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Datalogix data (now part of Oracle Data Cloud) is what powers the creation of Facebook advertising segments. So I don't think its that inaccurate.

Since when is the whole US tech scene the same as Silicon Valley. All the statistics they showed were Canadians moving to the US in general for tech jobs. I am sure they are not all moving to Silicon Valley. Based on their own statistics seems like they should be going to Austin.

Well from my personal experience at startups quite a few of them do give bonuses. Its a way for them to have control over whether you get part of your compensation. Often based on performance (for the reputable ones) but sometimes just based on whether they feel like paying it!

At the end of the day its up to the employees to realize what they are getting into.

Typically for a tech employee when it comes to compensation the equation is salary + bonus + RSU/options. Its important when considering a position to think through each piece.

In regards to the bonus how does it get determined what the amount is, is it known upfront, does it typically get paid out at 100%, over 100%? What is the percentage amount for the last x years?

For the RSUs/Options if its an established company how stable is it, if its a startup then how likely is the success of the company (in my case if its a startup then I personally don't depend on this part of compensation).

Seems to me like a smart way to get their feet wet in the industry before autonomous cars become available. Since the first few generations will likely cost in multi-100,000 dollar range, the car-sharing model makes a ton of sense.

Certainly, and in some of the places I have worked with a good manager, they were not necessarily considered "higher up". These companies had separate technical vs manager tracks in some form or another. So the notion of "higher up" depended on the track you are on.

Personally I have found that a great manager is worth their weight in gold. Breaking down barriers, navigating red tape and bureaucracy so the team doesn't have to, helping keep the team happy. And most importantly being and advocate for the team to the larger organization. I feel that advocacy role is often overlooked. A great manager will make sure the powers that be know who is doing great work, what the team is up to and ensure they get the credit they deserve.

> "No willingness to train people to spec"

Absolutely 100% this. There has been an unsettling trend for employers not wanting to invest in their employees. This includes training as well as compensation. Now employers in general expect colleges / university to adapt their degrees into job preparation programs and do all the training for them.

In some ways I can understand that employers are much more reluctant to spend money on developing employees as programs such as pensions that used to create a long term relationship between the employee and employer no longer tend to exist.

An interview at NPR with Theodore Postol where he discusses this topic:

http://www.npr.org/2014/07/09/330183774/the-rockets-from-ham...

I guess the Iron Dome missiles have to intercept the rockets head on to have any chance.

Nice contribution.

Sure, http://www.thedailybeast.com/articles/2013/06/25/greenwald-s...

"When I was in Hong Kong, I spoke to my partner in Rio via Skype and told him I would send an electronic encrypted copy of the documents,” Greenwald said. “I did not end up doing it. Two days later his laptop was stolen from our house and nothing else was taken. Nothing like that has happened before. I am not saying it’s connected to this, but obviously the possibility exists.”

I am not sure why everyone thinks this has anything to do with bullying and intimidation. Greenwald implicated his partner by saying he had considered sending STOLEN documents to him in a previous interview. Of course British authorities would detain someone who might have stolen property with national security implications.