But when such unexpected situations arise, its completely normal to expect to be compensated for them.
Or so this person thought.
The first one is the fact that you might be expected to give 150% of your effort.
Uncertainty paired with passion is what gives startups their energy.
However, according to Ralf Specht, such an environment provides immense opportunities for growth as well.
What I dont like is the disorganization, they added, covering the other side of the coin.
It absolutely has become more important than ever, the OP agreed.
Im available from X time to X time and I disconnect everything after that time finishes up.
If I do work later to accommodate someone else, I start later or leave earlier the next day.
When I have weekends or other time off, I fully disconnect; I even disconnect from LinkedIn.
I also choose companies and managers that fall into the same ideals I do about work-life balance.
I recognize that especially that last part is a huge privilege, and that not everyone has that option.
But if you do, you absolutely should.
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