2.0
10 Jul 2015
Anonymous employee
Former employee
Washington, DC
Recommend
CEO approval
Business outlook
Pros
You gain immense experience in a wide-array of policy issues and with interesting clients (non-profits, associations, foreign companies, etc.) working here. Sky high expectations really mold you into a better communications professional.
Cons
Too small to have any work / life balance - no matter your title, you are constantly on call or responsible for something. Major gaps between junior staff and senior executive staff regarding communication, respect and responsibility. The firm does a poor job including junior staff. Absolutely no HR system - taking time off feels like an inconvenience to the office; unclear management guidelines. Stressful office environment.