The Energage survey is used to determine the Top 100 winners, but we go a step further. The companies can earn bragging rights for beating companies of all sizes in broad categories such as training and work/life balance.
Here are the companies that won special awards and the statement or statements each one scored highest on:
Best direction
Survey statement: I believe this company is going in the right direction.
Best managers
Survey statements: My manager helps me learn and grow.
My manager makes it easier to do my job well.
My manager cares about my concerns.
Best values
Survey statement: This company operates by strong values.
Best execution
Survey statement: At this company, we do things efficiently and well.
Most clued-in senior management
Survey statement: Senior managers understand what is really happening at this company.
Best training
Survey statement: I get the formal training I want for my career.
Best benefits
Survey statement: My benefits package is good compared to others in this industry.
Best at encouraging new ideas
Survey statement: New ideas are encouraged at this company.
Best at making work meaningful
Survey statement: My job makes me feel like I am part of something meaningful.
Best communication
Survey statement: I feel well-informed about important decisions at this company.
Best at showing appreciation
Survey statement: I feel genuinely appreciated at this company.
Best work/life flexibility
Survey statement: I have the flexibility I need to balance my work and personal life.
Top company leaders
Survey statement: I have confidence in the leader of this company.
Large company leader: Drew Watkins, Prosper Independent School District
Midsize company leader: Frost Prioleau, Simpli.fi
Small company co-leaders: Karl Kerr and David Danielson, K2 Construction
