Good companies show career progression to prospective employees

To ensure success in one’s career, it is very critical to select an employer who reflects and supports your values and career objectives. So, what’s the mantra to identify a good organisation?

A good organisation showcases a clear company vision, technology / business road map, career progression through real-time data points and their culture to prospective employees. Culture is normally the only differentiating factor. It is easy to copy technology, but not an organisation’s culture.

For advising fresh graduates on selecting the ‘right’ employer, expert suggest that it is important to join a company that nourishes fresh talent through specialized training programs and provides fresher a good transition into the corporate world. As for a fresher their first employer plays a big role in moulding them into a thorough professional. Here comes the mantra - “Look for an employer who gives you a visibility into your career progression options starting with your year as a freshman.”

Another question which is usually asked by fresher- Is it better to work with big organisations or small organisation. Experts say that big organisations normally offer very good exposure on systems, processes and learning resources. Whereas, small organisation’s offer roles with more ownership and normally includes a wider scope within the role. Irrespective of size, a job seeker also needs to look at the company’s vision and financial stability while seeking employment.

All in all, you should work for an organisation that offers you a good role with learning and career progression opportunities, along with a good working culture.