Great people, poor compensation. - Anonymous employee World Book Employee Review

3.0
Feb 15, 2023
Anonymous employee
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Pros

The people working here are wonderful and passionate about the work. The company is very flexible with remote work, and isn't forcing people back in the office.

Cons

There have been a lot of shifts and changes the company has made over the past few years, but unfortunately the only constant in my entire time working here is the poor compensation. World Book salaries are NOT competitive. The turn over rate for roles is insane, because they expect so much from their staff but barely pay them for the position they have.

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5.0
Apr 7, 2025
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Pros

Wonderful collaborative atmosphere where everyone was extremely helpful to me when I was first at the company. My boss was so much like Jimmy Stewart in "It's a Wonderful Life" and utilized a laissez faire leadership style with was very effective.

Cons

I can find nothing negative to report on this company.

2.0
Jun 15, 2026
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Pros

Good people. Hybrid work schedule.

Cons

Low pay, when a coworker leaves, there is no replacement, that person's responsibilities get divided and spread out to the entire team. The President of the company, is quick to jump to unfounded rumors, scuttlebutt from "anonymous suggestion box" comments and conclusions as opposed to actual facts, and focused solely on dollars signs, his bonus and does not lead by example, despite being a former military officer. Moral has dropped at the company because management doesn't take the employees issues and concerns to heart and pay a decent livable wage.

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