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The Washington Post

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Enjoyable company to work for, but poor compensation and lack of upward mobility make it only good for a resume builder. - Product Manager The Washington Post Employee Review

3.0
Jan 14, 2009
Recommend
CEO approval
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Pros

- Name recognition - Relaxed friendly work environment - Very intelligent coworkers

Cons

- compensation is considerably below industry average - senior level positions (director or higher) are almost always hired from the outside rather than internal promotions - complete lack of career development opportunities

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