Ten Qualities of 'Best and Brightest' Companies

By Dennis McCafferty

1. Open Line 91% of the "best and brightest" organizations use a company intranet or website to communicate to workers.

2. Flex Thinking 90% offer flextime, job sharing and other flexible scheduling.

3. Input Sought 80% use annual surveys to gauge employee engagement.

4. Giving Nature 80% sponsor local charitable activities, as well as conduct on-site activities such as blood and food drives.

5. Bargain Bonanza 78% offer employee discounts with negotiated vendors.

6. Home Office 75% offer workers the opportunity to telecommute.

7. Well Wishes 73% offer wellness incentives.

8. Money Talks 68% have increased their base compensation.

9. Global Grasp 67% offer written diversity statements, and 50% host or sponsor activities to celebrate multiculturalism.

10. Helping Hand 55% offer mentoring or coaching programs to employees.

This article was originally published on 01-18-2013