The great place to work institute develops the annual ranking of the fortune 100 best companies to work for. In this book, the authors explore the model of a great place to work for-one which fosters employee trust, pride in what they do, and enjoyment in the people they work with. They answer the fundamental question, "what is the business value of creating a great workplace?" and brings the definition of a great place to work alive with anecdotes, best practices, and quotes from employees working at the best workplaces in the u.s. Introduction: the value of creating great workplaces. · sas: taking care of their greatest asset. Credibility: "i believe in my leaders." · pricewaterhousecoopers llp: inspiring excellence. · google: finding the googlers in a very large haystack. Respect: "i am a valued member of this organization." · general mills: developing great managers. · sc johnson: a family company. Fairness: "everyone plays by the same rules." · scripps health: all for one and one for all. · ch2m hill: ownership as a way of life. Pride: "i contribute to something really meaningful." · wegmans food markets: proud of their contributions to communities. · w. L. Gore & associates: an innovative culture and a culture for innovation. Camaraderie: "the people here are great!" · camden property trust: building a fun community for employees and residents · microsoft: geniuses welcome. Global perspectives: great workplaces around the world. Taking action: creating your great workplace.