disastrous leaders - horrible for POC - Anonymous employee Wiley Employee Review

1.0
Jul 11, 2023
Anonymous employee
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Pros

good benefits, good people, systems have improved

Cons

this used to be a great place to work but no longer, especially for BIPOC, they just don't promote them to senior levels with constant excuses of not your time, you're not qualified. there is lack of strategy and vision and it seems to be going around in circles. so many people are just leaving because there is no growth here only more and more work.

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Wiley Response
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We appreciate you taking the time to provide your feedback on your experience at Wiley. Your insights are instrumental in helping us identify areas where we can enhance the work environment and provide a more inclusive and fulfilling experience for all employees. We are committed to enabling Purpose, Growth, Community and Care throughout our colleague experience. The challenges you've highlighted, particularly regarding the experience of BIPOC employees and the perceived lack of promotion opportunities to senior levels is very concerning. Diversity, equity, and inclusion are paramount values for us as we recognize the value of diverse perspectives contributing to our ability to fulfill our mission. Creating a supportive and enriching environment for career advancement is one of our priorities, and your feedback will aid us in reassessing our approach to employee development. Please address these concerns with your People Business Partner and we hope you will see positive changes throughout our organization.

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