Pros
- in-person atmosphere is great. We come together at least 2x a year company-wide. I think it really fosters connection and collaboration across the company. - The people here are wicked SMART. Every conversation feels like a learning experience.. - Motivated teammates make all the difference. Everyone is generally aligned on project and non-project goals, and it’s amazing how smoothly things run. The passion people have for their work makes it so much easier to get things done. - Clarity is usually provided when asked about business decisions/prof development, though at times it can feel a bit surface-level. - Pay transparency is appreciated—it's something that's required by law, but it’s nice to see it being upheld. - There's a real spirit of innovation here, with plenty of opportunities to take risks and try new things. -The company's ESOP is a significant financial benefit, and it's great to see that value being built for employees over time. Overall, I love the ownership I have in my work here, along with the recognition when it’s deserved. It’s something that’s often missing in larger companies but is a big part of what makes CMB special.
Cons
Growing pains with the new enablement of AI + HI: We're still navigating the balance, and it sometimes feels like we’re figuring it out as we go, which can be frustrating at times. Especially with tight deadlines. Longer hours to get the job done: This has been an ongoing issue since I started at CMB. There often aren’t enough resources, which leads to expectations of stretching beyond our roles to cover the gaps. It feels like we’re constantly being asked to push past our capacity, which can be overwhelming. Professional development can be unclear sometimes.