Sometimes it is hard to tell if the company you work for is the right fit, a place that has a culture you enjoy and job requirements that you can meet. Finding the perfect fit may be important to you if you wish to stay with the company for a long time or aspire to move up the corporate ladder. You want to make sure that the company you work for treats its employees with respect. Here are five things you can do to make sure you are working for the right company.

1) Prioritize – Figure out exactly what you are looking for in your job

When you are in the moment, sometimes it can be hard to step back and make a checklist of the things you would do at an ideal job. After making a mental or physical list of requirements for your job, assess whether your company meets these standards. If it does not, it may be time to try to change this by talking to supervisors and other appropriate individuals or simply look elsewhere.

2) Talk

Talk to the person who used to have your position and ask why he or she left that position. See if this person is similar to you in his or her job goals.

3) Research

Read business reviews on Opentell.com and related websites. Business reviews and surveys are one of the most candid ways for current and previous employees to review their workplaces. Many of the employees that post reviews have extensive experience with the companies they are reviewing. Additional websites such as Glassdoor.com post reviews and salary information. The Internet has a plethora of resources for job-seekers and current employees wanting to get more information about their company.

4) Network

This could mean going around your office and getting lunch with coworkers to discuss their opinions about the company. (It is probably not a good idea to speak negatively about the company when in the office, however.) The social media site LinkedIn can help you find more company employees. You can send them messages online asking them about the company.

5) Follow your heart

You will probably have to enjoy their jobs to be happy in other aspects of life, especially if you are going to do the same job for a long time. If the job is making you unhappy for extended periods, it is probably time to start the job hunt again.