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
“Tell me about yourself.” It’s a simple request in theory, but it’s almost too open-ended for comfort. Do you start at the beginning? How much do you leave in? When can you stop talking? While no two job interviews are the same, this is a question job seekers can come to expect in pretty any interview, so it’s best to brush up. … Read full-story
More than 40% of people struggle with the idea of asking their boss for a raise, according to data from Comparably. Part of the fear comes from being worried that you wont’ get what you want. And sometimes, that’s the reality. If the company doesn’t have the funds to give you the raise you think … Read full-story
Cover letters are often a job candidate’s least favorite part of the application process. Having to put together a coherent letter that sells you without coming across as arrogant is a delicate walk, and what makes it even more daunting is that, in many cases, the name of the person you’re addressing is a big fat … Read full-story
Here’s a seemingly simple question: What draws someone to a job? Being able to offer a competitive salary obviously helps. Offering good benefits helps, too. But believe it or not, the No. 1 reason job candidates choose one job over another is company culture, according to a recent study. The second and third most popular answers were career … 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
Interviews can be stressful. Nerves alone can cause you to answer questions in ways you might regret. That’s why it’s important to prepare. As you do your homework on the company, using sites such as Comparably to educate yourself about the company and the salary you can expect to earn, spend some time thinking about how you’ll respond … Read full-story
The word “networking” itself is enough to make many of us groan. There’s good reason for that: in many cases, networking conjures up images of name tags and awkward small talk and follow-up emails that lead nowhere. But that doesn’t have to be your experience. Networking – or connecting, or befriending, or whatever word you … Read full-story
The labor market is tight right now: with unemployment at historic lows, it’s an employees’ market, which means employers have to work extra hard to attract new talent into their ranks. That’s why employers can no longer afford to be disorganized, slow or uninspired when it comes to job interviews. The job interview is often … Read full-story
Amazon, Apple, Facebook, Google and Microsoft are known for asking rigorous interview questions designed to bring in the brightest thinkers, but each has its own way of conducting the interview process overall. Reviews left by employees via Comparably highlight the following: — Apple: “Expect to be turned away a few times. Getting hired is an … Read full-story
Company culture is everything these days. From retail to health care to tech, companies in every sector are going to great lengths to ensure that their mission, vision and values are expressed in every aspect of their business. There’s good reason for this: company culture is now the No. 1 reason people choose one job … Read full-story
In Los Angeles, some of the brightest stars are nowhere near the red carpet – they’re CEOs. In today’s highly complex 24/7 business environment, the job of a CEO is more challenging than ever. No matter the industry, top executives are being asked to navigate through increasing competition, get ahead of rapidly advancing technology, and … 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
Tech is the new finance. All over the world, people are increasingly forgoing banking for jobs with tech companies, driven by a desire for more meaningful work and employers that value innovation and flexibility. And, like finance, jobs in tech are commanding above-average salaries. Nowhere is that more apparent than at the top. In the … Read full-story
Here’s a familiar scenario: You’ve been at your job for awhile. You do good work. You’ve gotten a raise in previous years. There should be no reason why you wouldn’t get the same kind of raise this year. Right? Not necessarily. In fact, many employees are blindsided when they realize that just because they expect … Read full-story
It’s July and the summer slump seems to have officially set in. You know the signs: pretty much your whole office seems to have lost their sense of urgency, productivity is dwindling and you fear that people aren’t go to snap out of it any time soon. Fear not. While the summer slump *is* real … Read full-story
Maybe you’re a first-time manager or maybe you’ve been leading a team for awhile: whatever situation, you have this sinking feeling that you aren’t performing at your very best when it comes to properly managing a team. Indeed, managing people is no easy feat. In many cases, it requires you having to put others’ needs … Read full-story
Company culture is one of those terms that sounds like fluff, but means everything to businesses focused on growth. When it’s healthy, you feel it: your employees seem jazzed about the company and its mission, take a collaborative approach to solving problems, proudly sport your company-branded swag, and treat each other like family (in a … Read full-story
Annual reviews have a way of sneaking up, but there’s no excuse for failing to prepare for them. In the days and weeks (and months, if you’re super organized!) ahead of your review, you should start figuring out what you want to come out of it. Do you want a raise? A promotion? Do you … Read full-story
For all of the fun and excitement of working out of a new city or state, there are some very real stresses. Not only do you have to pack, arrange for movers, find a new place, and fill out endless amounts of paperwork related to the move — you have to adapt to a new … Read full-story
There are about as many varieties of the annoying coworker as there are species on earth. Some of the common offenders: the coworker who doesn’t shut up; the coworker who always seems to be in a bad mood; the coworker who takes every opportunity to undermine your work; and, perhaps most offensive, the coworker who … Read full-story
Company culture is everything these days. From retail to health care to tech, companies in every sector are going to great lengths to ensure that their mission, vision and values are expressed in every aspect of their business. There’s good reason for this: company culture is now the No. 1 reason people choose one job … Read full-story
In today’s highly complex 24/7 business environment, the job of a CEO is more challenging than ever. No matter the industry, top executives are being asked to navigate through increasing competition, get ahead of rapidly advancing technology, and create a culture that delivers results. The list below highlights CEOs in Seattle that received the highest … Read full-story
Writing a resume requires discipline. After all, one page isn’t very much when it comes to recapping your career. 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 dive into you and your history. While you should design your resume however you … 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
In June, Comparably released a set of annual awards highlighting the best CEOs and companies, including its annual Best CEOs for Women, Best CEOs for Diversity, Best Leadership, Best Managers, and Best Companies for Professional Development. These lists showcase the leaders who are helping to drive positive culture change across companies large and small. The lists were covered by major press outlets including USA Today, CNBC, … Read full-story
The lists below represent the highest ranked companies (small/medium and large) for professional development from employees who anonymously rated their professional advancement and growth opportunities on Comparably.com from May 23, 2017 to May 23, 2018. See below for employee comments and methodology. Don’t forget to check out the rest of our 2018 Leadership Awards, including … Read full-story
The lists below represent the managers from Small/Medium and Large Companies who anonymously received the highest ratings from their employees on Comparably.com from May 23, 2017 to May 23, 2018. See below for employee comments and methodology. Don’t forget to check out the rest of our 2018 Leadership Awards, including Best CEOs for Women, Best … Read full-story
The lists below represent the Best Leadership teams from Small/Medium and Large Companies who anonymously received the highest ratings from their employees on Comparably.com from May 23, 2017 to May 23, 2018. See below for employee comments and methodology. Don’t forget to check out the rest of our 2018 Leadership Awards, including Best CEOs for … Read full-story
