In the US, it's not unusual to work 60 hours a week.
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Exposing a company's red flags can be as simple as sniffing for lunch and watching for toilet paper
In Fast Company, Piyush Patel says finding a company with a good work culture isn't just about asking the perfect interview questions and scoping out snacks.
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So you probably want to make sure you like the place you're spending most of your time.
That's where the concept of "cultural fit" comes in. Just as much as hiring managers are trying to make sure you're able to function well in the position, you want to make sure you don't end up with a new job you can't stand by the end of week one.
But you can't exactly ask "Is everyone overworked? Is my manager a drill ?" in an interview. That's why some subtle snooping can be smart.
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In Fast Company, Jared Lindzon that finding a company with an agreeable work culture isn't just about asking the perfect interview questions and scoping out the snack offerings.
Part of it is sniffing around for lunch smells and taking stock of the bathroom.
Really: If you smell food in the primary workspaces, it could mean it's a place where people eat at their desks, explained Patel, the author of "Lead Your Tribe, Love Your Work: An Entrepreneur's Guide to Creating a Culture That Matters."
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