Limbo (and not the flexibility bar fun game) - Anonymous employee CompassX Consulting Employee Review

1.0
12 Jul 2022
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

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5.0
27 Mar 2025
Anonymous employee
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Pros

I joined CompassX from a mid-sized consulting firm and so far it's been a great move. I feel like my perspectives and experience are valued and are seen as a benefit to the company, and the people who I work with really seem to care. The work itself feels meaningful, with interesting projects where each win (big or small) seems to have a big impact and celebrated by everyone. Since joining, the practice areas seem to be evolving and maturing, and I've been able to sharpen my skills by being pushed outside my comfort zone at times. Unlike my last company, there are no mandatory CompassX office days, but I know where the leaders or colleagues are each week if I want to meet in person. I've also enjoyed the in person events and other team meet ups,

Cons

As it's a small firm, sometimes there can be missing pieces or gaps e.g. there aren’t always standardized tools, predefined templates or playbooks like at larger consultancies. Sometimes this means more freedom to do things your own way, but can be frustrating if starting from scratch too often. The teams are pretty lean so work can get busy for short bursts of time to meet client expectations. Also need to be willing to wear multiple hats or flex into other areas to keep the show on the road.

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CompassX Consulting Response
10mo
Thank you for the thoughtful review – we’re so glad to hear your experience at CompassX has been a meaningful one so far. Creating an environment where people feel valued, supported, and challenged is crucial to us, so it’s great to hear that this is reflected in your experience. We also appreciate your perspective on where we can continue to evolve – as a growing firm, we know there’s still work to do in building out more structure and tools. Thanks again for being part of the journey – we’re lucky to have you on the team! - CompassX Team
1.0
20 May 2025
Anonymous employee
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Pros

Nothing I found good about this place

Cons

management is poor, over promise and underdeliver

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CompassX Consulting Response
10mo
Thank you for taking the time to leave a review. We’re always working to improve and take feedback seriously, even when it’s tough to hear. We know we won’t get everything right, but we’re still proud of the work we’re doing and the whole team, from employees to leaders. If you’re open to sharing more about your experience, we’d appreciate the opportunity to learn. You can reach us directly at https://www.compassx.com/contact-us/.
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