Amazingly fulling work, but lack of focus and marketing support makes it hard to get things done. - Research Director Forrester Employee Review

4.0
Apr 7, 2013
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Pros

- As an analyst, you get paid to research and help clients on topics your passionate about. - The work can be incredibly fulfilling and access to top tier press and execs is unparallel. - A very strong promote from within culture and somewhat of a meritocracy for analysts. - Great benefits and personal time off; but tricky to use all of the time given. - Excited about recent leadership changes and hope we continue to hire execs from outside.

Cons

- Too many priorities that makes it difficult for research managers and their teams to focus. - All research teams and analysts goaled but some get more marketing support than other. - Lack of investment in the core product and website that,hampers analyst and sales performance. - Recent sales changes have impacted company wide performance; but optimistic it's fixable. - Lack of product marketing making it difficult for sales to sell without tapping analysts for help. - Long hours and travel like a consultant but compensation isn't as comparable.

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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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