Excellent org for self-starters who appreciate autonomy in their day-to-day - Anonymous employee Gallup Employee Review

5.0
Feb 26, 2014
Anonymous employee
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Pros

Even when I was a new employee I felt my opinions were welcome and appreciated. In just a few years at Gallup I have gained opportunities and responsibilities in things I'm passionate about and that align to my talents. Strengths-based culture makes everything less competitive and more collaborative -- I love being able to call my colleagues "friends." Managers set goals with you, but they trust and empower you to achieve them in your own style without any annoying micromanaging. Because of this unique management style and culture, Gallup is definitely not for everyone -- If you don't come to work "ready to play" and make things happen, you won't last long and you will have difficulty achieving a healthy work/life balance. BUT if you are a hard worker and a team player you will be rewarded and have a fulfilling career at Gallup.

Cons

Sometimes the hours required to be productive and "successful" can get a little high, but most of this can be managed by having open conversations with your manager about prioritization and ownership of tasks. I disagree with some of the metrics that determine "performance," but to me the pros (culture, flexibility, career opportunity) outweigh the cons for sure.

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5.0
Jul 1, 2026
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Pros

Managers are outstanding. They truly respect and care about their employees. They make you feel comfortable sharing your opinions. They empower you to take action. The culture is fantastic. Fellow employees are wonderful to work with. Everyone takes their role seriously. You feel part of a village and want to contribute. You get to do what you do best! The mission and purpose make this feel not so much like a job, more like a way of life.

Cons

As is true for many companies, there are a lot of changes needed to be competitive in this current environment. Working through the changes can be bumpy at times. It is worth it to voice concerns and be part of the solution.

5.0
Jun 8, 2026
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Pros

1. Genuine intellectual autonomy with real institutional backing behind you 2, A research heritage spanning nearly a century that raises the bar on everything you produce. I've worked with Nobel Laureates and many other top minds. 3. The nicest smart people I've encountered anywhere, drawn from all over the world; and that's held true across nearly 30 years 4. Treated like a responsible adult from day one; lots of autonomy and a remarkable breadth of data and research to work with 5. A place where your individuality is an asset, not something to sand down

Cons

1. If you are a person who needs someone else to structure your day and hand you a to-do list, you may struggle; the autonomy is real, and so are the expectations that come with it 2. The pace and intellectual standards can be demanding; this is not a coast-and-collect-a-paycheck environment

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