It’s Giving STOCKHOLM Syndrome… Blink twice if you’re still pretending that chaos is a growth opportunity.
Pros
- Brilliant, mission-driven colleagues who genuinely care - Big opportunities to lead and solve real problems—if you’re willing to take on more than your fair share - Autonomy in some roles and a chance to build from the ground up - Fast-paced environment that will test you, stretch you, and age your experience in dog years. I left with sharper instincts, thicker skin, and the kind of leadership muscle you only build when you’re thrown into the deep end—repeatedly.
Cons
-The dysfunction becomes so normalized, you start defending it. You find yourself justifying chaos, overextending to “prove your value,” and calling it loyalty—when really, it’s survival mode dressed up as engagement. - Specifically in HR— Trust is granted based on perceived seniority, not actual performance—external experience is often overvalued compared to internal results. Majority of functional coe’s have left under latest CHRO. - Executive leadership changes constantly; HR alone had four CHROs in one year, creating whiplash and confusion around priorities - Strategy often shifts mid-flight, leaving projects unsupported and teams exhausted - Recognition and accountability are inconsistent—being effective doesn’t always mean being supported - Leadership avoids hard conversations, allowing dysfunction to fester
