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4.0
May 11, 2023
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Pros

Used to be a great place to work. Lead by great managers and leads who had genuine empathy and leadership skills. I used to love my work and my managers kept pushing me and encouraging me. We had a small but cohesive, high performing team. This was my best job ever.

Cons

I may be wrong, but SD acquisition ended in a flurry of bad management/business ideas that basically started the end of an era at Forrester. Sudden changes in management in 2021 triggered mistrust and job security concerns in the technology dept. The new management team had no respect for the amazing work that had been done, nor had any clue as to how sophisticated the systems were. It also introduced bad politics and opaqueness to the leadership. Don't know the current state, but saw much interest in offshoring suddenly. And it came with a cost of quality. Career growth and salary hikes were not great. It also depends on your department, I guess. Current exec team seems to be obsessed with CV and stock value while rest of the world is not ready to pay any more.

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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
Anonymous employee
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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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