AT&T

Great Flexibility - AT&T has a great work-life balance; actually one of the best I have ever encountered. I have worked for two other large corporations and for the county. AT&T has been, by far, the most flexible when it comes to taking vacation, sick days, or telecommuting.

Paid Training - AT&T is great at offering free training to their employees.

Great Insurance and Incentive benefits - AT&T has great health, vision, dental, and bonus incentive benefits.

Little to no opportunities to advance in your career - I have been with this company for over 6 years and have excelled in my day-to-day functions every year. I have constantly expressed my interest in promotional opportunities. I have applied to nearly 100 internal job openings, but yet, I recently received my first promotion with the company.

Not easy to move around the company by choice - It is very difficult to apply and move to a different department or a different role within the company. Contrary to this, you may be forced to move to a different position within the company during a reorganizational structure. This change in job functions may not be your career choice or be related to your last job. I have undergone several of these forced moves and am not content with my new role or team.

No job security - There are frequent (sometimes quarterly) layoffs.

Poor pay - In my industry, I am paid roughly $17K less than the local average salary with years of work experience.

Hire and promote from within if there are eligible internal candidates. Downsize in acquisitions and contractors instead of in employees, or gradually acquire. Pay the local average salary to valuable employees or allow for them to advance within the company.