as in bonus
something given in addition to what is ordinarily expected or owed
the salary's not great, but the perks make up for it
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Some companies charge extra for these perks, so keep an eye out.
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Simon Hill, WIRED, 2 Nov. 2024
The perk has also been popular with women—the company’s U.S. women employee population has increased 6% since introducing PinFlex.
—Alena Botros, Fortune, 1 Nov. 2024
What perks do Beauty Insider members receive during the Sephora sale?
—Kasey Caminiti, USA TODAY, 1 Nov. 2024
Rather than implementing superficial perks, organizations can develop a few high-impact initiatives that address employees' true well-being priorities, such as financial health, mental wellness, or career development opportunities.
—Julian Hayes Ii, Forbes, 26 Oct. 2024
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Simon Hill, WIRED, 2 Nov. 2024
The perk has also been popular with women—the company’s U.S. women employee population has increased 6% since introducing PinFlex.
—Alena Botros, Fortune, 1 Nov. 2024
What perks do Beauty Insider members receive during the Sephora sale?
—Kasey Caminiti, USA TODAY, 1 Nov. 2024
Rather than implementing superficial perks, organizations can develop a few high-impact initiatives that address employees' true well-being priorities, such as financial health, mental wellness, or career development opportunities.
—Julian Hayes Ii, Forbes, 26 Oct. 2024
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“Perk.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/perk. Accessed 21 Nov. 2024.
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