Pros
Vistage let's you originate and own projects. I think this is my favorite part of working here. If you have a good idea, your manager will let you own it, take charge, implement it and be a hero. Those who take charge like this are typically promoted quickly. As a culture Vistage is highly encouraging and fostering of new ideas that serve our clients (members, Chairs and Speakers). *My pay is superb compared to other similar jobs in the area *Health benefits is a great plan as a low price *401(k) benefits are great also, they match 50% and you are vested immediately *Work/life balance is good. You work hard, but your rarely work overtime. *We are located near the ocean and near the foothills. A five minute drive can have you spending lunch body surfing in the ocean or mountain bike riding in the canyons. Just tell your manager that you are taking a 2 hour lunch and your going to stay late, and they are usually fine with that. *We have an ongoing competition at work where HR gives us a pedometer that we wear on our shoe. Then for a month we compete to be the person who took the most steps in the month or had the most “Activity Minutes.” It keeps us in shape and the winner gets prizes like iPods. *My manager always makes a point to tell me what I did well, and to tell me where I can improve. I am never guessing about what my manager wants or expects. Additionally, I do not get micromanaged. I am grateful for the high level of professionalism and trust that I am given here. *I am free to prioritize my work in the way that I want to, and to do my work in the method that I think is best. * Employees are usually included in the decision making process when it comes to major company initiatives. Not always, but usually and this helps me to feel like I am part of the process. * Everyday, I actually enjoy coming to work in my cubicle because I am always presented with new challenges to solve and my work is respected.
Cons
Vistage is at a company growth phase (about 100-120 employees) where we are still working out our systems, processes and work flow. Some aspects of work can be highly frustrating. For example small projects often need to be approved by multiple managers who have differing points of view on how something should be done. This slows down accomplishments. The onboarding process is not great at the moment. Oftentimes new hires begin with no documentation and little guidance in their first couple of weeks on the job, they have to figure out everything that their position is required to do and they have to figure out how to do it. This can give a sense of freedom and choice to some, while it can leave others somewhat lost. We have a relatively high turnover rate. There are a lot of variables to consider when it comes to turnover, and I can’t point to one specific issue.
