- Exploitative Business Model: The company's business model appears to exploit young talent for the benefit of senior-level executives and managers. This is evident in the significant disparity between fees charged to clients and the low remuneration offered to junior staff.
- Lack of Career Development: Exponent lacks structured career development programs for its employees, particularly new hires. This can leave employees feeling adrift and overwhelmed, with little guidance or support.
- HR Practices: The Human Resources department, led by Sally Shepard, has shown a lack of empathy and concern for employee well-being. Generic responses and a disregard for physical and mental health further exacerbate the negative work environment. Personally, I encountered a traumatic experience as a result of excessive workload and illness, coupled with receiving inadequate treatment from the HR department. I regret all the sacrifices I made during my time at Exponent.
- High Turnover and Instability: The company's continuous hiring without adequate project allocation reflects a revolving door mentality. This approach contributes to high turnover rates and a sense of instability among employees. This puts lots of mental pressure on junior staff.
