Everyone knows the feeling when a work meeting has gone off the rails and turned into chaos or drifted off into nervous silence. Legs under the tables start shaking. Idle fingers start twirling pens or – worse – tapping them on tables. And when the smartphones start coming out of hiding, you know the … Read full-story
It’s not that much of a stretch to compare a workplace to a biological organism. Feed a human being nothing but junk food and their health declines. Pour coffee on a plant every morning and see how it looks by 5 o’clock. And so it goes with groups of people: you want the best product, … Read full-story
The winners of Comparably’s annual Best CEOs awards received the highest ratings by employees who provided anonymous ratings on their CEOs to Comparably.com. The award winners are segmented into two lists in rank order: Top 50 CEOs at large companies (more than 500 employees) and Top 50 CEOs at small/mid-size companies (500 employees or fewer) … Read full-story
When it comes to the most common manager flaws, weak communication takes the cake. Forty-eight percent of people say their managers need to improve their communication, according to the latest reading of an ongoing query by Comparably of more than 10,000 people, predominantly in tech. The next most popular response was accountability (20%), positivity (16%), honesty (9%) and work ethic … Read full-story
While a significant percentage of all people feel that their boss expects them to work on vacation, the rate was highest among 18- to 25-year-olds. Thirty-five percent of people 18 to 25 say their bosses expect them to work while they’re on vacation, according to the latest reading of an ongoing survey by Comparably. The rate fell … Read full-story
Company culture comes from the top. In cases where the leadership is focused on building a positive culture, that’s a great thing. People are productive, engaged, collaborative and generally jazzed about what they do. But in cases where the leadership is lacking, or culture is considered something that “happens” instead of something actively managed, companies … Read full-story
It’s a divisive time in American politics, particularly among the young. When asked whether the political views of their coworkers affect their working relationships, 35% of people in Generation Z (ages 18 to 25) said yes, the most of any age group, according to the latest reading of an ongoing survey by Comparably. More than 13,000 people, predominantly … Read full-story
At a time when the labor market is tight and employers are doing everything they can to attract top talent, company culture is too important to ignore. In fact, nearly 60% of people say their employer is focused on improving company culture, according to data from Comparably. The best companies keep a pulse on their … 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
Most of us want to come into a work environment that’s peaceful, fun and inspiring. But not everyday is perfect, and sometimes we find ourselves making embarrassing mistakes, butting heads with colleagues or struggling to handle a trying situation with grace. If you’ve ever found yourself in this place, you know how terrible it can feel … Read full-story
Whether you’re a first-time manager or a seasoned pro, every new team you encounter presents new opportunities and challenges for you to overcome. When building a team, it’s important to get it right: build a team that’s got a solid foundation and you’re poised for success; build a team with a shaky foundation and you … Read full-story
Nobody’s great at everything, but if there’s one skill that managers generally need to work on, it’s their communication. Forty-eight percent of people say communication is their direct manager’s biggest weakness, according to the latest reading of an ongoing query by Comparably. More than 10,000 people responded to the query. The results coincide with National … Read full-story
An important factor that determines how long people stay at their jobs is the relationship they have with their boss. When that relationship is healthy, the sky’s the limit; but when it’s not, productivity and morale are at risk. In honor of National Boss’s Day on Oct. 16, Comparably asked users to reveal which quality … Read full-story
The winners listed on Comparably’s Best Companies for Work-Life Balance received the highest ratings by employees who provided anonymous feedback about their work-life balance to Comparably.com. The award winners are ranked and segmented into two lists: Large companies (more than 500 employees) and Small/Mid-Size companies (500 employees or fewer). See below the lists for methodology. … Read full-story
The decision to hire someone (or not hire someone) is often the result of a blend of factors, all of which are specific to the industry, company and role. But new data shows that, on average, 32% of people in tech say “work ethic” is the most important quality and “prior experience” is the least. The results … Read full-story
The signs often come on slowly: it often starts with a nagging feeling of not wanting to go to work. You start to dread the sound of your alarm going off. You find yourself drifting off in meetings and struggling to complete your work on time. Nothing about your job feels exciting. It’s called burnout … Read full-story
There’s nothing like breezing through an online job application only to hit the dreaded “Upload cover letter” field. Even the savviest writers struggle with writing a cover letter. It’s hard to strike the right balance of adequately promoting your skills without coming across as arrogant. Luckily, millions if not billions of job seekers before you … 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
This September, Comparably will release its next set of national awards highlighting the Best Companies for Perks and Benefits, Best Companies for Compensation, Best Work-Life Balance, and Happiest Employees. These lists are meant to showcase the leaders and businesses who are helping to drive positive culture change across companies large and small. Previous awards have been featured in USA Today, Business Insider, CNBC, … 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
Mission. Vision. Values. They’re the buzzwords of today, though they’re more than just a passing trend. For employers, focusing on culture — underpinned by mission, vision and values — is essential to success. That’s because today’s employees say the No. 1 reason they’d choose one job over another is the culture, according to recent data by Korn Ferry. Just five … 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
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
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
The two lists below represent the top-ranked CEOs from Small/Medium and Large Companies who were anonymously rated by employees of color 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 Leadership, Best Professional … Read full-story
The two lists below represent the top-ranked CEOs from Small/Medium and Large Companies who were anonymously rated by female 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 Diversity, Best Leadership, Best Professional Development and Best … Read full-story
Anyone in any job will tell you that it’s not the product that makes the job, it’s the people. The relationships you build at a job will stay with you as you move from position to position, which is why it’s so important to make sure you’re being the best employee and co-worker you can … Read full-story
“Hate” is a strong word — and yet, for those in the unlucky position of disliking their managers, it’s the core part of an all too common refrain: I hate my boss. There are infinite reasons why someone might hate their boss, but often it comes down to a breakdown of trust and respect, or having values … Read full-story
