Pros
Let me first start by saying that this is not my first job–I have worked for large-scale companies in the fashion, music and entertainment industries, and with that experience behind me, I can say without hesitation that Homepolish is a truly special place. We are not heavily hierarchical, there is no red tape, you do not feel like you are a cog in a machine. At Homepolish, you are given ownership of your role and always have a clear understanding of how what you are working on contributes back to a larger company goal. You feel empowered to contribute, encouraged to be a linchpin, set up for success, and above all you feel like you are making a difference for your team, the company, and the interior design industry. The bonus is that you also happen to do this alongside some insanely talented, fun, hard-working people who not only get in the trenches with you but also feel like your best friends and your family.
At Homepolish, you are nurtured both professionally AND personally. I experienced a family tragedy during my time here, and I was given nothing but the most empathetic, kind and generous support. Moreover, I've never taken a vacation and was made to feel guilty about it–in fact, taking time off is encouraged so you don't burn out (which is easy to do at a start up). Finally, we take maternity leave seriously, so we have a great policy set up for that so as a woman, you can have a family AND feel supported in your career.
Cons
We have a group of remote employees who are invaluable, and I wish they could just be with us in NY!