Though it may be too soon to tell how the recent batch of tax changes affects working Americans, it’s pretty much the consensus that businesses nationwide will benefit from them. And the good news is that some companies are already paying it forward. There’s just one problem: Many businesses are sharing their newfound wealth with employees in […]

Raise your hand if you love your job and the work you do every day? Don’t be shy. Raise it! We’re glad you’ve found a job and company you love. That’s what Glassdoor is all about — helping millions of people to do just that. After all, it is possible to have a job you […]

Let’s be honest: packing a lunch for work isn’t always easy—but eating at the corner café every day is a quick way to rack up a credit card bill. That’s just one reason why companies offering free lunches to their employees are so beloved. If you’d rather skip the sack (or a mounting credit card […]

This week marks International Women’s Day, March 8th, a global celebration of women and companies throughout the world engage women and men in conversations around gender diversity, women in the workplace and success. One of the companies at the forefront is Salesforce. Equality is a core value at Salesforce. Led by CEO Marc Benioff, Salesforce strives to create […]

My generation was taught that the world was our oyster and we could follow our dreams. Good, bad or indifferent, I firmly believed that we were free to choose whatever it is we wanted to do in life—and I’m here to tell you that this timeless piece of advice is still true. Those words inspired me […]

Updating your LinkedIn profile can be a major stress point if you feel like it could alarm your boss or cause tension at work, however the truth of the matter is that you should never feel guilty about updating your professional profile. It’s common to feel like your boss might know or think that you’re […]

I was 15 years old. I had just gotten my driver’s permit and I was itching to make my own money so that I could do what I wanted. You know, a little spending cash to go to the movies, buy cute clothes at Forever21, and grab a bite to eat with friends. So I […]

From dating to managing finances and even our health, the apps on our smartphones touch every part of our lives. However, with the thousands of apps out there it can be tough to figure out which are must-downloads and which ones are just taking up valuable space. We’ve done our research to bring you the […]

Have you ever fibbed about being sick just to get a day off? Are you currently counting how many hours or days you have left in your PTO to see whether you can take a summer vacation? We know the feeling. Companies with limited PTO policies can be a pain, especially before summer. Set yourself […]

Your perfect job with the perfect company may not be advertised. So, how do you find gigs from within the hidden job market? You ask about them. Here’s how to write a letter of interest that will get you noticed… and maybe even result in a job. Years ago, before I was the full-blown word […]

Most people who drive or otherwise commute to work can agree on at least one thing: the commute stinks. Whether you’re stuck in rush-hour traffic, navigating road closures, or running late because the subway or metro line is operating with delays, work commutes never seem to be easy or pleasant. That’s just one reason to […]

There was a time when the surest way to make your parents beam with pride was to become a doctor or lawyer—a sure sign that you had a good head on your shoulders, and you were going places. There’s still prestige with these careers, but we contend a new career has overtaken the coveted spot […]

T-Mobile is splashing its signature magenta all over Charleston, South Carolina. The wireless carrier has opened its largest call center in the country and is looking to fill 400 open jobs for the 1,200-person team. “The secret to T-Mobile’s amazing growth over the past five years is our unwavering commitment to eliminating our customers’ pain […]

According to Toluna’s Women at Work survey of 1,000 women aged 25 to 35, only 30 percent of respondents currently hold what they would consider to be their Dream Job. What’s more, 55 percent say that they would take a drastic pay cut to land it. We hear from a woman who did just that: […]

You aren’t looking for a retail job just for the employee discount. (Though no one here is saying that shouldn’t be a factor!) You want to work somewhere that treats its employees well—with benefits, to boot. These 11 retailers earned top spots on our annual Best Places to Work list, so you can feel comfortable […]

So you finally found it — your dream job. There’s just one little problem: the job description rattles off a list of qualifications and experience that you don’t quite have. Talk about discouraging. But even if you don’t check all the required boxes, you should still apply. Why? According to Jason Patel, founder of Transizion […]

If you’re not a confident interviewer, you may feel as if navigating an interview is akin to walking through a minefield—eventually, you’re bound to make an explosive move. But after speaking with several recruiters and hiring managers, we found out that there aren’t many moves you can make that will automatically disqualify you from getting […]

Being fired is difficult enough in itself. Couple that with the fact that you often have to discuss why you left your previous company in job interviews, and it often feels like adding insult to injury. While it’s perfectly normal to be frustrated with this situation, though, you shouldn’t feel hopeless — many people before […]

What’s not to love about freelance work? You can work from your favorite corner café—or from your couch—without a boss bearing down on you (in person, anyway). But freelance work—consistent freelance work—isn’t always easy to find. So we did some of the looking for you. Here are 14 companies who are looking for freelancers in […]

You might have heard before that one of the best ways to grab a recruiter’s attention is by tailoring your resume to each position you apply to. To many people, this is an intimidating idea — after you spend so much time creating a great first resume, the thought of repeating the process for each new […]

Although it would make life so much easier to have one of those fabled dream jobs you’ve known about your whole life, and eventually move through with joy, most people’s career paths aren’t so linear. In her book, Fearless and Free: How Smart Women Pivot — And Relaunch Their Careers, writer and content strategist Wendy Sachs […]

Is it better to work from home or at an office? A recent study has found that those working from home tend not only to be more satisfied with their jobs but that they’re also more productive and more engaged more likely to stick with the job. Working from home is not perfect in every way […]

You want a new job. And to increase your chances of snagging one, you’re applying to many, a move that can get confusing quickly if you don’t stay organized. After all, trying to remember if you’ve followed up on one application is tough enough — it might seem almost impossible with six! Luckily, staying organized […]

At Glassdoor,  one of the most common questions we get from employers is, “How do I become a Best Place to Work?” The coveted award is a decade old and honors only the top 100 companies in the US (along with the UK, Canada, France, and Germany). Needless to say, the companies whose employees believe in […]

Whether a bad day’s got you down, you don’t love speaking up, or you’re constantly playing the comparison game, chances are good that you could use an added dose of confidence at work. In some cases, decision-makers in any job setting put more stock in confidence than competence when they’re making picks for a promotion […]

February is Black History Month which honors the collective richness, innumerable contributions and accomplishments of Black folks yesterday, today and going forward. Dr. Carter G. Woodson, otherwise known as the “Father of Black History,” first originated Black (Negro) History week in 1926 which was eventually decreed a national observance as Black History Month in 1976 by U.S. President […]

As the number of job seekers and recruiters leveraging Glassdoor to help them find jobs and recruit top candidates grows, so must our company. The Glassdoor team has grown significantly over the past few years, both in the U.S. and abroad. To help support that growth, we’re excited to announce three appointments to our executive […]

It’s never the best feeling in the world when you lose a job and have a hard time finding a new one. However, that doesn’t mean it’s time to give up. In fact, it means that now is the time to work harder than ever. Here’s how to effectively stay motivated when you’re unable to […]

It’s a scenario countless job seekers are familiar with: You have a solid resume, so you have no problem getting called in for interviews. You then breeze through the interview process, or so you think, only to have those meetings go absolutely nowhere. If you’re tired of landing job interviews that ultimately amount to nothing, you’re not […]

Your salary isn’t the only way to make money at work. In fact, some companies offer stellar bonuses—based on your performance—that can significantly increase what you take home each year. Not only do these nine companies offer awesome starting salaries—the lowest median base pay below is $120,000!—but they reward their best employees with bonuses. So […]

In many businesses, a fair amount of commercial and professional success hinges on what people think of you. What does it take to land that big sale, or score that major account? Usually, it has as much to do with making a strong connection as it does with providing a quality product or service. And […]

Swapping weekend stories with work friends is a good investment in your social game. Then again, you might think twice when you hear the boss praising an employee who spent that time finishing an amazing PowerPoint presentation — or when you learn that a co-worker used their Twitter account to attract fifty new customers. A […]

If you can believe it, we’re almost through a quarter of 2018! Time flies doesn’t it?! However, the minutes and hours only drag slowly when you’re in a job that doesn’t quite fit your dreams or your lifestyle. Quit wasting your energy in a job that doesn’t satisfy you or at a company that doesn’t […]

My career has not followed a linear path. After two weeks of medical school, I left to instead pursue a marketing career, walking away from years of educational investment. A few years later, I moved from San Francisco to London, creating another detour in my career. Then, after ten years in the corporate world, I left […]

I’ve spent the past five years working for Nielsen, the world’s largest marketing research firm that helps media and consumer products companies understand what people watch and buy. I am currently a manager in our consumer analytics group, specializing in survey and segmentation analysis for large brands and retailers. My team’s projects uncover the who, […]

In January 2017 I joined Uber as Chief People Officer. I don’t often reflect on my work publicly but now that I’ve hit the one-year mark I have a few thoughts to share. As you know, Uber had a rollercoaster 2017. There was no way I could have predicted how the year would unfold, but […]

Are you fed up with making less than you’re worth or feeling unfulfilled at your current job? You’re not alone. According to a survey by Mental Health America and the Faas Foundation, 71 percent of respondents said that they’re looking to change employers. The survey also found that 45 percent of respondents said they “rarely or […]

Having a professional role that both engages and challenges you is a cornerstone of job fit. Savvy managers are aware of this, and make team members’ professional development a priority. Glassdoor’s recent report “Why Workers Quit” implicates career stagnation as a leading cause of turnover. Morgan Smart, Glassdoor Data Scientist who authored the report, writes: […]

Interviewing for a new job and nailing that first impression is challenging enough, but when you’re trying to relocate, you’re required to ace the interview on the phone or through a video conference. You have to prove to the company that you’re the best candidate without ever stepping foot in the front door. Sound tough? […]

Hypothetical interview questions can be some of the most challenging to answer as they can vary widely, and unlike questions such as, “what is your greatest weakness,” it is difficult to prepare discrete answers in advance. However, these types of questions are important for companies that want to see how you think on your feet, […]

If one of your New Year’s resolutions was to get in shape and another was to find a new job, why not combine the two?! There are plenty of professions that won’t leave you stuck behind a desk, but instead will keep you on your feet moving and feeling physically fit. Here are 13 jobs […]

They say only three things are certain in life: death, taxes, and making a mistake on your resume. Well, maybe I’m exaggerating a bit with that last point, but you get what I mean. The point is, resume mistakes are hard to avoid — like super-duper hard. And when it comes to your resume, even […]