Pros
-Very exciting to be at a rocket-ship startup like Airbnb. This is the epicenter of the "tech" universe. This place has got it all over Silicon Valley, the show. The beards are luscious and everyone get everything delivered....even cookies!!
-Many very smart people work here. Lots of A players.
The new "adults" on the exec team are fantastic additions and are making progress.
-Amenities are unparalleled. Workspaces are beautifully designed, the food team is really fantastic especially if you are interested in the origin and quality of your food. Really top notch.
-Great events, some good internal education opportunities.
-Great tech provided for every employee. Support team is fantastic.
-If you are entrepreneurial and have the right boss you can accomplish big things.
-Some great benefits, lyft for work,travel coupons etc....
Cons
These arent so much "cons" as things to be aware of.
1. The emperor has no clothes. Everyone seems afraid to tell Brian Chesky that nobody and I mean nobody thinks the upcoming product is a good idea.
2. So much Kool-Aid I mean its organic and locally sourced but you better be ready to drink from the fire-hose. If you can go full Stockholm syndrome you will enjoy the "culture".
3. Core-values are mostly phony-baloney and a way to sort out the cool kids from the rest. The company misses out on serious talent due to people being eliminated in core values interviews (google it).
4. Work-life balance does not exist yet. people are trying but dont be fooled you will suffer for trying to maintain balance in your life esp. if you have a family or priorities outside Airbnb.
5. Emphasis on drinking at company events and off-sites is not like anything ive ever seen. If you arent a drinker you will feel left-out at events.
6. Most middle managers are inexperienced or coming fromm non-management roles.
7. Developing your skills here is tough at best.....
