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8: Navigating Culture in a Scaling Startup with TaxBit’s VP Brand & Global Communications, Michelle O’Connor
May 16, 2023
Michelle O'Connor, TaxBit's VP Brand & Global Communications, discusses maintaining culture in a scaling startup, the impact of the startup environment on employees, and the importance of hiring the right fit for the company's culture.
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- Hiring the right people who are a good culture fit and align with the fast-paced, chaotic environment of a startup is crucial for success.
- Effective communication, clear and concise messaging, and prioritizing time as a leader are essential for maintaining quality while moving at a high velocity in a scaling startup.
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Navigating Culture as a Company Scales
In this podcast episode, Michelle O'Connor, VP of Brand and Global Communications at TaxBit, shares insights about guiding culture at scaling startups. Michelle discusses the importance of hiring the right people who are a good culture fit and align with the fast-paced, chaotic environment of a startup. She emphasizes the need to interview candidates based on their fit with the team and leader they will be working with. Michelle also highlights the challenges of maintaining quality while moving at a high velocity and stresses the significance of effective communication across departments. Lastly, she offers advice for leaders, such as seeking support from a trusted network and finding a company and leader who believe in and empower you.
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