Culture & Jobs at Guideline

2022 was a rollercoaster of a year for the startup world. There were significant layoffs, closures, and a ton of growth and funding for the lucky ones. So let’s look forward with a fresh perspective and exciting startups to watch as they continue to have a big impact on the Midwest and beyond. 

Recently laid off? Looking for a new job to start 2023 off right? Whatever brings you on this job hunting journey, we’re here to help! Yes, many companies are experiencing layoffs right now, but there are still companies that are hiring! Many companies continue to grow and are looking for people to join them. Check out 10 tech companies hiring for open sales roles.

With more layoffs happening this month from major tech companies like Stripe, Facebook, Lyft, and GoPuff, it can be easy to be down about the job market. Many startups are bracing for a winter of layoffs, but there are also the companies that have been sustainably growing (unlike the companies that rode the startup wave of 2021 and hired irresponsibly) and they will continue to hire this winter.

Where we work has become one of the most important pieces to our collective career puzzle. There are amazing companies all over the world and no longer are the days where you have to live in the city of someone’s headquarters — access to innovative and exciting startups and tech companies is boundless. And the companies that hire remotely have a leg up on attracting great talent — like you!

Despite last quarter being the slowest for VC funding since 2020, there’s still significant growth happening in the startup and tech space, especially in the Midwest.  This month already we’ve seen humongous rounds for top Midwest cybersecurity companies like NetSPI and Arctic Wolf, both based in Minneapolis and raised over $400M each. Cybersecurity funding slowdown who?

Let’s take a step back for a moment.  In 2021, we saw some really crazy growth for startups all over the country. Venture capital funding was at a record high, companies were hiring like mad, and the startup and tech industry was like a rocket ship. 2022 has been a different story. But if you take a step back and look at the last 6 months all together, it might not be what you think.

There’s no doubt a shift is happening in the hiring landscape. Many companies, big and small, have gone from rapidly hiring to cutting teams and reorganizing their labor force. But that’s not the whole story.  Despite the media’s focus on layoffs and hiring freezes, there are still many companies that are hiring. Just in the last couple of weeks, we’ve seen companies continue to hire, raise money and grow.

There’s no doubt a shift is happening in the hiring landscape. Many companies, big and small, have gone from rapidly hiring to cutting teams and reorganizing their labor force. But that’s not the whole story.  Despite the media’s focus on layoffs and hiring freezes, there are still many companies that are hiring. Just in the last couple of weeks, we’ve seen companies continue to hire, raise money and grow.

There’s no doubt a shift is happening in the hiring landscape. Many companies, big and small, have gone from rapidly hiring to cutting teams and reorganizing their labor force. But that’s not the whole story.  Despite the media’s focus on layoffs and hiring freezes, there are still many companies that are hiring. Just in the last couple of weeks, we’ve seen companies continue to hire, raise money and grow.

There’s no doubt a shift is happening in the hiring landscape. Many companies, big and small, have gone from rapidly hiring to cutting teams and reorganizing their labor force. But that’s not the whole story.  Despite the media’s focus on layoffs and hiring freezes, there are still many companies that are hiring. Just in the last couple of weeks, we’ve seen companies continue to hire, raise money and grow.

There’s no doubt a shift is happening in the hiring landscape. Many companies, big and small, have gone from rapidly hiring to cutting teams and reorganizing their labor force. But that’s not the whole story.  I want to provide a consistent place for anyone impacted by layoffs, or having difficulty landing a job during this time. A place with regular open job listings, resources to help you along the way, and ultimately some stability during this time. And as always, you can contact me directly at

Morning! 

Regardless of the current state of the job marketplace, we see employers posting new opportunities every single day. While the unfortunate layoffs are what we hear of most, there are still plenty of companies that are growing.  And they need great talent like you in order to continue that growth. There are over 160 companies hiring on the Purpose Jobs platform, but here are just a few that we especially love.

If you’re interested in great hiring tech companies, you’re not alone. And online searches for remote jobs have increased 460% in the last two years. And workers who are looking for new jobs say that the flexibility that comes with remote work is highly important to them.

The Midwest truly has some of the best tech talent in the world. Gone are the days when the middle of the country is overlooked and underrated. Companies are seeing it and they are taking action. If you’re a Midwest job seeker with a strong background and desirable skills, these companies are looking for you.

Job searching can be an exhausting journey. There. We said it. It’s because of the work and effort we know you have to put into this search, that we want to make it simple for you to see what jobs are available while getting a quick glimpse into a company. So use this 5-minute break from your daily tasks to check out these open jobs.

As inflation, rampant layoffs, and market volatility hurdle financial wellbeing to the forefront of people’s minds, there’s a startup out there trying to help people save for the long haul. 

Whether you’re actively seeking a new role, casually browsing, or anywhere in between, these jobs are too interesting to pass up. From sales to design, specialist to director level, we’ve got some of the most exciting jobs in the Midwest all right here. 

From renewable energy to cyber security, there are a ton of great companies hiring engineers to work on exciting projects. If you’re looking for a job with a purpose, a team to call home, or the ultimate work-life balance, check out these 13 engineering roles that are hiring right now. {{cta('5f6df6ea-8370-4070-9b21-e7064a12d0f8','justifycenter')}}

For an updated list, check out 2023's Best Companies for Work-Life Balance.   Work-life balance. It’s been a buzz word for the last two years as the COVID-19 pandemic blurred the lines between work and home. As we enter a new era of benefits, the pandemic has made one thing clear: a healthy work-life balance is very important. 

Women are — and have always been — making big moves in the tech industry. They're starting, joining, and investing in tech companies at record rates. Even still, women are underrepresented in the tech industry. 

Culture. Culture. Culture. We’re all talking about it, but what does it even mean?

We're virtually heading to SXSW, one of the country's biggest festivals and conferences. We're teaming up with our friends at Midwest House to host the career fair on March 15th and connect top employers and job seekers.

If you’re part of the 76% of job seekers and employees who report that a diverse workforce is an important factor when evaluating companies and job offers, you may be wondering: how do I find a diverse company?

Americans are leaving their jobs in record numbers to search for something better. So when it comes to the best places to work in 2022, what does that look like?