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Q&A With Business Wire Employees
We also offer unique benefits including reimbursement plans for fitness and education classes. Longer-tenured employees are afforded even more benefits, including a stipend for vacation purposes. Outside the U.S., benefits are offered according to local regulations and custom, and may vary by country. Most importantly, we value those employees who make their career at Business Wire; we are very proud of the fact that our length of employment far exceeds the standard. Longtime employees are well rewarded - financially, professionally, and uniquely.
How employees describe working at Business Wire
Communication and continuity and trust
long time employee laid off after being mistreated and misled for a year in an effort to get me to quit. CEO is absent, cold and out of touch with jis key assets.
The fitness reimbursement. It is good
Better leadership and modernize the product
team work and our camaraderie
Q&A With Business Wire Employees
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How do I do well in an interview at Business Wire?
Take a minute to learn what Business Wire does and the role it has in the public relations/investor relations program. Read this article: https://services.businesswire.com/blog/-/blogs/why-newswires-the-past-present-future-of-trusted-news Also look up the person you are interviewing - get to know their style before you come into the office. Try to match that style.
Every office at Business Wire is run by a different manager, which means each interview you do will be slightly different. The best way to succeed is to understand what we do and our role in connecting organizations and audiences. Get familiar with media relations, public relations, investor relations and marketing. You don't have to be an expert, but understand the basic terminology. Most of this information can be found on our website, blog and within industry articles. Focus on what you can bring to the organization. Listen and ask questions about the role your applying for and showcase your passion for the work it will take to succeed in that role.
What's the pay like for Marketing roles at Business Wire?
Lower than industry average, in line with what media outlets pay.
Low but on par with industry.
What's the vibe like in the Marketing dept at Business Wire? How many hours are you working?
No overtime required. Slow paced leadership.
8 hour days. Little OT.
How much and how often do raises happen at Business Wire?
Top Employee Response
Annually if at all. Raises depend on department and manager.
What's the office layout like at Business Wire?
Every office layout is different.
What unique perks and benefits does Business Wire provide?
Strong work/life balance. OT is discouraged.
How much diversity is there among employees at Business Wire?
Top Employee Response
Business Wire has a diverse workforce, but not management.
What do people at Business Wire think about the CEO? What do they do well and what can they improve?
Business Wire recently changed CEOs. The new CEO has a very ambitious plan for the company, which will benefit both customers and employees alike. Positive changes are occurring on a regular basis and are expected to continue. This is an exciting time for Business Wire and the industry as a whole.
How's the work life balance at Business Wire?
Business Wire offers a great work/life balance. Unlike many agencies or outlets, no one is expected to work overtime at Business Wire. Most employees do not even have access to email outside the office! Sales/management teams are expected, however, to occasionally attend after-hours networking events or industry trade shows. These are infrequent.
How does Business Wire make decisions around promotions?
Business Wire uses a number of factors when making decisions including what is best for the company and its goals, and the employee and their goals. Business Wire managers are encouraged to work closely with their teams to identify growth opportunities and the steps needed to achieve them. Growth is not automatically given. Employees do not receive promotions based solely on their achievements or time spent within the business.
How's the vacation policy at Business Wire?
Business Wire's vacation policy is great. New employees receive 20 days of PTO to use as sick days or vacation days and this amount increases the longer you work for the company. It is important to note that there are certain times of the year that employees cannot take time off (high volume earnings periods etc.) without previous approval from their manager. This is easy to obtain but important to remember.
Does Business Wire have any remote positions?
Most of Business Wire's employees work at their local office - remote positions, while possible, are extremely rare due to the sensitive nature of Business Wire's news content.
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12% of Business Wire employees would encourage their friends to become coworkers, whereas 88% would not recommend working at Business Wire to their friends.
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| 0% | Passive |
| 88% | Detractors |
