Unbelievably wonderful colleagues, numbers rule management decisions. - Senior Analyst Forrester Employee Review

4.0
Feb 15, 2009
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Pros

Tons of smart, interesting people. They work very hard to screen out the knuckleheads, with a lot of success.

Cons

As a researcher, you are supposed to do three general things - research/publishing, respond to client "inquiries", and deliver consulting. In theory you need to do well in all three areas. In practice, developing and delivering consulting is really the most important way to ensure you long-term survival. in fairness, it is difficult to do this without doing the other two well, but the degree to which this is the case is not as clear as it should be.

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5.0
Jun 1, 2026
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Pros

Forrester is a truly rewarding place to work. I feel like I make a meaningful difference every day, both for our clients and within the organization. The colleagues here are exceptional. They are smart, collaborative, and genuinely supportive. I’m constantly learning from a talented group of people who care deeply about the quality of their work and the impact it has. The culture encourages thoughtful problem-solving, professional growth, and doing work that matters.

Cons

The most challenging aspect right now is the current business performance, which can create uncertainty and added pressure across teams. At times, this environment can impact workloads, decision-making speed, and overall predictability.

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Thank you for your many years of contribution to Forrester ! I’m really glad to hear how strongly you feel about your colleagues and the impact of the work. It's wonderful to see the combination of thoughtful problem-solving, collaboration, and meaningful outcomes reflected in your experience. You’re also right to call out the challenges of the current business environment. Periods of change and performance pressure can create uncertainty, and I know that can impact workload, pace, and predictability. I am confident we are on the right path towards growth this year and it wouldnt have been possible without great colleagues like you. Thank you again for your candid feedback, it means a great deal coming from someone with such deep experience at Forrester. Jobina Gonsalves Chief People Officer
3.0
Jun 23, 2026
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Pros

Smart people work here, work-life balance is ideal if you have a good manager.

Cons

Morale is low, leadership is extremely out of touch with the sentiments of the workforce.

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