Pros
He’s an exceptional leader who strikes the perfect balance between strategic vision and personal mentorship. Simon takes the time to truly understand his team’s strengths and helps each person grow in their own direction. He has a rare ability to create an environment where people feel empowered, supported, and challenged in the best way. He communicates clearly, celebrates wins big and small, and handles challenges with calm confidence. Under his leadership, our team delivered some of our most impactful work and we actually had fun doing it. Simon’s integrity and positivity are contagious. You always know where you stand with him, and that trust builds a culture of openness and collaboration that’s hard to find elsewhere.
Cons
Honestly, not many. The only downside was that once you’ve worked for someone like Simon, it raises your expectations for every future manager!