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      CompassX Consulting

      Engaged employer

      CompassX Consulting reviews about "opportunity"

      68% positive business outlook

      Ratings by category

      3.7

      Culture and values

      3.7

      Diversity and inclusion

      3.7

      Work/Life balance

      3.6

      Senior management

      3.6

      Career opportunities

      3.4

      Compensation and benefits

      Reviews by job title

      23 reviews
      4.0
      11 Nov 2022

      Small Consulting Firm That Keeps Up With Rising Trends

      Anonymous employee
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      Pros

      - Ability to have work/life balance in consulting (you don't have to manage early morning/late night meetings to accommodate off-shore teams) - Educational opportunities (they have a partnership with edX where you can take online courses for free through top-ranked universities) - Open door policy with leadership: despite their busy schedules, I know they are always easily accessible through Slack if any questions arise - Remote options + flexibility - The CXG Team (sounds cheesy, but they are truly some of the most friendly, down-to-earth people I've ever met - ESPECIALLY in the business world) This is the first company I've worked for where I've been able to name all of my team members and also know their family members as well Coming from a large company (200K+ people) where I was often told "That's just the way we do it", CompassX was definitely a positive change where I finally felt heard and could see my suggestions put into action. I appreciate that they value "breadth vs. depth", and encourage you to expand your current knowledge and skillsets, versus being stuck in your current pathway. The holidays are definitely my favorite time with the company, as they have provided a full Thanksgiving dinner from Marie Calendars for my entire family (which saved me from SO much time and stress). I also look forward to the Company's Holiday Party each year, which brings the team and our families all together to celebrate with a nice dinner and tons of giveaways. Despite us being primarily remote, the events committee works hard to put together events that are fun and brings the team together (both in-person and virtually). I appreciate that they cater to various interests (Top Golf, Virtual Escape Room, Duffy Boat Scavenger Hunt, Wine Tasting, etc.) With the upcoming uncertainty in the economy, the leadership team has been very transparent with us on the health of the company - which luckily is going strong, and we are still growing the team (despite the massive layoffs that have been occurring throughout the tech world).

      Cons

      Companies I have worked for previously have offered more PTO (4 weeks vs. 3 weeks a year) more paid holidays and more sick time. However, they were a much larger size, had more resources, and significantly less work/life balance. When it comes down to it, you need to pick what you value, and for me personally, it was balancing day-to-day vs. vacations. That being said, the leadership team conducted many external surveys this year to better evaluate and prioritize our benefits package based on our team members' responses/requests and announced at our last "All Hands" meeting the new positive changes coming in 2023 (another floating holiday + 401K matching, etc). I will be honest, there are definitely growing pains (hence the 4 stars vs. 5-star rating). With being a newish/smaller company, there are not always the same resources that are available with larger firms. That's where I'm grateful that we have such a passionate and proactive team who are always quick to volunteer and see employee-driven initiatives come to life (increasing educational opportunities, more events, revamp of the website, etc).

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      CompassX Consulting Response
      3y
      Thank you for recognizing the opportunities that CompassX provides our team for growth, direct connection to leaders, and fun networking events with some of the best “down to earth people” you’ve come across in the business world. We’re grateful that you understand the time the leadership team carves out each month to connect with every single one of our employees. Each company executive has about 10 employees with whom they meet each month for a direct 1:1. Additionally, our President and Founder meets with small groups of 3-5 people each month to cover a variety of topics and to gather ideas on everything from new directions to simply identifying what we need to change. One of those ideas, as you highlighted, was the need for more formalized training, which spawned an internal project to evaluate and select an on-demand training solution for our team members. As you also mentioned, based on feedback from team members such as yourself we have indeed increased PTO/holidays and versioned up our retirement plan. We will continue to prioritize open communication, feedback channels, and inclusiveness! We are excited to have you as part of our growing team! - CompassX Executive Leadership Team
      5.0
      15 Dec 2022

      Growing company, great people, and exciting opportunities

      Anonymous employee
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      Pros

      I joined CompassX for two main reasons: 1. To be able to contribute to client and company initiatives that are larger than just the day-to-day cycle of project management 2. Work with local colleagues that are fun to hang out with and excited to see each other succeed Honestly, I was a bit nervous leaving a massive company with great job security but have found what I was looking for at CompassX. This isn’t the place to hide behind a large team and collect a paycheck, which I understand some people are happy with. At previous employers, I felt stuck in the day-to-day rhythm of mutli-year contracts with no opportunity to make a difference for the client and company. At CompassX, I have been able to directly contribute to client and company initiatives that have showcased my individual talents. I have seen many others do the same regardless of their experience. The leadership team really does listen to everyone and values your feedback from Day 1. There are opportunities to help with just about every aspect of the business, which has exposed me to much more than previous roles. It has been less than a year and I have already managed three projects at my first client. During this time, I have had complete autonomy to manage engagements using my personal style but have always received support from others when asked. Beyond the work, the people are extremely friendly and keep it casual. Everyone is eager to help if you request assistance with a deliverable and best practices are commonly shared across clients. Also, there are always events going on to meet co-workers in the SoCal area. The compensation is attractive compared to the larger firms and is based on meritocracy rather than tenure. Overall, CompassX has given me what I was looking for and I am excited to keep working with a growing company.

      Cons

      There are definitely some downfalls to working at a smaller company that just come with the territory. First, the interviewing process can take some time while you are finishing up your current role. It makes sense that a smaller firm would want to be 100% certain on their staffing decisions and you’ll want to be sure that this is the right fit for you but expect to spend some time getting to know a few people at the company before receiving an offer. In addition, the company matching on retirement plans is ~2% less than what the larger firms typically offer. Free pre-tax money is great, and leadership has acknowledged that they will try to work on this in the future. Finally, with shorter contracts than larger firms, you will have to learn a new aspect about the business or technology every so often. This can be somewhat frustrating if you find one project enjoyable, but also gives you the opportunity to showcase your skills to more people.

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      CompassX Consulting Response
      3y
      Thank you for your review and for recognizing our friendly, casual culture and unique career growth opportunities. We work very hard to match an individual's talents and interests with meaningful project work. And it’s very fulfilling when it all comes together! Typically, our clients can become nearly as invested in our consultant’s careers as we are, and work with us to create new opportunities for them. The result? Happier, more engaged employees and a better client experience! We concede that our interview process is lengthy. We want to ensure our candidates have a clear understanding of what it’s like to work at CompassX and are aligned to our values. This creates a win-win and fosters an engaged and connected community. We are so grateful you joined CompassX and can’t wait to see all the amazing things you will continue to do here! - CompassX Executive Leadership Team
      5.0
      19 May 2023

      Impressed with the people, culture, and work!

      Senior manager
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      I joined in late 2022 and was immediately placed on a project. I have been happy with my project work and my experience with the overall company. There are a lot of opportunities to get more involved in the company and gain mentorship from the leaders and your peers. Whereas you can often feel insignificant at a big firm, you feel like you have a direct impact when working at CompassX (which can be a good or bad thing depending on your personality). I like that the company is local and also serves clients in southern California. It means less travel for us consultants and generally a better work-life balance. There are no outrageous utilization targets either (i.e., they are reasonable and incentivize the right behaviors). Benefits are good too. Besides the standard benefits, they offer a technology stipend (instead of giving you a company-issued laptop). The company also offers a 401K program with match. Compensation seemed competitive compared to other similar-sized firms. The firm also gives additional floating holidays when targets are met, which is a great perk. On a personal note, I was very pleased with the way that CompassX handled my PTO. I had booked an international trip for the holidays last year, but I didn't have enough PTO since I had just joined the company. I told my leadership about my situation and offered to do client work while traveling to minimize my PTO. I was fully expecting to take the PTO unpaid, but to my surprise, CompassX allowed me to let my PTO enter a negative balance. It was very generous of them, especially since I had only been at the company for a few months. Though I think it tells you the type of people who manage the company and how they care for their people.

      Cons

      Most of the project work is solo (i.e., individual contributor projects vs team projects). That being said, there is a lot of momentum to see solution-based projects rather than individual contributor or staff-augmentation work. I suspect that we will be able to get more team-based work once we have a larger client footprint. The only other con was that employee start dates are sometimes delayed to match with a project start date (to minimize bench time). This wasn't an issue for me, but I think others would find it difficult to coordinate. Just something to consider if you are in the process of interviewing with the firm.

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      CompassX Consulting Response
      2y
      Great to hear your CompassX experience is off to a solid start and we appreciate your perspective. We’re excited that you feel a sense of significance and impact while working here. That’s exactly the idea this company was founded upon - that what you do every day matters. We strive to provide a better work/life balance for our employees, and we appreciate that our local focus and client base in Southern California has contributed to this. We also take pride in offering competitive compensation, benefits, and additional perks such as the technology stipend, 401K program with match, and floating holidays. Your feedback regarding project work being predominantly “individual contributor” is valuable to us. We are afforded strategic leadership roles on programs which is something we’d like to continue. That said, as you mentioned, we are actively working toward expanding our client footprint and elevating the work we do to include more team and outcome-based projects. We also acknowledge that coordinating employee start dates with project start dates can be challenging and are continuously improving our processes in this regard. We have worked hard to keep the gap to a minimum. We genuinely appreciate your positive remarks about how we handled your PTO situation and your recognition of our management's care for our people. Thank you for your insights and feedback. We value your contributions and are committed to providing an even better experience for our employees at CompassX! - CompassX Executive Leadership Team
      1.0
      12 Jul 2022

      Limbo (and not the flexibility bar fun game)

      Anonymous employee
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      Pros

      Small firm with less bureaucracy than the big firms they recruit from Competitive discretionary pay Mostly local roles and opportunities

      Cons

      Leadership reacts and isn't proactive Opportunities for career growth are minimal Beware of the opportunities that may be pitched to you, they may not be fully realized and you'll be asked to interview not only CompassX management but potential clients they are pursuing opportunities with, you won't be hired unless you also impress the client and agrees to bring you onboard Benefits are not comparable with the large firms as pitched

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      CompassX Consulting Response
      3y
      At CompassX, we are continuously working to improve our employee experience. We have a well-defined career model and transparent annual review process. We have clearly documented expectations at every level and multiple career path opportunities for our team members including practice leadership, account leadership, community development and sales-focused roles. Unlike many of the big firms, we do not have defined sales targets for Senior Managers, affording them more time to focus on delivery, client relationships, and participating in community activities. We have a strong and effective mentorship program. At CompassX, career opportunities are customized to you as an individual and are almost limitless. We try to match our team members with the best projects so that they will enjoy their work and build long lasting relationships. Since our consultants tend to take on key project leadership roles, most clients prefer to meet the person that will be running their project (i.e., conduct a Client Interview/”CI”). Therefore, we do our best to familiarize our consultants with the role, client’s culture, and expectations. Our team members appreciate the ability to get to know the client before making a commitment. Finally, in 2022 we continued to improve our benefits package to include a company-matched 401(k) retirement plan, additional PTO and holidays, and one of the best health insurance coverages in the state of California for both employees and their families. These changes were directly derived from employee feedback and ranking of the benefits they wanted to see improved. - CompassX Executive Leadership Team
      5.0
      15 Mar 2023

      Impressive Blend of Opportunity, Compensation and Work-Life Balance

      Senior consultant
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      Pros

      - Flexibility to drive your consulting career and make an impact befitting your work - High-Growth Firm -Great team - Tons of growth opportunities - Excellent work/life balance - Above Industry Standard Compensation - Remote work with limited traveling demands

      Cons

      - Less PTO & Holidays than larger firms

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      CompassX Consulting Response
      3y
      Thank you for your review! We’re happy to hear that you find our firm to be a high-growth, flexible, and supportive workplace with an excellent work/life balance, above industry-standard compensation, and remote work options. We also appreciate your positive comments about our team and the growth opportunities we offer. Regarding PTO and holidays, it’s good to recognize that more isn’t always better as it could come with unwanted trade-offs. We are committed to meeting the expectations of our team members. In fact, just this year (2023) we added three additional holidays. We will continue to look at how we can improve our benefits package to remain competitive, so keep the feedback coming! Once again, thank you for your contribution to our Glassdoor profile, and for your dedication to our company. We look forward to continuing to work with you and to further improving our workplace for all our team members! - CompassX Executive Leadership Team
      5.0
      18 May 2023

      Great Leaders Who Care & Support Growth!

      Principal
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      Pros

      Have leadership team that listens and shows commitment to make improvements for the consultants (not just talk but following through). Additionally, opportunity to grow individual's career is met with the necessary support by the firm...no road blocks for those wanting & willing to accept/take-on the challenges to help our clients achieve their objectives + volunteer opportunities to help make the company one of SoCal's Best Companies to Work for in 2022.

      Cons

      As expected with small firms, there are growing pains as things are constantly evolving, internally & externally ... not a place for someone looking to bounce into a stagnant environment with corporate processes that have been established for years. But if you want to grow your career, learn from experienced consultants, help shape and grow the firm, willing to roll up sleeves and help our clients connect the dots to delivery exceptional value-add, then this is your stop.

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      CompassX Consulting Response
      2y
      Thank you for your review. We appreciate your positive comments regarding our leadership team's commitment to making improvements and their receptiveness to feedback. Yes, we are dedicated to supporting the growth of our consultants' careers, and invest a lot of our time to do so! You’re 100% correct to point out that as a small firm (& one of America’s fastest growing according to INC magazine), we may experience growing pains as we navigate necessary changes to support our growth. However, we strive to create an environment where individuals are empowered to shape and contribute toward the growth of the company. We appreciate your willingness to roll up your sleeves, connect the dots, and deliver exceptional value to our clients. Our employee-led growth has undoubtedly helped win us recognition as one of the 100 best companies to work for in SoCal. We look forward to supporting your continued growth and are thrilled to have you on our team! - CompassX Executive Leadership Team
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