Pros
-Some team members were supportive and collaborative
-Exposure to a fast paced startup environment
Cons
-Lack of transparency from leadership regarding company performance and stability
-Employees were misled about role security despite clear internal indicators of challenges within the business
-Sudden and poorly communicated terminations, with no prior warning or preparation
-Employees were expected to continue working as normal, only to be informed of termination
-Communication from senior leadership was unclear and indirect, which added unnecessary stress during an already difficult situation
-Limited empathy shown during exit conversations, making the experience feel impersonal and transactional
-Decisions were attributed to external factors (e.g. board, AI strategy), with limited accountability taken by leadership
-A highly monitored environment, including visible tracking of performance metrics, which can create pressure rather than empowerment
-Use of monitoring tools (including screen activity tracking) which may feel excessive and impact trust and autonomy
-Limited flexibility in working style, which may not suit individuals who perform best in trust based environments
-Changes to compensation and incentive structures were introduced without sufficient transparency, which impacted trust and morale
-No meaningful transition support offered beyond generic statements such as providing a reference
