WEVO Conversion

Pros

I have worked at various small companies, and WEVO is very different. Every small company has things to learn and change, but WEVO is the first company I've been at that approaches them head on and takes in feedback, both within departments and at a company-wide level. I have a manager that never gate-keeps (I don't always have to go through him or get his approval) and is focused on my growth and happiness. Life happens, and he truly believe life and family come first, which many people simply say. I've had micromanaging bosses, toxically positive bosses, critical bosses, etc. and I assumed that was typical, but my manager does not fall into those categories. As someone who was promoted to a leadership role within the engineering team, I am empowered to take on responsibilities and manage my direct reports, but 100% have the company's support and assistance any time I need it. Now, let's get to the real difference with WEVO: I'm an engineering leader who identifies as an LGBTQ+ woman and I have never, not once, felt that come into play. Within the engineering team, within the leadership team, and within the company, there is a spirit of mutual respect and trust that I can't quite put into words, and diversity (especially diversity of thought) are valued above much else. It's an incredible feeling to know that you have the opportunity to learn and make mistakes without being judged. At WEVO, we are always growing and bringing everyone along for the ride. When I have a question, I never feel dumb or like I've disappointed, a feeling I've often had at other companies. Instead, I feel that my colleagues are interested in investing in my success. Lastly, the company is growing responsibly. So many small companies hire aggressively and the growing pains (and expenses) cause huge problems. WEVO knows we have an incredible path ahead, and we are going at the right pace to get there!