Good company, but reminds me of a frat club culture - Consultant Slalom Employee Review

3.0
15 Nov 2014
Recommend
CEO approval
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Pros

Great company, excellent pay/benefits and professional development.

Cons

Frat club type of culture. . I loved the work but there has to be some sort of schmoozing for you to get ahead. Managers will put consultants on jobs with no experience just to ensure they stay billable. Not a good look for clients or helpful for the consultant. Very social company where many had alcohol available. Not a big drinker but if you are, you will love the social aspect of it. I would never go back but could be that dream job for the right person.

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Slalom Response
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This is John Tobin. Thanks for your feedback and 3 years of work with us. I plan on sharing with the Chicago leadership team. Feel free to call (206) 374-4221 or email me to discuss any of this further.

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