For our first highlight from our new Employee Series, Juliana Freitas, our Senior Lead of Marketing and Growth walks us through why she leaped from big tech to startup life at Saltbox!
🚀 Taking the Leap: From Big Tech to Startup Life
After years of honing my skills at a large tech company, I made the decision to venture into the startup world at Saltbox. It was a move fueled by a desire for growth, challenge, and a different kind of fulfillment in my career.
Today, I'll share why I made this transition and how it has become a cornerstone for my personal and professional development.
🔍 Broadening My Scope: In big tech, I was fortunate to work with some of the brightest minds on projects that reached huge audiences and millions of users. However, my role was often very specialized. Transitioning to a startup, I found myself wearing multiple hats. This shift challenged me to broaden my scope of responsibilities and deepened my understanding of the business from the ground up. Every day is a new learning opportunity, pushing me to grow beyond what I thought was possible.
🌱 Learning and Leading in a Safe Environment: Startups, with their inherent risks and uncertainties, also foster a unique environment for learning and leadership. At Saltbox, I've been able to lead projects, make quick decisions, and see the direct impact of my work. The close-knit team means that support is always there, creating a safe space to try, fail, and learn. This hands-on experience has been invaluable in accelerating my growth and confidence as a young professional.
🚀 Embracing New Challenges: The startup world is dynamic and fast-paced, and every day brings new challenges. While this can be daunting, it has also been incredibly rewarding. I've learned to adapt quickly, think on my feet, and embrace change as part of the journey.
👥 Building with a Small, Mighty Team: Perhaps most importantly, working at a startup has given me the sense of building something meaningful together with a passionate team. The camaraderie and collective drive to succeed have been unlike anything I've experienced before.
While the decision to leave the comfort and security of a large tech company was not easy, it has been one of the most rewarding decisions of my career. To anyone considering a similar move, I say: embrace the uncertainty, cherish the learning opportunities, and enjoy the ride. The growth you'll experience is beyond compare.
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