Your Career GPS: Mapping out the traits of a supportive employer
In this guide, we’ll explore five key signs that indicate you’re on the right path with an employer who truly has your back. Let us help you understand if you have a supportive employer that can provide for a smooth and enjoyable career journey.
1. They invest in your growth
Imagine working somewhere that encourages you to learn, grow, and chase your professional dreams. Supportive employers will always have the option for these growths.
What to look for: During interviews, ask about available training programs, mentorship opportunities, or support for further education.
What Yempo offers: Yempo works with clients who want long-term relationships with their assigned resources. They will arrange appropriate training and mentorship as well as other capacity-building initiatives.
2. They respect your time
Does work-life balance really exist? Supportive employers understand that you have a life outside of work and your time is valuable.
What to look for: Ask about flexible work arrangements, remote work policies, and programs that support a healthy work-life balance.
What Yempo offers: Yempo offers flexible schedules, options to work from home or office, and respects your personal time by providing 20 vacation days and 7 sick days, and observing all official Philippine holidays.
3. They communicate openly
Supportive management fosters an environmentwhere open dialogue is encouraged and employees feel heard and valued. They provide regular communication, and spaces and opportunities for staff to share their thoughts.
What to look for: Check reviews on Glassdoor and Jobstreet if the company encourages feedback and whether their leadership is approachable and responsive. During your interviews, ask about how they communicate to and get feedback from their staff.
What Yempo offers: Yempo sends out a monthly newsletter to update all employees on what’s happening within the company. It also conducts a Quarterly Pulse Check Survey among the staff to gather observations – positive or negative – and recommendations from. And at the employee level, managers conduct regular check-ins, to know what’s up.
4. They cultivate inclusivity
Feeling like you belong is crucial. Supportive employers create a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone feels respected and valued, regardless of their background.
What to look for: Research the company’s diversity and inclusion initiatives and observe the workplace culture during your visit or interviews.
What Yempo offers: Yempo only screens candidates based on their experience and job requirements. We do not discriminate based on age, gender, sexual orientation, or religion.
Finding the right employer is like finding the perfect travel companion—they make the journey enjoyable and support you every step of the way. Keep these signs in mind, and you’ll be well on your way to a meaningful career adventure!