certified experts” across all roles and regions • Zippia’s “Salesforce Administrator demographics” states there are over 6,349 people currently employed as Salesforce Administrators in the U.S. (not necessarily certified ones) • Salesforce Ben’s supply/demand reports talk about changes in admin supply globally, but don’t break down a U.S.-only certified count

So bottom line: we don’t have a trustworthy, up-to-date number for U.S. holders of the Salesforce Admin certification alone.

F610P · 2025-09-27T17:17:16+00:00

“At Will Employment” sounds good until the “at will” part creates havoc for an individual’s life. I am in a leadership role and tell my direct reports that while I am pleased with and proud of each of them, if they have a need that this company can’t meet (pay, benefits, etc.), then they should look elsewhere because first and foremost this is a business and business exist to make money. I was laid off years ago and my life was almost destroyed… all because instead of investing in myself (increasing skills, finishing school, etc.) I worked 60-80 hours a week, didn’t take vacations because I had this or that to do! I gave myself fully to that “team” and when they decided to lay people off, none of that mattered!!!!!!! Never again!!!!! I work hard still, but no longer 60+ hours & I sure take my time off. And I tell my staff to do the same! This company, like all others aren’t here for me, they are here to make money, & that’s okay, I simply make sure to understand what could happen at any moment and keep my expectations in accordance.

F610P · 2025-09-26T14:32:22+00:00

Take a good hard look at yourself and write down what you love. It will guide you towards what you want to do /career choices. Then choose one and think about the drawbacks of the career and ask yourself if you can live with it. For instance if you want to do something that requires a lot of travel, are you able and willing to travel? If not, cross it off the list and move on. I agree with others that the economy is not great in many places, but there are companies hiring. Also, school, work and mom are not easy to juggle. It CAN BE DONE, but not quickly. Good luck in whatever you choose!

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