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      3.4

      56% would recommend to a friend

      (133 total reviews)
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      Steve Brown

      74% approve of CEO

      59% positive business outlook

      Ratings by category

      3.7

      Diversity & inclusion

      3.7

      Work/Life balance

      3.6

      Compensation and benefits

      3.5

      Culture & values

      3.1

      Career opportunities

      3.0

      Senior management

      Nelson has an employee rating of 3.4 out of 5 stars, based on 133 company reviews on Glassdoor which indicates that most employees have a good working experience there. The Nelson 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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      133 reviews
      3.0
      Feb 27, 2024

      Great people

      Project manager
      Recommend
      Business Outlook

      Pros

      Some really great colleagues which is why turnover is low despite a lot of chaos

      Cons

      Trying to be an ed tech company but run by publishing industry veterans

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      Nelson Response
      2y
      Thank you for your feedback. We appreciate you taking the time to share your thoughts on your working experience with Nelson. We're thrilled you appreciated the camaraderie among colleagues. We believe this reflects our commitment to fostering a strong team dynamic at Nelson. As we transition into a premier education technology firm, we're proud to have a blend of publishing experts and tech-savvy individuals driving this evolution forward. While rooted in our legacy as Canada's top education content provider, our commitment to education is unwavering. Through Edwin, our digital ecosystem, we deliver cutting-edge, curriculum-aligned learning solutions. We prioritize aligning expertise to propel our company's transformation and drive innovation. Thank you once again for your input. We are committed to learning from your feedback and evolving to better serve the experience for our employees.
      4.0
      Dec 14, 2023

      Genuine commitment to helping children and teens discover the joy learning

      Senior program specialist
      Recommend
      Business Outlook

      Pros

      Hard work and dedication are rewarded and acknowledged

      Cons

      The publishing industry in general has struggled to maintain a secure footing for at least the pasr two decades.

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      Nelson Response
      2y
      Thank you for sharing your positive experience at Nelson. We appreciate your valuable insights that help us recognize our strengths and opportunities for improvement. Your dedication to our shared success, especially in fostering a positive work culture, is commendable. The introduction of Edwin has transformed our industry, enabling us to deliver updated content efficiently. We take pride in our commitment to education and providing diverse products. Thanks again for your feedback and for being an integral part of our journey. Looking forward to continuing this transformative work together.
      2.0
      Jul 31, 2023

      Still floundering

      Anonymous employee
      Recommend
      Business Outlook

      Pros

      Some teams are competent. Some people want to make change.

      Cons

      Lots of teams are not competent and you have to work with them.

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      Nelson Response
      2y
      Thank you for sharing your insights and feedback. Providing opportunities for growth and skill enhancement is a priority for us, and we value the contributions of all our employees. Managers are working diligently to manage performance effectively. As part of our commitment to excellence, we are taking steps to address performance issues and enhance our teams' capabilities. We'd like to have a more in-depth chat about your experience. Our People and Engagement team is all ears and would be happy to connect with you for a one-on-one confidential conversation. Please reach out to us at peopleandengagement@nelson.com. Thanks again for sharing your thoughts. We're all about growing and improving, and your feedback is a large part of that journey.
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