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      Medium

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      Medium reviews

      4.1

      83% would recommend to a friend

      (74 total reviews)

      Tony Stubblebine

      83% approve of CEO

      72% positive business outlook

      Ratings by category

      4.3

      Work/Life balance

      4.0

      Culture & values

      4.0

      Compensation and benefits

      3.9

      Diversity & inclusion

      3.8

      Career opportunities

      3.4

      Senior management

      Medium has an employee rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars, based on 74 company reviews on Glassdoor which indicates that most employees have an excellent working experience there. The Medium employee rating is in line with the average (within 1 standard deviation) for employers within the Mídia e comunicação industry (3.7 stars).

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      74 reviews
      2.0
      Nov 6, 2023

      Very strange place

      Anonymous employee
      Recommend
      Business Outlook

      Pros

      Many great people, solid pay and benefits, decent work-life balance

      Cons

      Lots of upheaval makes for a stressful work environment

      4.0
      Apr 30, 2023

      Critically acclaimed and thought-provoking

      Content writer
      Recommend
      Business Outlook

      Pros

      Wide Exposure: Medium.com boasts a large and diverse user base, providing an excellent opportunity for writers to gain exposure and reach a broader audience. It allows your work to be discovered by readers who may not have come across it otherwise. User-Friendly Interface: The platform is known for its clean and intuitive user interface, making it easy for writers to navigate and publish their content. The straightforward formatting options and simple editor help streamline the writing process. Built-in Community: Medium.com fosters a vibrant community of readers and writers. Users can follow, comment on, and engage with articles, creating opportunities for meaningful discussions and networking within the writing community. Monetization Options: Medium.com offers a Partner Program that enables writers to monetize their content. By enrolling in the program, writers can earn money based on the engagement and reading time their articles generate.

      Cons

      Limited Control over Branding: When publishing on Medium.com, writers have limited control over the visual branding and customization of their content. The platform's standardized design may not align with a writer's personal branding or desired aesthetic. Dependency on Algorithm: Medium.com employs an algorithm to curate and recommend articles to users. While this can increase visibility, it also means that the visibility of your work is dependent on the platform's algorithm, which can be unpredictable. Potential for Content Reproduction: Once published on Medium.com, your content is accessible to anyone. While Medium.com takes measures to protect copyright, there is still a possibility of someone reproducing or plagiarizing your work without your consent. Limited Monetization for Free Users: While the Partner Program allows writers to earn money, it is only available to members who pay for a Medium subscription. Free users have limited options for monetizing their content directly.

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