General Motors

1. GM typically hires the best of the best; you can take pride in that.
2. Positive recruiting experience, fully informed at all stages of the process.
3. Generous relocation benefits.
4. GM does a good job 'selling' the company before you join.

1. You are stuck in one team your whole time there. If you suggest that you want to explore other areas, you can get labeled as 'disloyal'.
2. Lack of trust, integrity, and honesty from management.
3. Decisions are made by ego, not by business need.
4. You can get laid off at any time for any reason.

Garner a culture of trust and respect.

Don't make false promises about job security, then turn around and lay off thousands of employees.