Thinking about getting a new job in 2014? Well, if you’re confident that this will benefit you in the long run, go right ahead. However, you might first want to check out the list we have prepared for you today. Following, we would like to present you with a countdown of the 10 best US companies to work for in 2014.
The companies were ranked according to the statistics issued earlier this year by Glassdoor.com, a career website that takes into account reviews submitted by employees across the country. Employees were asked to rank companies according to their CEO, growth opportunities, work culture, benefits and compensations, and work-life balance. The maximum score for any company was 5, meaning very satisfied.
Curious to see which companies treat their employees best? Let’s take a look at the countdown.
No. 10: Nestle Purina Pet Care
Employee satisfaction: 4
CEO: Pat McGinnis
Employees at Nestle Purina praised the top health benefits offered by the company, as well as the challenging and inspiring work environment.
No. 9: Orbitz Worldwide, Inc. (NYSE:OWW)
Employee satisfaction: 4
CEO: Barney Harford
The one thing employees at Orbitz Worldwide appreciated the most is the strong work culture at the company. The fun work environment and the diversity of the company were also considered pluses by most of its employees.
No. 8: Google Inc (NASDAQ:GOOG)
Employee satisfaction: 4.1
CEO: Larry Page
Great benefits, numerous growth opportunities, and highly intelligent co-workers make Google one of the best companies to work for in 2014. Employees particularly appreciate all the knowledge and information they have amassed since they first started working for Google.
No. 7: Interactive Intelligence Group Inc (NASDAQ:ININ)
Employee satisfaction: 4.4
CEO: Donald E. Brown
Interactive Intelligent rewards its hard working employees with competitive compensation, good salaries, great perks and benefits, as well as a very flexible environment. Employees also appreciated the company’s good leadership.
No. 6: Guidewire Software Inc (NYSE:GWRE)
Employee satisfaction: 4.4
CEO: Marcus Ryu
Employees at Guidewire appreciate the great salary and good benefits. In addition, reviews also indicated that the company handsomely rewards employees for good effort or good work.
No. 5: Facebook Inc (NASDAQ:FB)
Employee satisfaction: 4.4
CEO: Mark Zuckerberg
Facebook is one company that really takes care of its workers: health care services, chiropractors, and gyms are all available on-site. In addition, employees also appreciated the perks that come along with working for Facebook.
No. 4: Eastman Chemical Company (NYSE:EMN)
Employee satisfaction: 4.4
CEO: Jim Rogers
Employees at Eastman Chemical feel like the company really cares for its staff, especially in what safety is concerned. The work-life balance was also a plus for staff members.
No. 3: LinkedIn Corp (NYSE:LNKD)
Employee satisfaction: 4.4
CEO: Jeff Weiner
Employees at LinkedIn are extremely happy with their work environment and the tons of events organized by the company, from fitness classes and decorating competitions to fund raisers and charities.
No. 2: Twitter Inc (NYSE:TWTR)
Employee satisfaction: 4.4
CEO: Dick Costolo
A newcomer on Glassdoor’s list, Twitter jumped straight to the number 2 spot. Employees at Twitter are highly satisfied with the fun and cool work environment. The perks, food, and drinks employees enjoy were also amongst the most appraised aspects.
No. 1: Bain & Company
Employee satisfaction: 4.8
CEO: Bob Becheck
Employees at Bain & Company were mostly satisfied with the interesting projects they have to handle each day. They also commented on how challenges have made them grow as individuals and how no day at work is ever boring for them.
