IBM

Welcoming, tolerant, and inclusive, all genuinely so. No bullying, shouting, or sour grapes, etc. Those attributes at IBM are not manufactured or beat into your head all day like they are at places like Google; rather, it is just how it is. Very professional. At the same time, casual dress and flexible work hours depend on the manager.

Complex, relevant technologies. Opportunity for promotions and growth for those who take initiative, ask questions, push for progress, and take a stand.

Upcoming CEO Arvind is a huge step above Ginni. Things are looking up for IBM from the inside. Positive things are happening.

Boring culture. Global teams can leave people feeling isolated. Big company politics in executive management. Executive management is fair to poor.

Yearly cash bonuses are pathetic; no stock comp.

Take a stand. Take ownership of improved horizontal and vertical communication.

Question everything. Demand facts. Require thorough analyses before making decisions.