99 Dollar Social Reviews
75% would recommend to a friend
(24 total reviews)
99 Dollar Social has an employee rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars, based on 24 company reviews on Glassdoor which indicates that most employees have an excellent working experience there. The 99 Dollar Social employee rating is in line with the average (within 1 standard deviation) for employers within the Media & Communication industry (3.6 stars).
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- "I started out in customer service, transitioned to another position and was promoted into management in the time I have been here." (in 4 reviews)
- "They make you go through training before applying, which takes a few hours, but it's very straightforward and will help you get ready for the position." (in 3 reviews)
- "I also get to work from home, which is so wonderful." (in 3 reviews)
- "The pay is by account, so the more accounts/clients you can manage, the better you do here." (in 6 reviews)
- "Poor, unprofessional owner and upper management with a complete lack of respect and transparency." (in 3 reviews)
- "The amount I get paid to do this job is good for me since I can do it fast enough to make a decent hourly wage." (in 2 reviews)
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Updated May 28, 2023
- 5.0Content EditorCurrent Employee, less than 1 year
Pros
Supportive environment Paid training Great foot in the door to content creation Great team of people
Cons
Can take some time to build up enough accounts to make a good income as a content specialist
1 - 5.0Head EditorCurrent Employee, more than 1 yearYakima, WA
Pros
I started with $99 Social as a content writer, was promoted along the way to head editor, and my experience has been fabulous. The company culture is all about community and encouraging each other to excel. When people work hard here, they are recognized and rewarded. If you are looking for a work-at-home job, this is definitely a great option. Since I started working remotely here, my life has improved so much. I'm able to support my family while still being able to be present and take care of them in other ways. We were even able to make a cross-country move from SC to WA and keeping up with work along the way was almost seamless. WFH employment is extremely liberating, so I am profoundly grateful to have found such a great company! We are growing fast, so there is plenty of room to expand your horizons and your skillset. I have learned so much simply through the content I create and edit. I also love our diverse and inclusive hiring practices. I've had the amazing opportunity to work with people from all walks of life around the globe through $99 Social.
Cons
When you are first getting started as a content writer, the pay may not be what you were hoping for. It takes most people a few months to get their writing and time management skills to the level where they can make good money. The pay is by account, so the more accounts/clients you can manage, the better you do here.
9 - 2.0Content SpecialistFormer Employee
Pros
I liked the work that I was doing, however, the pay was just not worth my time. Also, you get to work from home.
Cons
HORRIBLE pay. When you go through the interview process, you are told that you get paid per account every month. The pay sounds fine until you realize how much time and effort that you actually have to put into each account per month. Most people hold about 10-20 accounts, so it can easily take up a lot of your time. I was technically a part time employee, but I really worked full time. I took the job seriously, but there are a lot of people who do not. I felt like many people were not really qualified to do real client work.
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99 Dollar Social Response7yHi Former CS, I'm sorry to hear that you were unhappy with the pay! We try to stay competitive in the copywriting space and give you all the tools you need to thrive in this position. We are working hard on improving the service we provide, including the content, photos, CS hiring, and more. Big changes have been made and more are on the horizon. We appreciate the time you spent with us and wish you all the best in your future endeavors. :) Kindly, Heather Hart Operations Manager
- 5.0Content SpecialistCurrent Employee, more than 3 years
Pros
- You get to work from home. - The 99 Dollar Social staff really work to try to help you so you can do well. - Work whenever you want, you can be a night owl or early riser. - Work almost at your own pace (there are certain deadlines). - No micro-managing (except a little, during training). - You get to use your creativity. - You get marketing experience (that adds a little more to the resume too). - You constantly learn about new industries (learning new things is always good). - One pro for me is I have a second job to get ahead on bills. (I have not been great with money.) The flexibility of this job makes it so I can easily have a second job. -No rush hour commute (saves me about 2 hours a day) I value my time. -Save on Gas money and Car maintenance, since there isn't a commute. -Good for introverts. -Flexibility in your schedule. Amazing work/life balance! (Yes I named this twice). -The best freelance job I've ever had. The pay is a little more consistent than other freelance positions. -Most of the people in management started in the current position I am in. -The company is currently working to expand -The staff let me know when I am doing things right.
Cons
Note: I love working for this company. So these aren't necessarily cons, but more be aware of these before you apply. -The amount I get paid to do this job is good for me since I can do it fast enough to make a decent hourly wage. I get paid per account/client you are assigned. So my average hourly wage is depicted by how fast I get things done. This can be hard for some. Starting out when I was still learning the ropes, I made just a little less than minimum wage. After about 2 months though, I got fast enough to make minimum wage. Most people quit before they get to that point. I am happy I stayed with it because now I make much more than minimum wage. - the clients don't always communicate what they want very well (which isn't 99 Dollar Social's fault). But it can be frustrating understanding what your clients truly want sometimes. This is only a problem with like 10% or less of my clients, so it is a rare occurrence. Just some accounts/clients are easier than others. - You have to be a person that can focus (since when you work from home there can be a lot of distractions and temptations, like Netflix) - You have to learn to be more productive. (I am constantly learning tricks to make my process faster and easier. I am also browsing monthly for new free apps that can help my process.) -You have to be self-driven. No one will be constantly telling you what to do. - You have to be an organized person. - My position is more of a contract/freelance position. However, as I stated above the pay is more consistent than with other contract/freelance positions. I've thrived in this position, so for me, there really isn't any real cons that I have. I am fit for this position though. So if you are looking to apply, my recommendation is to make sure you are a person that can focus, that you are organized and able to get things done without having someone look over your shoulder all the time. Also, don't be afraid of a freelance/contract position. I was afraid of them at one time, but if I continued to be afraid of them I wouldn't have this great job now. The work-life balance is the major benefit that I love.
15 - 5.0Content EditorCurrent Employee, less than 1 year
Pros
- Love the ability to work remotely with flexible hours - The work is interesting - I get to learn about many different industries - Excellent support from management - Opportunities to expand skillset, increase knowledge, and move up (I started as a content specialist and had the chance to accept a position as an editor. The job has been perfect as I have a one-year-old and I'm able to complete all of my work around her schedule!) - Helpful training and resources - Positive work environment and nice people to work with! It really feels like a team and everyone looks out for each other. There is a lot of encouragement and I always feel comfortable asking questions or reaching out for help. - It's rewarding to see the company growing and improving
Cons
- It took a few months to get the hang of things as a content editor and get enough accounts to make some decent money
2 - 5.0Content SpecialistFormer Employee, more than 1 year
Pros
Pay was good based on the number of accounts I held. It's nice that you can ask for more accounts when you want to increase your payout. Management was really awesome. Anne-Marie was great at keeping everyone updated on changes and giving feedback on our posts. The job was fun not too difficult. I liked working from home and being able to create content when I had time in my schedule rather than working a 9 to 5 job.
Cons
Getting started with your payouts can be slow, but they give you the opportunity to take on accounts quickly if you want to. I was able to earn a good living wage within a few months.
5 - 4.0Anonymous EmployeeCurrent Employee
Pros
This is a legit at home opportunity. Make your own schedule. Take on as much or as little work as you want. There's room for advancement.
Cons
Terrible communication with support. They expect us to reply to emails within 3 hours of receiving, but don't hold themselves to the same standards. They are only hurting the clients by ignoring our inquiries about client's accounts.
14 - 5.0Editor and Content WriterCurrent Employee, less than 1 year
Pros
Work is very flexible, as long as you get your content submitted by the due date, you can work whatever hours you like. There's no micromanagement, you just get the work done and ask questions if you need help. The team is very friendly and it's a real community feel, even with everyone being from around the world.
Cons
The only real con is that the pay is low per account, so you need to get a few and manage your time well to earn decent money. But it is definitely possible.
7 - 5.0Content Specialist ManagerCurrent Employee, more than 3 yearsPhoenix, AZ
Pros
I have worked for $99 Social for just over 3 years and have been incredibly happy here! I started out in customer service, transitioned to another position and was promoted into management in the time I have been here. There is an "open door" policy and I have always felt comfortable discussing any concerns I have had. I also get to work from home, which is so wonderful.
Cons
I get to work from anywhere in the world for a great company. I don't feel that there are any cons.
2 - 5.0Global Retail Sales ManagerCurrent Employee, more than 8 years
Pros
My role with the company started with the launch of the company back in 2013. The entire team is amazing. We all take on that entrepreneur attitude as if it was our own company. We all truly care about our clients and their business. The value of what we continue to offer at the original price is amazing.
Cons
We continue to have weekly meetings to discuss anything that needs to be addressed by the management team. We all respect and value each other's opinions. No cons that I can think of!
99 Dollar Social Reviews FAQs
- 99 Dollar Social has an overall rating of 4.1 out of 5, based on over 40 reviews left anonymously by employees. 75% of employees would recommend working at 99 Dollar Social to a friend and 68% have a positive outlook for the business. This rating has decreased by 13% over the last 12 months.
- 75% of 99 Dollar Social employees would recommend working there to a friend based on Glassdoor reviews. Employees also rated 99 Dollar Social 4.0 out of 5 for work life balance, 4.1 for culture and values and 3.8 for career opportunities.
- According to reviews on Glassdoor, employees commonly mention the pros of working at 99 Dollar Social to be management, career development, culture and the cons to be benefits .
