Pros
What I like most about A-B is the fact that the company rewards it’s employees who are willing to accept challenges and push themselves outside of their own comfort levels. It has helped me achieve things that I may have otherwise not attempted to do in a different work environment. Each employee is considered an “owner” so they want you to dream big and bring big ideas to the table, and if you do, they are willing to put their money where their mouth is and invest in them. Opportunities are endless if you are willing to put in the work, and have a willingness to learn. In my five years here, I’ve held three different positions, which has given me the opportunity to be exposed to different functions within the company and make me a more well-rounded employee. While the company is very results driven, they have also made great strides in making sure each employee has a good work/life balance, or at least my area does. If I need to leave early to pick up my dog from daycare (don’t judge), I can do so without feeling guilty. At the end of the day, you are accountable for your own results, so if you get your work done, no one cares if you leave early or come in a late…here and there. My biggest pro is the PEOPLE. You will work with some of the smartest people in the industry, which elevates you as a person and employee because you are able to absorb the knowledge they bring to the table and vice-versa. And one cannot forget compensation and the added benefits. The compensation and 401K matching is solid. Plus, you get free beer each month and access to an excellent gym in St. Louis.
Cons
I would still like to see the company become a little more progressive with their work from home policy. From what I hear from my team is that if they were allowed to work from home at least one day a week, it would increase their engagement.
