Pros
-Some team members were supportive and collaborative -Exposure to a fast paced startup environment
Cons
-Lack of transparency from leadership regarding company performance and stability -Employees were misled about role security despite clear internal indicators of challenges within the business -Sudden and poorly communicated terminations, with no prior warning or preparation -Employees were expected to continue working as normal, only to be informed of termination -Communication from senior leadership was unclear and indirect, which added unnecessary stress during an already difficult situation -Limited empathy shown during exit conversations, making the experience feel impersonal and transactional -Decisions were attributed to external factors (e.g. board, AI strategy), with limited accountability taken by leadership -A highly monitored environment, including visible tracking of performance metrics, which can create pressure rather than empowerment -Use of monitoring tools (including screen activity tracking) which may feel excessive and impact trust and autonomy -Limited flexibility in working style, which may not suit individuals who perform best in trust based environments -Changes to compensation and incentive structures were introduced without sufficient transparency, which impacted trust and morale -No meaningful transition support offered beyond generic statements such as providing a reference
