Does The Motley Fool pay their employees well?

According to anonymously submitted Glassdoor reviews, The Motley Fool employees rate their compensation and benefits as 3.2 out of 5. Find out more about salaries and benefits at The Motley Fool. This rating has decreased by 4% over the last 12 months.

How satisfied are employees working at The Motley Fool?

13% of The Motley Fool employees would recommend working there to a friend based on Glassdoor reviews . Employees also rated The Motley Fool 3.6 out of 5 for work life balance, 2.2 for culture and values and 2.1 for career opportunities.

What are the top reviewed jobs at The Motley Fool?

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What are the pros of working at The Motley Fool according to real employee reviews?

"Great people amongst the rank and file employees" ((in 66 reviews)); "And the benefits were great." ((in 50 reviews)); "The people and the culture are great." ((in 34 reviews)); "3. Good pay" ((in 15 reviews)); "Work Life Balance is great" ((in 13 reviews))

What are the cons of working at The Motley Fool according to real employee reviews?

"Chaotic career paths is the norm" ((in 12 reviews)); "Senior leadership is more concerned with being the smartest person in the room than actually achieving anything" ((in 10 reviews)); "There are issues, but the management is aware of them" ((in 9 reviews)); "Most leaders spend most of their emotional energy "protecting", "blocking", or "shielding" their direct reports from the vacillating whims of a passionate and disconnected CEO and leadership team." ((in 8 reviews)); "Benefits are top notch, but base salary is average to below average" ((in 7 reviews))

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2.4

13% would recommend to a friend

(303 total reviews)

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22% approve of CEO

12% positive business outlook

Ratings by category

3.6

Work/Life balance

3.2

Compensation and benefits

3.0

Diversity & inclusion

2.2

Culture & values

2.1

Career opportunities

1.8

Senior management

The Motley Fool has an employee rating of 2.4 out of 5 stars, based on 303 company reviews on Glassdoor which indicates that most employees have an average working experience there. The The Motley Fool employee rating is 35% below average for employers within the Information Technology industry (3.7 stars).

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Reviews by job title

303 reviews

5.0

Jul 1, 2008

Amazing culture, great people, lots of opportunities - who could ask for more?

Anonymous employee

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Business Outlook

Pros

The people are intelligent and fun to work with. The benefits (vacation policy, monthly company events, etc..) are top notch. The advancement opportunity, casual atmosphere, and unique culture set it apart.

Cons

Company focus can change fast, it is sometimes difficult for those who cant adapt quickly to shift their focus and feel comfortable.

5.0

Jun 28, 2008

fantastic small company

Anonymous employee

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CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Laid back cool people and a fun yet professional atmosphere. A growing business that is going places. Entrepreneurial atmosphere. Since the company is small you have the opportunity to make an impact. Your suggestions will be heard, you're not just a cog in the machine.

Cons

honestly none unless you are a suit and tie kind of person, not going to get that here. If you're looking for a Fortune 500 size company this isn't for you either. Since it's small advancement opportunity is limited.

5.0

Jun 11, 2008

This is the best job ever!

Human resources

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CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Awesome benefits and great people. The company leadership has defined a clear road map, so I where we're going and how I can help us get there. My boss is the bomb! These are by far the nicest and most itelligent people I have ever worked with. The collaboration at the company is fabulous. I don't feel like there is company "politicing" happening like I've experienced at almost every other employer that I've worked for. We spend a lot of time together - not because we have to, but because we want to. This is my second full-time stint with The Motley Fool and I hope that it lasts a long, long time.

Cons

The D.C. area is expensive.

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