Lotta big hats, no cattle! - Anonymous employee First Republic Employee Review

Experienced professionals will have a difficult time finding healthy working environment for their continued career or future career advancement. “Big hats, no cattle” comment speaks to the level & pervasiveness of people who claim to be experienced “big ranchers” - but in reality, have “but a few small cows.” Meaning there are entirely too many people claiming to be competent, experienced or have expertise in the key areas of their actual position when truth emerges less than acceptable competence or experience. Sadly they are making largely imactful and expensive decisions - just examine recent stock hits...