Abbott Labs Reviews
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Pros
Abbott has a good benefits package and product discounts. There is a lot of movement internally, so you can try many different roles. There are also various locations, so if you're not sold on Lake County, it's not as big of an issue.
Cons
From my experience, Abbott is very big on office politics. Many times promotions will be based on who is in good with management rather than who is more qualified. However, this may differ based on work site.
Advice to Senior Management
Focus more on developing product lines and R&D rather than rushing to get into new markets by acquisitions. While expansion is necessary at times to stay competitive, it seems like lately there are less and less Abbott developed products and more products gained from companies acquired.
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Anonymous in Abbott Park, IL:
“Politics and Bureaucracy”
Oct 13, 2009
1 found helpful
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Junior Financial Analyst in Abbott Park, IL:
“Great Entry Level / Horrible Old School Environment”
Oct 16, 2009
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Anonymous:
“Good place to raise a family”
Oct 11, 2009
1 found helpful
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Manager:
“Experience of working at Abbott Labs”
Oct 6, 2009
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Human Resources in Abbott Park, IL:
“Good place to start out your career.”
Sep 14, 2009
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Anonymous in North Chicago, IL:
“Abbott has a lot of potential as an employer and can provide even more, but that possibility is uncertain.”
Sep 1, 2009
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Market Research Manager in Abbott Park, IL:
“Position review”
Aug 25, 2009
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Product Manager:
“Treading by tiptoe through FDA uncertainty...”
Aug 11, 2009
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Anonymous in Singapore United Plantation (Singapore):
“An employer that believes in training.”
Jul 26, 2009