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Houston Symphony

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People quit their bosses - Marketing Department Houston Symphony Employee Review

2.0
1 May 2018
Recommend
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Pros

-Get to support an arts organization -Free concert tickets -Extra days off in the summer -Quiet office setting -Pay was a little low but not bad for a nonprofit -The work could be fun and engaging at times

Cons

-Toxic atmosphere in Marketing department -90% staff turnover rate in department in less than 2 years -Promotions and management structure based on personal friendships instead of qualifications -Hidden agendas -No communication of strategy or vision -No career development or room for growth -No open door policy or any way of expressing concerns without fear of retaliation -Let ‘em leave attitude to staff turnover

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5.0
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Pros

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Cons

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4.0
12 Aug 2025
Recommend
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Pros

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Cons

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