Heller Consulting Reviews

Pros

Remote work on seemingly flexible hours. An amazing Director of Services and previous VP who is no longer there.

Cons

Poor management that doesn't understand their direct report's wheelhouse. - Demeaning, condescending staff personalities. - Gaslighting when you're asked to execute clearly communicated weaknesses. - Disregard of personal time-off. - Minimal support to execute work. - No opportunity to do the work that you shine in. - Unauthentic personalities. - Management and peers do just enough to get a "pass" on their performance. - You're thrown into doing work you clearly weren't hired for and gaslighted Honestly the list goes on, but this is all that I can think of at the present moment. I had some of my worst panic attacks here.

Pros

I've never worked for such an encouraging company. Throughout my time working here, I've been given the opportunity to take on new roles and responsibilities. But I have never taken something on without support, whether that's been extra classes to learn a new skill, a mentor within the company, or just general encouragement to try something (and being told it's ok to fail). Management is positive and that trickles down. Overall, it's an excellent company culture. Other big plus is flexibility of schedule and location. Almost everyone works from home and is encouraged to have a good work/life balance.

Cons

Working within the overall nonprofit industry can mean there are ebbs and flows with projects, so consultants will go through occasional times of work being busy or slow. Not necessarily a con, but something to keep in mind - working from home means you are responsible for managing your time and you also don't have an office full of coworkers. It works for me, but it's not for everyone.

Pros

This is a company that cares deeply about the people who work there and challenges them to grow not only in their particular job skills, but as people. Cultivating respect and self-awareness are required and paying attention to how you work with others leads to exceptional teamwork for clients. I worked at Heller for nine years and had the opportunity to learn just about every aspect of running a small consulting business. My ideas and concerns were always listened to, even if they weren't always acted on. I've never worked at a place with such a well-cultivated sense of teamwork.

Cons

The industry changes quickly and the business changes with it. Heller is very good at evaluating its options, but if you're someone who is uncomfortable with changing roles and sometimes quickly evolving structures, it can be tough.

Pros

There are high expectations at our firm in terms of how many hours we are to bill and how much work we need to contribute to each project. However, the pay-off is a super flexible work-schedule, being able to own your work and contribute to your job in ways that are authentic to you as a working professional. The people are great and all have these distinctive qualities; motivated; eager; creative; authentic; hard-working; flexible, diligent; personal; transparent and unique! I have great support from my managers and my Executive team, even in trying and challenging times.

Cons

The work load can be very challenging and it tends to fluctuate during the year. This is all dependent on our project load and Non-profits/Fundraising seasons.

Pros

The owner, Keith Heller is probably the best manager I ever worked for. His time management skills are incredible. He focuses on what is important and is open to everyone learning and growing. He takes care of himself and his family and encourages you to do the same. There is continuous communication, feedback and improvement in processes. Continuous creativity in expanding business opportunities and you are doing it all to help non profits improve their fundraising. Wish I still worked there.

Cons

Can't think of any. I left for personal reasons. I do know that if you are a consultant it does require extensive travel which may be difficult for many people.

Pros

I have worked at Heller for a few years. The work is very challenging, but can be extremely rewarding. Almost cliche to say, but my colleagues are the best part of coming to work each day. A close second is the opportunity to work with amazing nonprofit organizations across North America.

Cons

Work can be very challenging. Project-based work is typically very deadline-driven. There are certainly lower-impact jobs out there. This is a job you have to love to do well.