Pros
Opportunity to gain exposure to and learn about all parts of the operation Exciting challenges Creative environment More direct impact on company’s bottom line More responsibility Greater visibility and potentially greater recognition Skill-building opportunities Big risks, big rewards Opportunity to learn directly from the CEO Ability to work independently Chance to be entrepreneurial Opportunity to be in on the “ground floor” of a company
Cons
Joining a start-up is very different from joining an established company. The main difference is the lack of structure in a start-up, which has an impact on work hours, processes, and working relationships. There are less rules, but that means there is more room for creative and entrepreneurial spirits to express themselves