Pros
Interdependence’s evolution into what it is today, is great to see. The people are kind, smart and want to do good work. Like many agencies, there are obviously growing pains and there will obviously be disgruntled employees who may have left with a bad taste in their mouths. But, that is not unique or unusual for any agency. There is genuine room for growth, a consistent cadence of acknowledging good work through rewards and overall, an environment where everyone is given the tools to succeed. interdependence continues to be one of the only agencies that consistently brings in new business and they’ve upped their quality of clients. That’s huge. While many other agencies are forced to do layoffs if one massive retainer client drops them. This is something that needs to be acknowledged. There’s never been a time where a client ends their contract, and jobs were at stake. I fear this is something that has been taken for granted, especially at a time when the job market is scary. Yes, the account load can be heavy but that is the case for any agency that has the start-up mindset. It’s not for everyone, and that’s okay. I have never experienced or seen anyone get in any sort of trouble for setting boundaries, or acknowledging that their work load is heavy. If someone has a good and capable manager that they can trust, then they are in good hands. Overall, Interdepenence doesn’t lie about who they are, and it’s not for everyone. The agency continues to hire and grow and that is a testament to the opportunities that can be taken advantage of here. There is room to make change, decide your career trajectory and make an impact. It’s just a matter of being proactive and communicating your needs.
Cons
PTO could be better. Benefits could be a little better, particularly the 401k.