7y
Definitely lots of issues with growth. We are experimenting and trying new things all the time. We don't fail for long before we change direction and try something new. We've grown from 0 to $20M in 8 years, and will double than that by year 10. As our CEO, this is my first company, and I am learning on the job... not ashamed at all to admit that. This kind of environment works for some people... not for others. You gotta know what you are signing up for.
I understand and respect the inclusiveness comment, but if you come work with us, understand that you are working for a super strong-willed CEO with a clear vision for how to move forward. I'll admit, I don't always care how you did things at your last job because I'm not trying to build your last company. If you can handle having a voice, but can roll with it when I don't take your advice, I'm not awful to work for. I do listen, and if you have thought about things as much as I have, and have taken all the necessary factors into consideration, you will be heard.
Finally... building talent is a goal, and over the past year we have introduced comp plans and skills development planning to help people progress. Historically, our delivery models have shifted faster than some of our alumni could keep up. We didn't have the infrastructure to bring people along and some got lost. As a company, we have an explicit buy/build strategy. We will continue to seek out the best possible people we can afford and we will continue to invest in the people that are already here.
That said, not everyone will make it. We've lost a lot of people I care about, but it was good for them and good for us. - Mike (CEO)