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 … Read full-story
Good bosses and employees know that feedback should be given well and given often. Unfortunately it seems the percentage of people who continue to get valuable feedback in the later half of their careers seems to be dwindling. The over-40 slump According to the latest reading of an ongoing query by Comparably, 25% of employees over age 40 say … Read full-story
Mozilla, Etsy, and Vimeo are just some of the companies that have recently filed lawsuits against the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) over the agency’s repeal of net neutrality. And they’re hardly alone in their concern. Fifty-six percent of tech workers say they are either “somewhat worried” or “very worried” about the repeal, according to the latest reading of an … Read full-story
There’s been plenty of conversation about cryptocurrency lately, given the meteoric rise and fall of Bitcoin over the last few months. But the ledger-backed virtual currency continues to be plagued by one question: is it the way of the future, or is it a scam? Turns out that the answer is split overall, though people in … Read full-story
Sharing a laugh with your cubicle buddy isn’t just a way to pass the time — most people in human resources see it as a way of boosting company performance. Seventy-six percent of HR workers say having fun with their coworkers is “important” or “extremely important” to the company’s success, according to the latest reading of an ongoing query by Comparably. That’s … Read full-story
There are no hard and fast rules when it comes to compensation. How much you’re paid depends on a variety of factors – among them, the type of company you work for and where that company is located. With the tech sector booming, Comparably explored 15 of the most popular job titles in tech and … Read full-story
If you were given your boss’s job, what’s the first thing you’d do? The top answer among women was “increase employee pay” while the top answer among men was “better vision and strategy.” That’s according to the latest reading of an ongoing query by Comparably of more than 25,000 people across the tech industry. Differing … Read full-story
Companies in the U.S. aren’t required to provide paid leave to new moms and dads, but it seems the practice is catching on regardless. About 65% of people surveyed in the latest reading of an ongoing query by Comparably say their employers offer paid maternity and paternity leave. More than 5,000 people, predominantly in tech, … Read full-story
All over the country, companies are being asked to increase their diversity and lead with transparency. And with Silicon Valley tech companies such as Google and Facebook leading the charge, it’s no surprise that employers in San Francisco were ranked No. 1 for encouraging open discussion of workplace issues related to gender and diversity. Sixty-nine … Read full-story
Thirty-five percent of women say they have been sexually harassed at work, according to the latest reading of an ongoing query by Comparably. Minorities are more affected African Americans report the highest rates of having been sexually harassed at work (31%), followed next by Hispanic/Latino respondents (28%). The lowest rates were among Asian/Pacific Islanders (18%). … Read full-story
The recent rise of the #TimesUp and #MeToo movements have put sexual harassment squarely in the center of national conversation. Luckily, most people see it more than just talk. Sixty-five percent of women and 58% of men say they think these movements will help improve the way men and women work together, according to the latest … Read full-story
Half of women say having kids holds people back in their careers. About the same percentage feel the same way about simply being female. Forty-seven percent of women say they feel their gender has held them back in their careers, according to the latest reading of an ongoing query by Comparably. More than 18,000 people, predominantly … Read full-story
Having children can be one of life’s greatest joys, though it often comes at a cost. Indeed, 57% of women say they believe that having kids holds people back in their careers, according to the latest reading of an ongoing survey by Comparably More than 1,000 people across the tech industry participated in the study. Women feel this way more … Read full-story
In today’s world, one of the more popular pieces of advice to young employees is to find a mentor. The benefits are many, and not just for the person being mentored — research shows that those who serve as mentors report higher job satisfaction and commitment to their employers. So, who’s making it their business … Read full-story
It may be getting easier to discover what you should be earning through sites such as Comparably, but chatting directly with your coworkers about what you earn is still an unpopular move. Fifty-two percent of people say they’re “not likely” or “would never” share their salary with coworkers, according to the latest reading of an … Read full-story
Fifty-four percent of women in legal roles say they are satisfied with their work-life balance, the lowest of any department. That’s according to the latest reading of an ongoing survey by Comparably of 30,000 people in jobs across the tech sector. Up close by department After women in legal, the lowest rates were among men and women … Read full-story
Asking for a raise can be uncomfortable for anyone, though women appear to struggle with it more than men. Fifty-five percent of women say they feel confident asking their boss for a raise, compared with 63% of men, according to the latest reading of an ongoing query by Comparably. More than 10,000 people responded to the … Read full-story
Apple, Google, and Twitter are just some of the major tech companies known for offering benefits that support gay and transgender employees, but they’re hardly the only ones. At a time when workplace diversity, inclusion and fairness are subjects of national focus, 80% of tech workers say their companies are supportive of LGBTQ employees. This … Read full-story
If there’s one statistic that paints a picture of the lack of women in leadership positions, consider this: the percentage of women sitting on the boards of Fortune 500 companies has more than doubled since 1995, but still hovers at only 20%. Indeed, people of all ages say there aren’t enough women in leadership, according to … Read full-story
Verbal abuse and other forms of non-sexual harassment are more common in the workplace than you might realize. Thirty-two percent of women and 28% of men say they have been verbally abused or severely harassed in a non-sexual way by their boss at their current job, according to the latest reading of an ongoing query … Read full-story
When asked to rank the benefit most important to them after health care, most people ranked vacation policy and flex time at the top, according to the latest reading of an ongoing query by Comparably. More than 10,000 employees across the technology industry participated in the study. Vacation and flex time at the top Thirty-one percent … Read full-story
According to employees, managers really need to brush up on their communication skills. Forty-eight percent of people say their managers need to improve their communication. The next most popular response was accountability (20%), positivity (15%), honesty (9%) and work ethic (8%). This is according to the latest reading of an ongoing query by Comparably of more than … 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. People don’t socialize with their coworkers as often as you might assume. Twenty-six percent of people … Read full-story
Stocks have been up and down, but most people still are feeling pretty positive about the health of their company. The latest reading of an ongoing query by Comparably shows that 59% of people say their business outlook is either “fantastic” or “good” for 2018. Another 24% say their future outlook is “average,” while 17% say their outlook is “poor” (11%) … Read full-story
The Time’s Up movement has raised more than $21 million so far to assist sexual harassment victims with legal support. But its implications will likely go further than its financial reach: 64% of people say the movement will have a positive effect on the workplace. Women have more faith in #TimesUp than men Sixty-nine percent of … Read full-story
It’s one of the long-held rules in workplace etiquette: keep your political views out of work conversations. But at a time when the news cycle is fast and furious, when our social media feeds are crammed with articles and rants and memes about the news of the day, it may be harder to hold your tongue. … Read full-story
February 14th is known for being a celebration of romantic love, but here at Comparably, it’s a day to examine workplace associations of all stripes. Using tens of thousands of anonymous employee reviews, Comparably compiled a data-driven look at dating, friendship and socialization in the workplace. Respondents come from all industries, but predominantly the tech … Read full-story
Tech jobs – and salaries – are on the rise. With demand for tech talent surging in areas such as AI and virtual reality, the median annual wage for computer and IT jobs is about $83,000 while the median household income is $59,000, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics. Hoping to get a sense … Read full-story
Good bosses and employees know that feedback should be given well and given often. Unfortunately it seems the percentage of people who continue to get valuable feedback in the later half of their careers seems to be dwindling. The over-40 slump According to the latest reading of an ongoing query by Comparably, 25% of employees over age 40 say … Read full-story
How often do you lie to the boss? According to the latest reading of an ongoing query by Comparably, 71% of workers say they never lie to their bosses; 10% say they lied “once ever”; 10% say they lie “once a quarter”; 5% say they lie “once a month” and 4% say they lie “once a … Read full-story
