Progressive Business Publications Employee Review

Current Employee – been working at Progressive Business Publications full-time for less than a year

Pros – After working for several years for a great small company, I was both excited and apprehensive about taking a new job at a large company like Progressive Business Publications. Much of my concern centered on my ability to quickly adjust to a situation where I would be relying heavily on others to complete tasks I had been used to doing on my own. However, my fears were soon allayed by the thorough onboarding process used by Progressive Business Publications. My department Director and the Onboarding Manager (unique and valuable position) have been great in getting me assimilated with the day-to-day activities associated with my job. However, it was the "Traditions" program which I found to be most valuable in my assimilation process.

"Traditions" is an intensive onboarding program that covers a number of different subjects. These include a company history and "lay of the land," a primer on interpersonal and departmental interactions, detailed coaching on effective work habits and significant time spent on team-building. The program took place over five weeks, meeting one morning per week. In all, it was without question the most valuable internal training experience in my 15 year career.

Cons – Nothing related to onboarding or actual work, but it does get pretty cold in our office. HVAC in an open space is tough to regulate...not much of problem.

Advice to Senior Management – Engage employees in a yearly update so the company can measure the impact of the program after employees have settled in. This could already happen...I just haven't been here long enough.

Yes, I would recommend this company to a friend – I'm optimistic about the outlook for this company