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It's essential that startup teams have great chemistry. If you don't appreciate their sense of humor (or vice versa), it's probably not a good fit. That's fine

by waxman 15y ago

It's essential that startup teams have great chemistry. If you don't appreciate their sense of humor (or vice versa), it's probably not a good fit. That's fine. It's better to establish these things sooner versus later in the interview process, so you're not wasting each other's time. To this end, I think it's productive when startups post job listings like this that genuinely reflect their culture and personality. It can serve as the first of several mutual filters to weed out potential candidates who wouldn't work well with the team.

redguava 15y ago
I agree with your sentiment, but I just don't see how this particular ad would make anyone say "Yes! That's the company culture for me". I guess that's what I am asking here though... does it inspire you to apply (or would it if you were looking)?
- apsurd 15y ago
  the post didn't bother me at all so I guess it's just a personal taste kinda thing. To me I like that they got straight to the point. They are basically saying "we are worth betting your time on because ..." they are growing really fast and what not. I think it's refreshing actually. Now on the the other hand I am extremely annoyed by posts that use marketing speak and overly-memetic prose. It's like they are trying really really really really hard to be hip, cool, and funny all at the same time. This post comes off as straight to the point. The yadada thing is not big deal to me because I take it like: "we will cover all that stuff later... if you are interested"
- feralmoan 15y ago
  Maybe its an 'East Coast' delivery but I appreciate the candor, particularly if its an up and coming high profile company. The only lasting sentiment is that they're in it to win it and may take the highest close out offer sooner rather than later. Not a bad deal for a Ruby Genius, really.
- kiriappeee 15y ago
  I wouldn't agree with that. They sound like a "cut and dry straightforward we are confident with what we have" company. Made me wish I knew enough Ruby to apply. So yea, it's about the person who reads this. Doesn't fall under level arrogance

by waxman 15y ago

redguava 15y ago

I agree with your sentiment, but I just don't see how this particular ad would make anyone say "Yes! That's the company culture for me". I guess that's what I am asking here though... does it inspire you to apply (or would it if you were looking)?

apsurd 15y ago
the post didn't bother me at all so I guess it's just a personal taste kinda thing. To me I like that they got straight to the point. They are basically saying "we are worth betting your time on because ..." they are growing really fast and what not. I think it's refreshing actually. Now on the the other hand I am extremely annoyed by posts that use marketing speak and overly-memetic prose. It's like they are trying really really really really hard to be hip, cool, and funny all at the same time. This post comes off as straight to the point. The yadada thing is not big deal to me because I take it like: "we will cover all that stuff later... if you are interested"
feralmoan 15y ago
Maybe its an 'East Coast' delivery but I appreciate the candor, particularly if its an up and coming high profile company. The only lasting sentiment is that they're in it to win it and may take the highest close out offer sooner rather than later. Not a bad deal for a Ruby Genius, really.
kiriappeee 15y ago
I wouldn't agree with that. They sound like a "cut and dry straightforward we are confident with what we have" company. Made me wish I knew enough Ruby to apply. So yea, it's about the person who reads this. Doesn't fall under level arrogance