Burns you out, shows you the door - Anonymous employee Wiley Employee Review

1.0
5 May 2013
Anonymous employee
Recommend
CEO approval
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Pros

Well maintained office environment. Extensive communication from the top down about the company's plans. Meets all legal obligations towards employees.

Cons

Slow to adapt to changes in the industry - falling behind. Overworks its staff. Expects staff to be employees 24 hours a day 7 days a week. Fails to live up to the values it says it has.

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