Part of the downvotes might be related to the fact that there's been a lot of skepticism/cynicism/backlash around Valve's allegedly flat management structure. M

Part of the downvotes might be related to the fact that there's been a lot of skepticism/cynicism/backlash around Valve's allegedly flat management structure. Multiple ex-employees have said that while there are no formal "boss" roles, the company has evolved a de facto manager class with whom one must ingratiate themselves to even have a semblance of job security, let alone materially affect the direction of the company. https://www.pcgamer.com/ex-valve-employee-describes-ruthless-industry-politics/ https://www.pcgamer.com/ex-valve-employee-describes-ruthless... https://www.wired.com/2013/07/wireduk-valve-jeri-ellsworth/ https://www.wired.com/2013/07/wireduk-valve-jeri-ellsworth/ https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=20099167 https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=20099167