Meeting the hiring manager for the first interview.
Getting paid by a financially stable company - regularly.
They seem committed to Peet's success. As opposed to occupying time until the next best opportunity comes along.
The commitment to providing high-quality coffee to their guests is genuine. A safe work environment, no zingers, is largely prevelant.
I am worried that I am being denied advancement opportunities because of my age (older). Educate managers on age discrimination and how it manifests itself.