Sinking Ship - RDR Forrester Employee Review

1.0
Jan 8, 2025
Recommend
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Pros

The job I do is simple enough that I only think about it during my work hours, I can keep work out of my personal life. I can take time off no questions asked which is helpful for appointments and taking needed breaks.

Cons

There's too many cons to list but the most important ones are the following. The C-Suite has zero idea of how to run the business, make a profit & keep their talent. Instead of providing higher pay and promotions to keep the talent Forrester is letting them walkaway, then hiring individuals who don't always fill in the shoes. There's a lot of empty promises about moving within the company but it feels like pulling teeth. They can't handle any complaints and stopped the ability to have live questions during company meetings so they can cherry pick conversation topics. The Sales team doesn't get their quotas or territories solidified until the middle of Q1 which is setting up employees for failure and massive confusion. If the execs were able to run this organization that aspect would be figured out in Q4. The pay is absolutely abysmal that it's truly a joke in comparison to other companies. They are making employees come into office 3 days a week within a radius without paying employees enough to live in the area. At this point the pay is minimum wage which is an absolute joke.

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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
Recommend
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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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