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I'd hardly call some of those companies start-ups. Take Blinkbox for example, that's backed by a FTSE 100. On a more serious note, what do other devs feel abou

by TeamMCS 12y ago

I'd hardly call some of those companies start-ups. Take Blinkbox for example, that's backed by a FTSE 100. On a more serious note, what do other devs feel about working at startups themselves (freelance + perm)? The only I nearly got involved in was folded within 6 months. I'd have potentially been in a very bad situation as a result had I gone through with it. [edit] I'd do piece meal work. Throw in hours along side my regular job but going full time without a decent golden parachute would worry me.

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davodesign 12y ago
I work with 500and4 on Zonino, and we all met working at a startup. I joined when we the total number of employees was 13 and now we are 10x that number and growing. I don't think there is any other working experience out dear that can give you that level professional and personal growth. On the other hand we have been lucky and if was a company like the one you got in touch with we would be toast. I guess that's one of the reason we liked the idea of providing an easy way to find and compare startups that are hiring for your skill set, hence the integration with crunchbase, but of course it could be better and we would love your feedback!!
500and4 12y ago
I've had a really positive experience working for a startup. I was the first engineer hired and it's been amazing to see a company grow from 4 founders to over 100 people. Naturally I'm biased because it all worked out splendidly but I'm really really glad I did it. Sure, it's a risk but I think it all boils down to weighing up the risk with how much you think the founders and the business can succeed. I think engineers are in a better position now that the London startup scene has matured as there is no stigma attached to being a part of a startup that didn't work out. I think a lot of employers value those experiences and the lessons learned!

by TeamMCS 12y ago

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davodesign 12y ago

I work with 500and4 on Zonino, and we all met working at a startup. I joined when we the total number of employees was 13 and now we are 10x that number and growing. I don't think there is any other working experience out dear that can give you that level professional and personal growth. On the other hand we have been lucky and if was a company like the one you got in touch with we would be toast. I guess that's one of the reason we liked the idea of providing an easy way to find and compare startups that are hiring for your skill set, hence the integration with crunchbase, but of course it could be better and we would love your feedback!!

500and4 12y ago

I've had a really positive experience working for a startup. I was the first engineer hired and it's been amazing to see a company grow from 4 founders to over 100 people. Naturally I'm biased because it all worked out splendidly but I'm really really glad I did it. Sure, it's a risk but I think it all boils down to weighing up the risk with how much you think the founders and the business can succeed. I think engineers are in a better position now that the London startup scene has matured as there is no stigma attached to being a part of a startup that didn't work out. I think a lot of employers value those experiences and the lessons learned!