Cisco

It's great to work for a company that is #1 or close to number one in so many technologies. I'm proud to work at Cisco and would (and have) recommended Cisco to friends and family.

A lot of process, which is required at times but not always.

Cisco is a very slow-moving machine.

Employees that are not in San Jose (the mothership) often feel disconnected from the company and feel they have limited opportunity.

There is no reward that I've seen for innovation beyond what is required in your job.

Promote from within.

Ask more of your leaders (top to bottom).

Embrace the idea of "leaders" rather than managers.

Most managers are told, "You know you can't anymore" when they become managers.

Instead, leaders should be told, "You know we expect you to do more and to teach others what you know."