I would venture to say that our family-friendliness, stability, and benefits are on par (if not better) than other large companies.

Everyone takes whatever time off they need. There's no guilt associated - we always shun folks that check email and chat channels when they take vacation.

I personally appreciate cash directly in my pocket versus a gym, yoga rooms, and toys scattered about in the office.

I come to the office to work, not play. I don't need nor want the company buying things that don't help me get my work done effectively.

I also appreciate the sense of mobility in my career. I don't have to wait four+ years for stock options to vest. Four years is a very long time in any tech company. I also don't want my compensation tied to stock performance.