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What makes Continued a 'Great Place to Work?'

Continued team members in San Antonio, Texas.For the seventh consecutive year, Continued received certification as a great workplace by the independent analysts at Great Place to Work, the global authority on high-trust, high-performance workplace cultures. In addition, Continued was previously named a Best Medium Workplace, a Best Workplace for Women, and a Best Workplace for Millennials by Great Place to Work and Fortune.  

Continued earned these honors based on extensive ratings provided by its team in anonymous surveys as well as an evaluation of the overall culture and benefits. The most recent Great Place to Work employee survey results indicated that:

  • 98% of Continued team members consider the company to be a great place to work and highly regard the organization’s integrity, leadership, hospitality, and camaraderie
  • 100% said Continued is a safe place to work and that people are treated fairly regardless of gender, sexual orientation, or age
  • 100% of Continued team members said they are made to feel welcome

“The core values aren't just words; they are seen and felt on a daily basis.”

We asked our team members what makes Continued such a great workplace, and here’s what some of them had to say:

“Everyone here truly cares about one another and about the work they do. The core values aren't just words; they are seen and felt on a daily basis.” - Jessica Lewis, managing editor of Early Childhood Education

Continued company meeting“From ownership on down, Continued is committed to identifying and capitalizing on individuals' strengths, which means that everyone gets the opportunity to do something they're good at every day. The company also invests a great deal of time and energy in educating leadership on how to be good managers and to ensure employees remain engaged.” - Joanne Slater, director, CEU Administration

“The flexibility the company offers allows me to achieve a work–life balance, and the wellness benefits show me the company cares about my overall health and an improved quality of life for employees.” - Amy Martin, human resources manager

“I think it comes down to a culture of connection and collaboration. The people I get to work with every day are warm, funny, dedicated, and smart. I never get the 'Sunday evening blues' because I love the people I work with and what I get to do every day.” - Asher Primrose, director of Human Resources

“Continued is special because it is truly a company that listens to all of its customers and all of its employees. This is a unique and extraordinary quality in a growing company. I love that even in a virtual environment, I feel like a true part of a fantastic and top-notch team. This company recruits exceptional people in their field, and it makes a significant difference in our product and our work environment.” - Kristin Caldwell, general counsel

“I love that even in a virtual environment, I feel like a true part of a fantastic and top-notch team.”

“Continued possesses a culture that fosters good working relationships and shows commitment to employee well-being. Helping our members develop professional skills is work you can feel good about, and the remote workplace opens up possibilities for travel and helps with good work–life balance.” - Stevie St. John, senior copywriter

“The best thing about being a part of Continued is that there are no physical boundaries. We can embrace talent, creativity, and friendships from around the globe. My colleagues make me feel that I can be who I am every day, and that I’m loved, supported, and accepted.” - Leigha Jansen, director of Educational Technology

“My colleagues make me feel that I can be who I am every day, and that I’m loved, supported, and accepted.”

“Continued's remote workplace has afforded me the opportunity to travel the world and take my office overseas and across country lines with me.” - Ronaldo Olivas, VP of operations

“Every single person here contributes to our culture in a creative and positive way. It’s truly been the most amazing feeling watching it grow.” - Melissa Freund, senior continuing education manager 

“I have a true passion for helping people. What I love most about Continued is that everybody supports that passion, and I have the freedom to help members the way I want to help them.” - Tanya Velarde, customer experience manager 

“Continued possesses a culture that fosters good working relationships and shows commitment to employee well-being.”

Check out our team page to see what more of our team members have to say.


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