You’re right to be proud of yourself for making it past the first round of interviews for that new job you’re trying to land. That means the company has determined you’re a valid candidate, and you’ve most likely got a real shot at getting the job. So get ready for round two. The first round … Read full-story
As an employer, it’s important that you not only keep your team productive, but that you keep them challenged. After all, one of the reasons people leave their jobs is because they’ve stopped learning. And if they’ve stopped learning at your company they’re going to try and learn somewhere else. Right now, 71% of people feel challenged … Read full-story
Few of us are experts at keeping our New Year’s resolutions, but fewer still feel comfortable not making any at all, no matter how many years of promises to ourselves we’ve broken. Resolutions are free, positive thought is healthy and breeds action, and the new year is simply an irresistible time to think about this … Read full-story
The more time you’ve spent as an adult, the more you become aware of the fact that your work is your life. As much as we like to maintain some kind of balance between personal time and our days at the office, the truth is that the barrier dividing these modes of living is deeply … Read full-story
There are many reasons you might feel like quitting your job, but what would your reason be if you had to quit tomorrow? When asked this hypothetical question, 38% of people said they would quit due to feeling underpaid or unappreciated, according to the latest reading of an ongoing query by Comparably. The other reasons had little to do … Read full-story
Execs and Entry-Level Employees Get More Valuable Feedback Then Anyone Else Those at the top and bottom of the office ecosystem report receiving more practical and helpful advice regarding improving their work performance than the majority of workers currently between those two extremes. When asked how often they felt they received constructive feedback, the most … Read full-story
Diversity is more than just a corporate buzzword. In recent years, some of the world’s most revered companies have made real commitments to improving diversity and inclusion, with tech giants such as Google, Facebook and eBay going so far as to publish diversity figures that highlight how far they’ve come and how far they still … Read full-story
Writing a resume requires discipline. After all, one page isn’t very much when it comes to recapping your career, especially when you’re no longer an entry-level employee with one job under your belt. If you’re looking for a new job, it’s important to remember that a resume should act more like a highlight reel than a deep … Read full-story
When asked whether their employers do what they should do to keep them as employees, 55% of respondents said yes and 45% of respondents said no, according to the latest reading of an ongoing query by Comparably. More than 10,000 workers, predominantly across the tech sector, responded to the query. By gender The results show that 53% of … Read full-story
Branch started in 2014 with four people. Today, the Silicon Valley-based technology company has 170 employees spread across seven countries. That kind of rapid growth could have caused Branch’s culture to snap. Instead, the company stands as one of the top-rated employers by employees. In the last two years, Branch has received multiple awards from … Read full-story
Preparing for a job interview is best done in small parts in the days and weeks leading up to an interview. But the night before an interview is often the time where all of it comes together. It’s your last shot at doing research on your prospective employer, fine tuning your responses to common questions, … Read full-story
They were the generation that grew up on ’80s science fiction films and today, they’re the generation with the most faith in artificial intelligence. In the latest reading of an ongoing survey of more than 1,000 people across the technology sector, those in the 46 to 50 age group had the highest rate of saying … Read full-story
You’ve gone on two interviews and you’ve been offered a job with a company you really want to work for. The company knows your salary expectations, but when you get the offer letter, you’re a bit disappointed. What do you do now? Uncomfortable as it may be, it’s time for you to negotiate. This isn’t … Read full-story
Reviews, when done right, shouldn’t come with many surprises. You and your manager should be communicating regularly about your performance and the needs of the organization, not just once a year or once a quarter. After all, good feedback is essential. That said, having a formal review requires a bit more preparation and care. Ahead … Read full-story
Leaving a job, no matter what the circumstances, is a delicate process. You not only have to break the news to your manager and coworker and take care of setting up a handover process, but you have to make sure things are neatly tied up with the HR department of your company. Part of that … Read full-story
It’s bound to happen at some point in your career: someone you know from a current or previous job has asked you to recommend them for a new role or professional opportunity. While being asked to write a recommendation is an honor — it means you’re trusted and respected! — it can feel like a … Read full-story
It’s not just what you say but how you say it. In today’s 24/7 connected environment, the amount of information we’re forced to process at any given point is higher than it’s ever been. That’s why it’s more important now than ever to communicate effectively. For a great start, focus on your work emails first. … Read full-story
Your first days at a new job can often be stressful, but so can your last. If you’re in the process of leaving your current job to go to another company or do something else entirely, you know the excitement and anxiety that comes with it. Before you can jump into your next opportunity, you … Read full-story
When it comes to professional networking, LinkedIn is still supreme. With an estimated 500 million users, it’s almost a must for people in any industry. Whether you’re in your first job or approaching retirement, it’s important to keep a presence on the site; not only does it give prospective employers a chance to see more … Read full-story
It’s here: Day 1 of your new job. Now what? The first few weeks at a new job can be some of the most daunting — on top of trying to figure out what your day-to-day responsibilities will be, you have to remember a slew of new names and figure out simple things, like where … Read full-story
Feel like you’ve hit a wall? You’re not alone. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, the average worker holds 10 different jobs before age 40. And in a recent survey by Comparably, where people were asked how long they can see themselves staying at their current company, the most popular answer was less than a year. Whether you’re … Read full-story
Millennials have a reputation for job hopping — and certainly they do it more than previous generations, though not as much as you might think. Thirty-one percent of workers aged 18 to 35 say they can see themselves leaving their job within a year, according to the latest reading of an ongoing query by Comparably. That’s … Read full-story
Entry-level workers are most likely to say that their companies care about their careers — but there’s work to be done. Experience and career investment Just 63% of entry-level workers say their companies are invested in their career growth — the most of any experience level, according to the latest reading of Comparably’s ongoing query of workers across the … Read full-story
In a world where AI, cloud computing, and the Internet of Things are shaping the job landscape of the future, technology expertise is a hot commodity. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, computer and IT jobs are expected to grow at an above-average 12% from 2014 to 2024. Developers and computer systems analysts … Read full-story
From cloud computing to self-driving cars to artificial intelligence, technology is moving fast and tech jobs are following suit: computer and IT employment is projected to jump by a better-than-average 12% through 2024, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics. With demand for tech talent surging, the median annual wage for computer and IT jobs … Read full-story
Women may make up half of the work force, but nearly half of them feel gender has held them back at work. Indeed, 43% of women in all industries say their gender has held them back in their careers, according to the latest reading of an ongoing query by Comparably. The rate is higher in … Read full-story
A person’s satisfaction with their career generally decreases over time, bottoming out around age 51, according to the latest reading of an ongoing query by Comparably. Satisfaction and age are inversely related Workers 18 to 30 had the most positive view of their career progress, though still somewhat dismal: just 50% say they are happy … Read full-story
One of the biggest factors in employee retention is whether or not a person feels like they have a career path at the company. Unfortunately, it appears employers aren’t doing enough to support this need. Just 46% of workers feel their employers are invested in their career growth, according to the latest reading of an … Read full-story
Career goals are important, but for nearly half of workers, the path forward is a bit murky. Fifty-four percent of men and 50 percent of women say they have clear goals and a career plan, according to the latest reading of an ongoing query by Comparably. The latest reading, which is as of Sept. 11, … Read full-story
Just 16% percent of workers in tech say they’ve ever been asked to take a pay cut to keep their job, according to the latest reading of an ongoing query by Comparably. It depends on department Whether or not a person has ever been asked to take a pay cut has to do with the segment … Read full-story
