Pros
Work environment is good, because nothing much to learn. Even if you spend 10 years at Gartner India, you will not learn anything new. The office is located in a good area with decent amenities nearby (if that makes you happy to join Gartner). A few team members were genuinely helpful and collaborative.
Cons
Toxic Work Culture: Micromanagement is rampant. Leadership thrives on blame games, which kills morale and innovation. Managers, Directors and Senior Directors are mostly saving their own jobs, they don't care about their teams. Zero Work-Life Balance: Employees are expected to be available 24/7 (because office laptop provided, that's the main reason they give). Weekend work is normalized, and taking leaves is looked down upon. Poor Leadership: Management lacks vision, empathy, and professionalism. Decisions are often arbitrary and based on favoritism (often pretty girls and HR fake inputs taken) rather than merit. Lack of Career Growth: There are no structured development programs or clear career paths. Promotions are rare and largely based on internal politics. Unrealistic Expectations: KPIs keep shifting with little communication, and deadlines are often unreasonable. No Appreciation or Recognition: Even major accomplishments go unnoticed. Appreciation is reserved for a select few regardless of performance. High Turnover: Most talented people leave within a year, leading to instability and overburdening those who stay. Disrespect for Employee Well-being: Mental health support is non-existent. Feedback is dismissed or met with retaliation.