Pros
Phenomenal benefits! Gym, free massages, discounted manicures, TripAdvisor gear, referral bonus, free concierge for personal needs, and free holiday gift wrapping. Don’t worry about eating breakfast or packing a lunch, there is free snacks, free coffee, free lunch, free frozen yogurt bar and more!
Strong worklife balance practiced at all levels. Summer Fridays, competitive vacation, holiday and sick days are just the start. The company is liberal with alternative work schedules to accommodate what is important to an individual (concerts, doctors’ appointments, travel plans, school plays, sleeping patterns, etc.)
Pay is average for the Boston market, however the benefits bring more value bringing the total package to a very competitive level.
The flat organization offers unique opportunities to take on more responsibility than you’d be granted in other companies. The company priority of speed wins and empowering employees are great for go getters, there is no limits based on your job title.
Cons
Growing pains typical of start ups. TripAdvisor and the various companies they have acquired are all merging cultures, technology and processes. Not everyone is open to changing their ways, which causes small pockets of disgruntled employees the inhibit growth and a positive work environment.
“Speed wins” definition differs based on a given person’s motives. Speed can be cited for a sloppy implementation, poor communication or a project gone awry.
