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I don't work for a large company in SV, but do work for a large company of a market cap of almost 50 billion (larger than Yahoo). We had record profits last qu
by fma 11y ago
I don't work for a large company in SV, but do work for a large company of a market cap of almost 50 billion (larger than Yahoo).
We had record profits last quarter. Our market is growing. And we don't get jack squat for perks. We come in, work, go home. No holiday parties. Not even free coffee. I used to complain...actually still do. But, that's the expectation now. Hope it improves, but not holding my breath.
On the other hand my salary is 10% more than my previous company which had free snacks, Christmas gifts, etc.
- carlosonunez 11y agoI worked at companies with all of the perks, and I've worked at companies with almost none. While I'd much rather prefer higher cash compensation over workplace perks, I'd be more likely to stay longer at a place that had a few creature comforts.
- fma 11y agoYes I agree...it increases morale and team building. I actually wouldn't mind if the company took $500 out of my paycheck and have a 'fun' fund for perks. But I would imagine not all my coworkers share the same view. Also I think some is up to our local managers. For example we just had a 5 day architecture design workshop...people from different parts of the US flew in to participate. So that's flight, hotel, rental car, meals, etc. However we only got breakfast one day, and no lunch. To me it makes sense to provide food to get people to come in early and have light discussions over food. Make more use of everyone's time.