The award winners for Best Company Compensation are ranked and segmented into two lists: Large companies (more than 500 employees) and Small/Mid-Size companies (500 or fewer employees). The companies on the list were derived from a combination of the highest average salaries and the highest sentiment ratings by employees about their pay, provided to Comparably.com. … Read full-story
Diversity and inclusion have always been important, but in today’s workplace, employees are paying special attention to how well their employers are succeeding in these areas. Why? Not only does research show that having diverse teams often leads to higher profits and better focus, but companies that do well by showing appreciation, fairness and respect to … Read full-story
Forty-eight percent of people say they hang out with coworkers “once a quarter” or “never,” with sales people being the most sociable and people in finance being the least, according to the latest reading of an ongoing query by Comparably of workers across the technology industry. People don’t socialize with their coworkers as often as you might assume. Twenty-six … 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
For many people, stress is a sneaky but persistent thing. You think you’ve figured it all out and suddenly you’re back again, knee deep in meetings and commitments and deadlines and unable to get out from under. With nearly half of all respondents in a survey by Comparably saying they feel burnt out at work, you’re hardly alone … Read full-story
For today’s job seekers, work-life balance is the dream. Studies have shown that millennials value work-life balance more than all other job characteristics, though it’s not just millennials thinking this way – research has also shown that nearly half of all workers would forgo higher pay to gain more flexibility. Comparably asked users share whether they were satisfied with their work-life … Read full-story
You’ve switched into a new role or new company and you’re feeling great. There’s only one problem: no one knows who you are. Sure, it seems like a minor problem. But research shows that having a close friend at work can help you be more productive and encourage you to stay longer at a job, … Read full-story
In the age of #MeToo, 34% of women say they have a mentor at work, compared to 29% of men. That’s according to the latest reading of an ongoing survey by Comparably of more than 10,000 people across the technology industry. The results show very slight differences between people of different ethnicities. People of Hispanic or … 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
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
Yes, the allure of Facebook and Google and all of those Twitter notifications is real. But the majority of people see their colleagues as a bigger work distraction. Thirty-nine percent of respondents in a recent survey by Comparably say that their coworkers and bosses are their biggest distraction at work. The next biggest distractions were: social … Read full-story
Fifty-three percent of men and 56% of women say their company leaders do what they should to keep them as employees, according to the latest reading of an ongoing query by Comparably. More than 10,000 workers across the tech sector responded to the query. By age The results show that the younger the worker, the more likely … Read full-story
If there’s anything that freaks people out more than an in-person job interview, it’s a phone interview. Sure, you can be in pajama pants and take the call from anywhere. But glitchy connections and a lack of face-to-face emotional recognition can easily derail what might otherwise be a smooth conversation. If a company asks you to … Read full-story
When asked what they value most besides heath care, most people chose benefits related to vacation and 401(k), according to the latest reading of an ongoing survey by Comparably. Office meals and childcare came in at the bottom. More than 10,000 people across the tech sector responded to the survey. The breakdown Overall, vacation policy … Read full-story
The workforce is changing dramatically: millennials are now the largest generation in the U.S. workforce, and Generation Z is fast on their heels. While it may be easier to lump the groups together, differences exist between them. Those born in the earlier and later halves of the so-called millennial generation, commonly defined as the period … Read full-story
Fifty-one percent of African Americans say they have experienced racism at work, according to the latest reading of an ongoing survey by Comparably. That was the highest rate among any ethnic group. The survey showed that 32% of Hispanic/Latino respondents have experienced racism at work, as well as 30% of Asian or Pacific Islander respondents. Twenty … Read full-story
One of the greatest predictors of whether you will stay at a job is your boss. When your relationships with your manager is healthy, the sky’s the limit — you feel challenged, happy, seen. When it’s not, it’s hard to get through it. There are infinite reasons why someone might dislike their boss, but often it … Read full-story
Loving your job doesn’t mean you’re productive all the time. Even those most passionate about how they spend their days are bound to run into a bit of a slump sometimes. Ask your colleagues and you’re bound to get some interesting responses about when they are least productive during the work week. Some hit a … Read full-story
One of the most common perceptions of working in tech is that you work 24/7. And for many people that’s true. But there is a surprising percentage of people who manage to take at least an hour for lunch every day. Overall Fifty-two percent of people in tech take an hour or more for lunch each … Read full-story
It seems like a tricky maneuver — you’ve been working in one industry, possibly for a long time, and now you want to shift into another. There are many reasons you may be tempted to execute such a move, and plenty of people have done it. The important thing is that you keep your eye … Read full-story
Job seekers focused on putting their best foot forward should make sure they’re armed with examples of their excellent work ethic. That’s because work ethic is the number one quality people look for when they’re hiring someone, according to the latest reading of an ongoing query by Comparably. The other choices were “integrity,” (22%), “good … Read full-story
It’s nice to think that your career and compensation will always move upward as you gain knowledge and experience. In reality, that’s not always true. At a time when people are more willing to job hop than ever, it’s possible that not every leap will result in a salary bump. In fact, some leaps may … Read full-story
Job interviews require a lot of preparation. While you’re busy researching the company culture and your potential compensation, make some time to think about the parts of your career history and skills set that deserve to be highlighted. Remember, though you’re the one being asked questions, you still have plenty of control in guiding the … Read full-story
Entrepreneurship is cooler than ever. At least that’s how millennials and Generation Z feel about it. The latest reading of an ongoing survey by Comparably shows that people aged 18 to 35 are most keen on starting a business, preferably in the next five years (40%). The rate declined from there, hitting a low of … 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
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
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
There are any number of reasons why you might consider leaving your job. Maybe your beloved boss left; maybe your coworkers aren’t being nice; maybe you were overlooked for that awesome promotion. Whatever the case, it’s normal to evaluate why you’re not happy at your job and whether it’s time to leave. Job hopping is … Read full-story
