Worst company to work for. Stay away - Program Manager UST Employee Review

1.0
Nov 7, 2014
Recommend
CEO approval
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Pros

Employees can do what they please if they keep their immediate bosses and the management happy. Can spend a career in UST Global without any significant work, but still be paid

Cons

The leaders of the company are a bunch of folks who has no management experience in a company of this size. All of them were with the company from the time it was a 10 member company and still behaves like that. A lot of politics and virtually zero career growth and with the new band system they have introduced you would find yourself going down a band based on what the company feels. The company treats onsite people who has come from India as someone who needs to work for the maximum period in his visa and then expect to return to India. Processing of green cards are done only if you have a godfather in the management. In my case i worked onsite as a PM for more than 6 years and when it was the time for the green card the company refused to process stating some policy. With my complete stay in the US exhausted the company forced me to return to India. Recently the company had massive layoffs both in India and the US due to loss of some major clients.

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Cons

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Pros

Professionalism at work – In many workplaces, people respect your role and time regardless of your background. Direct communication – Managers and coworkers are generally straightforward, making expectations clearer. Less workplace hierarchy – It's often acceptable to share ideas, question decisions respectfully, and speak with senior leaders. Diverse coworkers – You'll work with people from many countries and cultures, broadening your perspective. Learning culture – Employers often encourage continuous learning and adapting to new technologies and skills. Innovation mindset – People are generally open to new ideas and experimentation. Respect for personal choices – Your lifestyle, hobbies, and personal decisions are usually considered your own business. Workplace inclusivity – Most organizations strive to create respectful environments regardless of nationality, gender, or background. Cleaner systems and processes – Rules, documentation, and workflows are often more standardized. Exposure to global standards – The experience you gain is recognized and valued internationally.

Cons

Work can be demanding, especially in fast-paced industries like IT Visa dependence can add stress if you're not a permanent resident or citizen.

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