For John Tobin, founder and National General Manager of Seattle-based Slalom Consulting, being a Best Firm to Work For was the goal a decade ago when the firm was founded. He's achieved this goal three times. In both 2007 and 2010, Slalom finished tenth in Consulting magazine's rankings. This year, the firm jumps up four spots to No. 6.
"We exist to change the consulting experience for our employees and our clients. We simply believe that by treating our employees well and creating an excellent experience, including a great balance in their life, they will be even more focused on doing amazing work for our clients," Tobin says. "This recognition as a best place to work validates our model and is very rewarding for our entire organization."
Slalom Consulting has a local model backed by a series of national teams supporting local markets. Therefore, the firm has a no "unwanted travel policy," which helps create a unique and rewarding environment for our consultants, Tobin says. That, of course, helps keep morale high.
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