A Lesson from Netflix’s HR Policies

When you picture a Silicon Valley start-up, you may think of an open office layout, foosball tables, perhaps a couch and a big screen TV in the lunch room, and an atmosphere comparable to that of a fraternity. The goal, of course, is to attract and retain top young talent by having a fun work environment. While this kind of atmosphere certainly can go a long way, it’s also completely unrealistic for some workplaces.

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