Rapidly in Decline -Toxic work Environment - Sales Representative Forrester Employee Review

1.0
Mar 29, 2023
Recommend
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Pros

Poor management, poor culture, no support and don’t promote to management based on ability to be a good leader.

Cons

The cost of service is too high for companies in the APAC region especially as research and reports are becoming opinion pieces and not based on real data now that the Analytics team has been diminished. Clients can't see value and are often frustrated with the advice given by analysts. Often the inquiries are analysts talking without understanding the problem of the clients. Leaves them with a bad experience. The international Analyst leader is very problematic. All analysts hired or promoted over the last year have been male. The leader is passive aggressive and very non inclusive. Terrible culture (hierarchical, political), does not act as they preach at all in of the things they do. Often ignores real concerns of staff and puts the blame back on the person raising concerns. With bad analysts experience and high cost offering and customer satisfaction and delivery quality diminishing unfortunately Forrester is in rapid decline. Dont waste your limited budget.

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5.0
Jun 1, 2026
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Pros

Forrester is a truly rewarding place to work. I feel like I make a meaningful difference every day, both for our clients and within the organization. The colleagues here are exceptional. They are smart, collaborative, and genuinely supportive. I’m constantly learning from a talented group of people who care deeply about the quality of their work and the impact it has. The culture encourages thoughtful problem-solving, professional growth, and doing work that matters.

Cons

The most challenging aspect right now is the current business performance, which can create uncertainty and added pressure across teams. At times, this environment can impact workloads, decision-making speed, and overall predictability.

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Thank you for your many years of contribution to Forrester ! I’m really glad to hear how strongly you feel about your colleagues and the impact of the work. It's wonderful to see the combination of thoughtful problem-solving, collaboration, and meaningful outcomes reflected in your experience. You’re also right to call out the challenges of the current business environment. Periods of change and performance pressure can create uncertainty, and I know that can impact workload, pace, and predictability. I am confident we are on the right path towards growth this year and it wouldnt have been possible without great colleagues like you. Thank you again for your candid feedback, it means a great deal coming from someone with such deep experience at Forrester. Jobina Gonsalves Chief People Officer
3.0
Jun 23, 2026
Anonymous employee
Recommend
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Pros

Smart people work here, work-life balance is ideal if you have a good manager.

Cons

Morale is low, leadership is extremely out of touch with the sentiments of the workforce.

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