Hyperlocal is a killer... - I'd Rather Not Say. . USA TODAY Co. Employee Review

2.0
Sep 9, 2008
Recommend
CEO approval
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Pros

Sense of family created in working environment gets me up in the morning. It's nice to work with people who value you as a person, not just an asset. One of best things (probably the best thing) is that being in a competitive market means management will let you try anything.

Cons

Too much micro-managing. Managers aren't too quick at recognizing good work or, worse, bad work. The wrong people tend to be the ones who get recognition and promotion. Our jaunt into hyperlocal news started great, but ended badly. While all the sidewalk-pounding was going on, the real news was left behind.

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5.0
Mar 9, 2026
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Pros

Career growth through working with a team that is about success - clients and your own!

Cons

No water-cooler chats because of being remote, but this isn't really a con.

5.0
May 18, 2026
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Pros

A company that I believe genuinely cares about its employees as much as their clients. Great work/life balance, decent pay, great culture, welcoming and supportive atmosphere.

Cons

Trying to "fix" too many things at one time can lead to inconsistency and feelings of being overwhelmed at all levels. There is a lot of great intent and plans to continue to grow the company and make things better overall, however, sometimes it felt a lot like "pulling at straws" approach where upper leadership would try something impulsively, and not stick to it long enough to see if it could truly make an impact, and many times certain approaches contradicted a previous one for a different area of opportunity. However, it's important to note, that through many moving parts, there was always support offered, and a "safe space" to provide feedback at even entry level roles.

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