CEO Does Not Have/Has Not Developed Leadership Skills Required To Keep Pace With Growth Of Company. - Anonymous employee Smile.io Employee Review

2.0
Apr 10, 2020
Anonymous employee
Recommend
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Pros

Great product. Good office environment.

Cons

Founders leadership skills severely lacking.

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Smile.io Response
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I'm always open to feedback like this, including specific areas that you think I can improve on. I'll be the first to admit that this is the first company I've founded & run, and I have a ton of things to learn ahead of me. It's something that I'm 100% committed to improving. We're also looking to bring on experienced leaders in to key areas as we grow - we're totally aligned there. Feel free to reach out to me any time, and I'd love to chat.

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