Pros
The only consistently positive aspect of my time at Slingshot was the paid DART train pass, which genuinely made commuting easier. There was also some remote flexibility during the height of the pandemic, but that benefit disappeared once the company shifted to mandatory in‑office days Tuesday through Thursday.
Cons
Turnover was extremely high across teams, creating constant instability and leaving remaining employees stretched thin. When a group of us were laid off, it seemed tied to losing multiple clients and deeper financial issues that had been obvious for a while. Basic support was lacking—my computer barely functioned with the applications I needed, and despite repeated requests, it was never replaced by IT or Finance. The culture also had its problems. Mandatory biweekly Thursday meetings often meant being volunteered to present with little notice, which added unnecessary stress. The lack of diversity across the staff was noticeable and disappointing. Overall, it felt like employees were expected to “make do” with limited resources, outdated equipment, and an environment that was becoming increasingly unstable.