The firm is part of a network, Gould Evans Affiliates, which serves clients worldwide from offices in Kansas City, MO, and five other cities. The Kansas City office, with 130 employees, offers traditional benefits and extensive in-house personal and professional programs. The firm, recognizing that design professionals work long hours, created an atmosphere that supports both work and employees. Work hours also are flexible within reason. Outdoor courtyards can be used for meetings or relaxation.
Children are welcome and are often in the office and a play area is available for their enjoyment.
Individuals that have good ideas are encouraged and given the tools to develop their vision. The book offers a variety of suggestions from employers of all sizes. Each entry is practical and many are reasonable in cost. Employee turnover will always occur. But the loss of valued individuals can be decreased if they believe their efforts are appreciated and that they have a long-term future with the organization.