
Ten Qualities of 'Best and Brightest' Companies
By Dennis McCaffertyTen Qualities of 'Best and Brightest' Companies
1. Open Line 91% of the "best and brightest" organizations use a company intranet or website to communicate to workers.
Ten Qualities of 'Best and Brightest' Companies
2. Flex Thinking 90% offer flextime, job sharing and other flexible scheduling.
Ten Qualities of 'Best and Brightest' Companies
3. Input Sought 80% use annual surveys to gauge employee engagement.
Ten Qualities of 'Best and Brightest' Companies
4. Giving Nature 80% sponsor local charitable activities, as well as conduct on-site activities such as blood and food drives.
Ten Qualities of 'Best and Brightest' Companies
5. Bargain Bonanza 78% offer employee discounts with negotiated vendors.
Ten Qualities of 'Best and Brightest' Companies
6. Home Office 75% offer workers the opportunity to telecommute.
Ten Qualities of 'Best and Brightest' Companies
7. Well Wishes 73% offer wellness incentives.
Ten Qualities of 'Best and Brightest' Companies
8. Money Talks 68% have increased their base compensation.
Ten Qualities of 'Best and Brightest' Companies
9. Global Grasp 67% offer written diversity statements, and 50% host or sponsor activities to celebrate multiculturalism.
Ten Qualities of 'Best and Brightest' Companies
10. Helping Hand 55% offer mentoring or coaching programs to employees.