Not what advertised - Director Slalom Employee Review

2.0
6 Sept 2023
Recommend
CEO approval
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Pros

Some good pillars around culture put in place. No travel (great for those with families) Will hire people from industry (some may disrespect industry people) Many great people work there Work life balance for consulting (I average 47-50 hrs a week)

Cons

- Inclusivity issues - Too much "Us vs Them" (practice vs practice, market vs market, pre-covid hires vs post covid hires, those that started in consulting at Slalom vs at a big 4) basically high school stuff - Poorly developed leadership that skipped leadership 101 lessons, such as praise in public provide constructive feedback in private, stay calm under the storm, empower and do not micromanage, ... - Way too much politics - Little investment in people in terms of time - College hires stay clear, the development of young talent is the worst I seen in 25+ years of working, and the mentoring is spoty - Diversity needs improvement - High levels of unjustified arrogance - Too much kool aid drinking, keeps the place from evolving - Work Life Balance if you are coming from industry or college

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5.0
18 May 2026
Anonymous employee
Recommend
CEO approval
Business outlook

Pros

Strong local client base, collaborative team culture, good learning opportunities, and career growth.

Cons

Need to adjust quickly to different clients, tools, and expectations.

2.0
11 Jun 2026
Recommend
CEO approval
Business outlook

Pros

•There is an impressive budget, especially for high-level events, ancillary experiences, client giveaways, and premium swag. Management does not hesitate to fund top-notch brand experiences when needed. •The company offers a highly competitive benefits and perks package that remains a strong selling point.

Cons

•The "fiercely human" core value does not match daily operations. Collaboration is routinely replaced by a self-service model of training videos and help articles. •These recurring shifts are designed to manufacture the appearance of fiscal stability for the benefit of external stakeholders and clients, while leaving core operational deficits unaddressed. •Organizational maturity is low. Teams operate in deep silos, the internal tech stack is outdated, and there is a distinct lack of adequate project and event management software.

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