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Q&A With The Cato Institute Employees
The Cato Institute employees answer questions about what life is like behind the scenes at their company, including queries about culture, leadership, professional development, and compensation.
How employees describe working at The Cato Institute
I like the place and office
Not enough pay no incentive
Yes, I feel like we need to be rewarded for the hard work we do.
Overall I love the job I do but co workers make it hard at times
Q&A With The Cato Institute Employees
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What kind of people succeed at The Cato Institute?
Motivated and inspired people
How's the feedback proccess at The Cato Institute?
Supervisors are readily available for any kind of feedback employees may have and take due action where necessary.
How do you feel about going to work at The Cato Institute everyday?
I usually look forward to it. It’s fun when you do what you so passionately love
How challenged are you at The Cato Institute?
Cato is always exploring new avenues in research and using new technology media! I’m always learning new things and expanding my skills and knowledge
What are the team outings like at The Cato Institute?
We have a great softball and soccer team! Monthly happy hours!
What unique perks and benefits does The Cato Institute provide?
Pays 100% of medical, dental, vision premiums and also contributes a hefty amount to the health savings account each month! I’ve never had to pay out of pocket for medical situations!
What's one thing you wish you'd known before joining The Cato Institute?
Slow salary growth despite yearly raises
How's the morale at The Cato Institute?
High! People are happy and satisfied despite lower salaries because of amazing benefits and great supervisors and colleagues
How much diversity is there among employees at The Cato Institute?
It’s a fairly diverse staff!
What's the office layout like at The Cato Institute?
Huge building! 7 floors with multiple offices! Huge lunch room and kitchenettes on ever floor that house tea, coffee, microwaves, and refrigerators. Amazing roof deck open to employees unless there’s a sponsor meeting
How long do the interviews usually take at The Cato Institute?
10-40 mins!
How do I do well in an interview at The Cato Institute?
Know your stuff! Catoites aren’t too formal or superficial. They will not care about the perfect etiquette as long as you’re professional. But you definitely need to live up to your embellished resume.
How would you describe your overall experience interviewing at The Cato Institute?
Positive and friendly. The people here are genuinely happy.
What's the pay like for Design roles at The Cato Institute?
Below industry average.. but it is a non-profit
What's the vibe like in the Design dept at The Cato Institute? How many hours are you working?
Working hours are the regular 9-5. Workload can be non-existent to pretty heavy depending on the time of the year and projects swinging by. It’s volatile but fun! When the pressure gets too much to handle, they bring in freelancers to help out design staff so that no one has to stay back after hours to meet deadlines
What's the Design team like at The Cato Institute?
Flexible, friendly, considerate, polite, valuable mentors who go out of their way to teach and support junior members
How's the leadership on the Design team at The Cato Institute?
It couldn’t get better! Amazing mentors who are patient, great at training/teaching, considerate and polite. They will always have your back no matter what!
How difficult is it to maintain a social life while in your job at The Cato Institute?
Not difficult at all! The work-life balance is great! Working hours are mostly flexible as most supervisors understand that life happens! As long as you get the task done with results as expected, you’re not bound by the 9-5 office schedule.
What's the company culture like at The Cato Institute?
Business oriented but not rigid
What's the office vibe like at The Cato Institute?
The vibe is professional and friendly
What are your coworkers at The Cato Institute like?
They are friendly but know how to maintain a healthy work relationship. Colleagues often support each other and are very encouraging.
What interview questions does The Cato Institute ask?
Political philosophy (since it's a public policy research think tank), work experience, technical expertise and level of expertise.
What's the interview process like at The Cato Institute?
It's friendly, simple, short (2 rounds at the most), to the point and quick!
What part of The Cato Institute's business is growing fastest? What part is having difficulties?
The defense department is growing quite well. IT is having trouble
If you could make changes, how would you improve the culture at The Cato Institute?
I would make working from home the new norm for everyone who wishes if they mainly have a desk job
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Should I work at The Cato Institute?
46% of The Cato Institute employees would encourage their friends to become coworkers, whereas 8% are neutral and 46% would not recommend working at The Cato Institute to their friends.
| 46% | Promoters |
|---|---|
| 8% | Passive |
| 46% | Detractors |
