Just kidding! I edited the title so "My Peep" would be drawn to the blog. Did it work? Here's a sampling of work perks based on level of employment. Availability will also depend on your field. (Hint: don't be afraid to ask for stuff in the tier above yours -- you never know.)
To score them, you first have to know what they are (a prospective employer probably won't volunteer them all unless they're trying extra hard to woo you). Then you have to come right out and ask for them during salary negotiation -- not after they've hired you...
When You're Just Starting Out (at a decent job/company)
1. Continuing education benefits/tuition reimbursement
2. The chance to telecommute sometimes
3. Access to a mentoring program
4. Access to training seminars
5. A health/wellness stipend (i.e. gym, yoga classes)
6. Marketplace discounts (this one is often automatic)
When You've Scored a Job on the Fast Track
Everything listed above, plus:
7. Relocation reimbursement
8. Stock options (these are sometimes offered in entry-level jobs if the company is a start-up)
9. A performance bonus
10. Extra vacation time beyond what company policy allows for
11. A smart phone -- and service plan
12. A high-end laptop
13. Home Internet connection or portable Wi-Fi card
14. Home office furniture and supplies (particularly if you telecommute)...
Read more...
http://www.huffingtonpost.com/kate-white/w...
Posted By: Jen Fad
Thursday, January 17th 2013 at 2:17AM
You can also
click
here to view all posts by this author...
