Grow Up Acumen! - Anonymous employee Acumen Employee Review

2.0
Apr 30, 2010
Anonymous employee
Recommend
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Pros

This is an environment where a recent college graduate can get a lot of responsibility and project management experience very quickly. The work can be high-profile and interesting, and you are given a good amount of responsibility and ownership almost from day 1. There is also ample opportunity to interact with senior management.

Cons

Unfortunately, the projects and level of responsibility are awarded on a seemingly arbitrary basis. Management is rampant with extreme favoritism, and raises, promotions, offices, teams, etc are all doled out based on shady behind-the-scenes shenanigans that aren't subject to any accountability. This coupled with the fact that the company demands every moment of your waking life, and in return all you receive is disrespect and belittlement at the hands of the managing member.

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- The work is intellectually engaging and gave me many chances to grow technically. - I learned a lot from talented coworkers and appreciated being part of projects with real-world relevance. - There was also good exposure to translating technical work into clear, usable takeaways.

Cons

- The work can be intense and detail-heavy, and deadlines can sometimes feel demanding. - Priorities may shift quickly, which can make it hard to plan ahead. - At times, the volume of revisions and fast pace can be stressful.

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We've heard that this type of feedback is helpful to new graduates and prospective applicants, particularly your perspective on the pros and cons of working here. Please continue to share your experiences during your career journey with us. We wish you the best!
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Great people to work with overall

Cons

Management is disorganized No incentives to want to continue working there

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