Slightly better than being unemployed - Anonymous employee APCON Employee Review

1.0
May 9, 2011
Anonymous employee
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Pros

The technology is moderately interesting and most of the people are fun to work with. The market is red hot and looks to be so for quite a while. The main working hours are 8 to 5:30 and many people do not have to put in extra time.

Cons

It is a very oppressive atmosphere in which to work. The company culture does not value the individual. You will be in fear of losing your job on a daily basis. Management does not know how to manage projects or motivate people, nor do they care to learn. Specs are not even half-baked and change before you have had a chance to provide feedback (which is not welcomed). You will not be motivated or recognized for quality work. Weekly changes in direction and a constant short term focus on the next customer (many times to prevent losing said customer) means that getting the next release out in a panic is the only focus. Quality and consistency are sacrificed every step of the way. Very little thought is put into long-term product planning or career development. Product development is all about the top few managers calling all the shots whether the are competent or not (and they are not).

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5.0
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Pros

APCON is an excellent company for anyone looking to advance their marketing career. As a Marketing Strategist, I have had the opportunity to work on diverse and challenging projects that have significantly enhanced my skills. The management genuinely values creativity and encourages out-of-the-box thinking. The team environment is collaborative and supportive, making it easy to share ideas and innovate. The leadership provides clear goals and offers constructive feedback to help employees grow. Additionally, the company invests in professional development through workshops and training sessions, which have been invaluable. The work culture promotes a healthy balance between personal and professional life, and the benefits package is competitive. Cons:

Cons

Honestly, not many. Like any fast-paced environment, there can be busy periods, but the support from the team makes it manageable.

1.0
Mar 9, 2026
Anonymous employee
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Pros

The people who work at APCON are very nice and knowledgeable.

Cons

The headline says it all. The CEO is a rude, narcissistic bully. His input is never specific or useful, just general mean comments meant to knock employees to their knees. I was out the door as soon as I found another job.

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