Poorly managed and clueless superiors - Qualitative Researcher Hanover Research Employee Review

1.0
4 Oct 2019
Recommend
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Pros

Nice location compared to the old one

Cons

There's a reason why Hanover has such high turnover rates, and it's not because DC is a transient city. The superiors have no clue what they're doing, receive no training, and don't know how to manage projects. They don't like to be corrected or told they're wrong, too. I moved from one team to another and this problem was still there. If you need this job, I highly suggest you don't say anything if you are working overtime or if you're burnt out. They use it against you. Don't be honest in your check-ins, they're not on your side. Just take the job and start looking for something new around 6 months in. You also only get a raise if they like you, the superiors are really unhappy with their lives so if they mess up a project and blame it on you or they contradict themselves, don't go toe to toe with them. Just say thanks for letting me, I'll try harder next time and let it go. Also HR is not on your side so don't go to them for help. If you take this job get in and get out. Trust no one. Also companies can make fake reviews on here so look for the positive reviews on here, remember what they say, and watch how they don't match up with your experience at Hanover.

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Hanover Research Response
6y
Thank you for your feedback. Our biggest asset at Hanover is our people; we have an extraordinarily talented workforce, and we take the responsibility of advancing their careers very seriously. While there is always room for improvement, we pride ourselves on our robust and transparent performance management culture.Clearly Hanover was not a good fit for you; I do hope we were able to inflect your learning in some way and wish you every success in your future endeavors.

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Hanover Research Response
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Thank you for your review. We are happy to hear you enjoyed working at Hanover! Please feel free to reach out to peoplesupport@hanoverresearch.com with any more information or if you have questions about our annual performance review process and career pathways. -The People Team
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