Re:Ask HN: Torn between impact and lack of recognition as a ...
by j3nnif3rfu on Friday June 09, 2017 @05:15AM
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Hey, I'm so sorry to hear this...I'm working at a startup too, so I understand how the lack of clearly defined structure can sometimes lead to frustrations like this.
When I first joined my startup, I felt that way too. I felt like my voice didn't matter or was always echoed by someone else, whose exact same idea would matter more.
Like what @dmilicevic said, you have to stand up for yourself! It's a lot easier said than done, but talking to your CEO would hopefully help! If he ignores you, then perhaps it is time to move on.
With that said, don't give up on startups! There are bad bosses everywhere, unfortunately, but not all startups are like that :) you can truly establish a sense of ownership and recognition at the right startups!
When I first joined my startup, I felt that way too. I felt like my voice didn't matter or was always echoed by someone else, whose exact same idea would matter more.
Like what @dmilicevic said, you have to stand up for yourself! It's a lot easier said than done, but talking to your CEO would hopefully help! If he ignores you, then perhaps it is time to move on.
With that said, don't give up on startups! There are bad bosses everywhere, unfortunately, but not all startups are like that :) you can truly establish a sense of ownership and recognition at the right startups!