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Top comment on the blog post : “I hope your KPI isn't tied to effectively running the company because I'd say your performance rating is "significantly below ex
by spectramax 8y ago
Top comment on the blog post : “I hope your KPI isn't tied to effectively running the company because I'd say your performance rating is "significantly below expectations" and we both know what that means.“
Let’s see if the PR damage people delete it.
VCs should observe this kind of behavior as a serious risk to company morale and productivity. In the modern age of social activists, we really can’t have another Larry Ollisen escape through extortion of their employees. This issue needs to be exposed and put up as an example: your company’s most important asset are the people. Treat them professionally and with respect or you’re doomed to die. We are neither in a 80’s regimented business era nor this is a military organization.
There are times when social media does good - exposing deep habitual issues of extortion and exploitation. I don’t know how many other startups have this kind of toxic environment. It’s legal but shouldn’t be ok and should be met with the decline and demise of the company.
- ck425 8y agoI find Monzo to be a great counter example to this. They've a great, employee supportive culture and are very open and transparent around it. They've great PR and said culture seems to be a major part of why. Disclaimer: I invested a small amount in their last crowdfunding round
- pcmaffey 8y ago> your company’s most important asset are the people Leaders who recognize this have a significant long-term advantage. Your people basically represent the marginal value of your business.