Up or Out no buts about it - Senior Consultant Pariveda Employee Review

2.0
Apr 19, 2010
Recommend
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Pros

There business model works for a professional services firm.. Local projects working with a diverse client base Leadership - savvy in IT consulting Potential for rapid career growith is supported Hire top-notch people who are young and ready to work but inexperienced

Cons

Core values were severely tested in the recent economic down turn which produced overly aggressive time lines and the beginning of a cultural click mentality. The organizations growth potential is strictly up or out. The organization is culturally difficult for consultants that have experience and families. Neither experienced nor family is supported under the current cultural practice model. The organization uses an intricate framework model to rate its consult which hits on every aspect of a consultants performance including personal conduct, professionalism, behavior and communication. The ratings framework often lapses into double standards and weed out based criteria. Expect to be on pins and needles the whole time at this organization.

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5.0
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Pros

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Cons

Lower paying salary than competitors

3.0
May 21, 2026
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Pros

Strong launchpad for early career consultants. Great exposure to varied clients, tech stacks, and industries within your first couple of years. Smart, driven colleagues and a structured mentorship model that genuinely invests in your growth. Clear promotion path with well-defined expectations at each level. If you're motivated and self-directed, you can grow faster here than at most places.

Cons

You work for it. Hours can run long depending on the project, and utilization expectations are real. A lot of your trajectory depends on the project you get staffed to and how well you advocate for yourself. Not the place if you want a predictable 40 hour week or a hands-off environment. Burnout is a risk if you don't set your own boundaries early.

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