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California is home to many of the top rated companies in terms of company perks and benefits, as well as overall pay. Which companies pay the highest average salaries in California? Which companies in California have the best pension benefits or family benefits? If you are a same-sex couple, which California company gives you the best same sex benefits? So, if you are looking for a top-notch employer that cares about the welfare of their employee --and who isn't -- we've collected together the list of the Top 10 companies to work for in California, based on research studies and national reports: 1. Google. Headquartered in Mountain View, California (among many locations throughout the world), Google is the search engine tycoon that has taken the world by storm in just the past few years. Google is also one of the most employee-friendly workplaces in California. Not only does Google offer competitive salaries for all their employees, the random bonuses sweeten the deal even more. Called "peer spot bonuses"of $175, Googlers can also recommend and award one another these bonuses for achievements and accomplishment in their workplace. And last year, more than two-thirds did so. And Google likes to share its wealth with its employees. Revenues were up more than 20 percent last year and Google offered every employee a 10 percent pay hike. Small wonder that, according Fortune Magazine, Google ranks as the 4th best company to work for in America. The perks for being a Googler are plenty, including free meals in any of its gourmet cafeterias, a climbing wall and other gym facilities, the ability to bring pets to work, on-site doctors, and even free laundry! Working at this place, you might not even want to go home! 2. Nugget Market. Nugget Market, the local family-owned and operated Northern California supermarket chain, headquartered in Woodland, California, has been lauded for its devotion to its people and community, sitting at #5 according to a 2010 Fortune Magazine survey. Management nurtures a company culture that is both fun and dynamic, so that associates commit to working with a positive attitude and quality work. Moreover, it is a family-oriented work place, encouraging a work and life balance and understanding the needs of people’s family. Nugget Market also offers educational opportunities, growth-in- leadership training, achievement recognition, and job excellence incentives. It definite seeks to provide incentives for putting your best foot forward, rather than using punishment to drive workers to work. On top of a great work environment, the company offers outstanding benefits and wages. Rather than simply told to follow the rules and “to your job,” employees are encouraged to share ideas and concerns. While its perks might be less than the gourmet cafeterias or free laundry at Google, it definitely promotes a positive work environment so that its employees are content with waking up to head into work daily. Plus, you get a 10% discount on purchases! 3. Dreamworks Animation SKG Working at the place that created the magical fairytale land of Shrek might actually be as fun as the Land of Far, Far Away. That place is… Glendale, California? Dreamworks Animation sits near the top of almost all surveys listing the best places to work. It ranks #6 in California, according to Fortune Magazine, for its many employee perks. Employees that make the magic of these films come alive are lavished with complimentary breakfast and lunch, free movie screenings, yoga classes, art classes, and even monthly parties. In addition, billionaire CEO Jeffrey Katzenberg still makes the time to individually call potential job candidates to encourage them to join the team. Moreover, employees are welcome to pitch movie ideas to the executives, although they are encouraged to take the “Life’s a Pitch” workshop to learn how to most effectively do so. Who knows? You start off as a personal assistant at the company and maybe, one day, your idea becomes the next movie franchise at Dreamworks. For now, you can enjoy the free food and movies. 4. Cisco Continue reading page 1 page 2 |
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