"But this industry's representation on the list has actually come down somewhat in recent years, a reflection of shifting dynamics at some of these companies. "This is part of an ongoing trend where many tech employers are trimming some of the things that made the job so appealing over the last year," Glassdoor chief economist Daniel Zhao told CBS News. "They are pushing harder and harder on efficiency and productivity.""
"UNCERTAINTY IN THE JOB MARKET The past year has seen some new career trends emerge that reflect the uncertainty many workers are feeling lately-including so-called "job hugging," or employees who sit tight in their roles, and "Shrekking," when some workers opt to take jobs that are "beneath" their qualifications. In 2025, U.S. employers added only 584,000 new jobs, down from two million in 2024, making it the worst year for job growth since 2020 when the COVID pandemic rocked the economy."
Crew Carwash topped Glassdoor's 2026 best places to work list, with In‑N‑Out Burger placing second. Tech and AI companies comprised nearly one-quarter of the top 100, with Nvidia ranking third, though industry representation has eased. Tech employers have trimmed perks and increased emphasis on efficiency and productivity, altering workplace appeal. ServiceNow and EPAM Systems joined Nvidia on an inaugural list of top tech and AI employers, noted for scaling rapidly while retaining a human element. Worker uncertainty spawned trends like "job hugging" and "Shrekking," and 2025 saw only 584,000 new U.S. jobs, the weakest growth since 2020.
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