100 Best Small Workplaces
25 Best Small Workplaces
To determine this year’s ranking of the best small business employers, our research partners at workplace consultant Great Place to Work surveyed more than 88,000 workers at 540 companies that have between 25 and 999 employees.
The Top Ten
The Radio Flyer Company
Manufacturing & Production
Workers at the toy maker say they're like a family, who help build playgrounds and share ideas at an annual company retreat. "I truly come in each day excited to see what is in store and how we are going to improve ourselves," says one employee.
Square Root
Information Technology
This tech startup develops cloud-based operations software for retail clients. Employees receive a $3,000 to build their own dream workspace and enjoy a highly flexible work schedule. They are encouraged to take off as much time as they need as long as they continue to meet goals—meaning they can work from home or the beach—and are told "we know that personal matters don't just happen outside of work hours." and Fortune’s story on the company.
Granite Properties
Construction & Real Estate
Almost half of the employees of this privately held commercial real estate company are women, who also hold half of its leadership positions. 99% of all employees—called "Graniteers"—say they are treated fairly regardless of position and that they're proud to tell others they work for the company. New fathers are given paid paternity leave and new mothers enjoy 90 days of paid maternity leave.
PPR Talent Management Group
Professional Services
Not only do employees enjoy unlimited paid time off, but the company's Jacksonville Beach, Fla., offices are located directly on the beach, which means employees can go on a walk or eat their lunch while taking in the surf. The firm recruits and hires doctors, nurses, and other medical professionals for hospitals, schools, and nursing facilities. More than 75% of the staff are women, who also hold 79% of manager roles.
Ruby Receptionists
Professional Services
This virtual reception desk starts employees off at $15 per hour, with an opportunity for a raise after six months and each year afterward. Five year milestones are awarded with a five week sabbatical of paid time off.
