Hard work is rewarded / Lots of opportunity - Director Acumen Employee Review

4.0
Oct 31, 2019
Recommend
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Pros

Good & altruistic work Lots of opportunity Supportive of employee needs Empathetic management Challenging projects Very smart employees Trying to learn from mistakes Good ideas are encouraged

Cons

Company direction is not unified Some technologies are stale and/or not used to the fullest potential Lack of flexibility when course changes are necessary

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Acumen Response
6y
Thank you for sharing your observations - we share the same goals! While we will never settle for the status quo, we are quite proud about our culture and the direction we are heading, including our willingness to listen. The improvements you seek are mutually beneficial, so embracing them is easy. Implementing them, however, takes a little time. Please be patient, and persistent, and we will get there...together.

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5.0
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- The work is intellectually engaging and gave me many chances to grow technically. - I learned a lot from talented coworkers and appreciated being part of projects with real-world relevance. - There was also good exposure to translating technical work into clear, usable takeaways.

Cons

- The work can be intense and detail-heavy, and deadlines can sometimes feel demanding. - Priorities may shift quickly, which can make it hard to plan ahead. - At times, the volume of revisions and fast pace can be stressful.

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Acumen Response
2mo
We've heard that this type of feedback is helpful to new graduates and prospective applicants, particularly your perspective on the pros and cons of working here. Please continue to share your experiences during your career journey with us. We wish you the best!
2.0
Jun 26, 2026
Recommend
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Pros

Great people to work with overall

Cons

Management is disorganized No incentives to want to continue working there

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