Cisco Financial Analyst LIFT Program reviews

4.4

1% would recommend to a friend

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Chuck Robbins

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5.0
Oct 28, 2020
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Pros

-The rotational aspect of the program is great in that you can experience 4 very different roles over the course of 2 years, which is great for trying to understand a company as large as Cisco. The variety of roles is clearly a plus as you are able to preference which areas interest you as you move throughout your time in the program. -Generally, the expectations from your teams are within reason but provide a challenge at least in my experience. Learning is encouraged and mistakes are seen as an opportunity to grow rather than a reason for criticism. -The program itself feels like a family of sorts that you can relate with people in the same boat as yourself early in career. This makes for a great support system and provides an automatic resource for general questions.

Cons

-Sometimes timing of role responsibilities and additional program expectations can overlap which can create a challenge; however, these are chances to exercise time management. -Transitions can be a little tricky to manage due to turnover of roles (some new ones can be added and others) so some processes aren't as clearly defined. Generally business partners are understanding though and there's always help to get you up to speed.

5.0
Oct 14, 2020
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Pros

The Leaders in Finance and Technology (LIFT) Program is a 2-year rotational program for recent college grads. Not only does Cisco provide several networking, volunteering, diversity & inclusion, and career development opportunities within the program, but after the program as well. There are plenty of job swap opportunities throughout your entire career at Cisco. Typically, employees try to rotate to grow their skillsets about every 2-4 years. Also, because Cisco is such a large company, no role is the same. You have plenty of opportunities to learn something new and develop in new areas both personally and professionally.

Cons

Definitely depends on the specific team you are on, but work-life balance isn't always the best for roles that are more demanding. Personally, out of the 4 teams I have worked with, 2 of them have required long hours outside of your normal 9am-5pm. Cisco as a company promotes time off, it's just that certain teams are busier than others.

5.0
Oct 9, 2020
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Pros

- LIFT's rotational aspect gives you an opportunity to try 4 different roles within finance for 6 months each - The people at Cisco are AMAZING. LIFT provides a great community of active LIFTers, LIFT alumni, and LIFT managers - LIFT has many great opportunities to grow your career and build your network outside of just your role, including mentor circles, networking events, additional training academies, social events, leadership series, and learning series

Cons

You are making a commitment to be held to higher standards, be engaged, and fufill various program requirements if you join this program. I don't consider that a con because that is something I wanted, but if that's not something you're willing to do, this may not be the best option for you

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