Pros
I transitioned to Koch Industries after spending years at a 100,000 employee consulting firm. The change is quite dramatic. Now I am directly compensated for the value I produce, not my title or position. I receive training and support from my supervisor instead of the sink or swim approach. I am allowed to pursue the highest profit tasks in my daily work and I am rewarded for seeking out opportunities to share knowledge. I am also rewarded for challenging the status quo whether it be culture or a business process. This was strongly discouraged at the consulting firm. There, if top management didn't think of it, we weren't allowed to pursue it. I enjoy the opportunity to treat my job like a small company. This leads me to consider all my tasks from a profitability standpoint, rather than a checklist. My supervisors have genuinely cared about my success and fulfillment rather than treating me as a burden and easily replaceable asset.
Cons
Remember, similar to life, experiences may differ. Not all areas in Koch are equal. I have friends in other Koch companies who are not treated according to company values nor directly rewarded for their contribution. This is slowly changing for the better, but we are a large company. This change will increase pace as managers age out of the company.
