Aug 16, 2008
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5.0
Aug 6, 2008
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Pros
Good working environment that challenges you both from an intellectual point of view as well as personal development. Some up or out mentality that is left over from the number of consultants that they hired in the past. Fairly strong leadership that cares about their associates and hence developed some very nice severance packages. Attempting to develop some stronger leadership from within, but there is a tendency to look at IQ versus EQ.
Cons
Too much focus and time on performance management. Easy to get a reputation...difficult to break it. Saw performance reviews that repeated the same development opportunity year over year. Difficult environment to get promoted in given the current and continuing reduction in workforce. Environment can produce an elitist attitude.
5.0
Jul 27, 2008
Recommend
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I worked as a contractor, so my experiences are from that perspective. I found everyone I worked with to be pleasant and reasonable. It is a very collaborative environment based on team work. I found it refreshing to be working within a group of intelligent professionals.
Cons
There is an incredible amount of Capital One acronyms. Learning the 'language' is a challenge, especially for contractors. Employees go through training classes to bring them up to speed, but as a contractor you're on your own. Because it is a collaborative environment, it is the land of cubbies and open work areas; so if you need your own space you might not be happy.
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