Vantaggi
In an economy where most sales jobs are dwindling or paying less than in the past, PODS stills compenstates its sales force relatively well through bonuses, cash prizes, and incidentials. It also has one the best health benefits packages for a private employer in the area. Last year PODS was purchased by a private equity firm which has made several efforts to convert the company to a "world class" operation. A top notch CEO was hired to lead this transition and he has done the best he can given the current economy. In less than a year the CEO has won over the confidence and trust of the entire organization. No easy feat given the entrenched corporate culture/ structure.
Svantaggi
Working conditions are very challenging. Call Center employees are forced to work literally "sholder to sholder" with rotating seating. Other office personnel are also forced to work in cramped, windowless enviroments. Paid Time Off is availalble for all employees, but is seldom awarded unless repeatedly requested over the course of several weeks. While the CEO has an open door policy and regularly communicates with every level within the organization, middle managers are much more dogmatic and punative in thier approach to employee relations.