In 2012, the founder of ByteDanceZhang YimingFounded the company in Beijing. In the same year, their first product, Toutiao, was launched. In the following years, ByteDance successively launched a series of popular applications such as Douyin, TikTok, Watermelon**, Giant Engine, and Multi-flash, expanding its influence in the fields of short**, social** and advertising. In 2022, ByteDance launched a new logo and changed its name to Douyin Group, becoming the top of the global unicorn list in one fell swoop.
As an employee who has worked at ByteDance for two years, I can share the intensity and experience of my work here. First of all, compared with other companies, ByteDance still has certain advantages in terms of treatment. Although it wasn't the highest-paying option when I first joined the company, I always believed that I made the right choice. In the days of ByteDance, I have gained a lot, and I have never regretted it.
In terms of work intensity, the month before joining the company is the familiarization phase, following the understanding of the business within the group and the recent functional iterations. Contrary to my initial thoughts, the work intensity in the group was not as intense, and it was not as intense compared to most other companies in Beijing. The first thing I did when I came to the company was to work out in the free gym and then enjoy it for free in the company cafeteriaBreakfast。Then, I turn on my computer and review the previous day's work and reply to Feishu messages, when most of the people have not yet arrived at their desks. I am pleasant about this arrangement and the variety of the company canteen offersBreakfastIt allows me to start my day every day.
Around 11 o'clock, we started to have a meeting or get into work and worked until about 11:50. At this time, we have to go to the cafeteria to eat, because if you miss the hour, there will be a long queue in the canteen. From 12:30 to 14 we could take an hour break or go for a walk and chat. At 2 p.m., we started our official office. It was 6 p.m. and I would order early and pick up my food at the pick-up cabinet on the next floor. DinnerIt can be enjoyed separately in the meeting room. After work, I like to have a free drinkCoffee。Whether or not to work overtime depends on whether the work is completed on time, but it is generally not too late, and it is usually possible to leave work around 8 p.m.
In terms of benefits, everyone knows that the benefits of large companies are usually good, and ByteDance is no exception. In addition to basic social security, ByteDance also provides supplementsBusiness Insurance, which can be reimbursed on the basis of social security, covering many scenarios, such as outpatient and emergency care, inpatient medical treatment, death, disability, critical illness, etc. This is very important for our employees who sit in the office and work because long working hours can easily lead to health problems.
In terms of personal growth, I have had the opportunity to meet many wonderful colleagues and learn a lot from them how to get along in the workplace. Everyone has a mentor to guide and help newcomers develop a development plan. As long as you maintain a persistent and questioning attitude, a year is enough time for you to become a mature employee. Even if we make mistakes, there is no need to worry, we just need to reflect on our problems and avoid making mistakes again next time. As long as you are not afraid to endure hardships and work hard, you can achieve success.
Looking back on my two years at ByteDance, I have a very high opinion of this experience. Not only did I get a good treatment and benefits, but I also had the opportunity to work with a group of great people and I learned a lot from it. The intensity of the work is moderate, and there is a good work-life balance, which makes me feel very comfortable. ByteDance pays attention to the personal development of employees, and has a complete training and growth plan, so that people have a good space for growth.
If I have the opportunity, I will not hesitate to choose to join ByteDance again. I believe that in the future, ByteDance will continue to bring more innovation and opportunities, and provide a platform for employees to continue learning and growing. I am proud to be a part of ByteDance and hope to continue to develop my career in this dynamic and passionate company.