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Re: Ask HN: Team for Hire?

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Post by fecak »

Klarbichu wrote: post #10

You'll find success faster if you split up and join the talent pool sooner rather than later. If you're trying to get hired as a team, that sounds new, so employers might not have heard of such a thing. It's the first time I've heard of something so preposterous. Maybe if it was a progressive state like Colorado, I could understand, but Tennessee? I can't stand the hot, humid summers myself. Then you have chiggers an…

Getting hired as an individual is obviously easier than getting hired as a team, but they may have a bit more leverage as a team because it can solve many problems for a company very quickly and they have some demonstrated experience working together. The risk of a team dynamic and "fit" is reduced dramatically.

Getting hired as a team is hardly new. Acquihire is incredibly common, and this is essentially the same thing.

Re: Ask HN: Team for Hire?

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Post by rullopat »

eganist wrote: post #4
rfc wrote: post #3

I spent a few minutes searching but couldn't find the link. IIRC, Airbnb was testing out hiring full teams. It was a pilot program and I'm not sure if it's still going on. If you know anyone there, I'd reach out to ask.

Are you sure it wasn't Stripe? https://stripe.com/blog/bring-your-own-team @wilwade, check the link. This might be your best shot aside from somebody reading this thread and offering directly.

It says "Any group of 2 to 5 people can apply as a team to Stripe". Maybe if they split...

Re: Ask HN: Team for Hire?

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Post by wilwade »

eganist wrote: post #2

http://nooga.com/174179/opentable-to-leave-chattanooga/ Interesting. I know there are Very good reasons for not relocating to either Los Angeles or San Francisco, but what were the specific reasons (aside from family/homes, if any) you and the team had for opting not to relocate? Further to this: 2) Were team members offered raises as part of a relocation package? 3) Were team members offered the opportunity to work…

1) Outside of family and homes, the cost of living is just crazy. Especially with a family. Also the area is more family friendly than SF (since I was there last). Commute is short and easy. Plus trees (different than SF). 2) Yes 3) No 4) As always comments are my own and may not reflect the opinions of my employer. (They have been quite kind in offering time and space to assist in job transition.) 5) These differ around the team, but shouldn't be an issue.

Will look into Stripe!

Re: Ask HN: Team for Hire?

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Post by gregkerzhner »

austinlyons wrote: post #8
stray wrote: post #7

Earlier quoted context omitted.

I can't speak for OP, but Chattanooga is a pretty awesome place to be. I left Chattanooga for Boulder and it was the second stupidest thing I've ever done. Ok, maybe third.

Curious: From your perspective, what are some reasons you prefer Chattanooga over Boulder?

The appeal of both places is that they have a wealth of outdoor activities really close by (especially rock climbing). This is subjective, but I think the rock climbing is better in Chattanooga. Also, people are friendlier and more down to earth in Chatty, its that southern hospitality after all. The Boulderites have a reputation for being snobs and yuppies. Also the cost of living is way cheaper in Chattanooga.

Re: Ask HN: Team for Hire?

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Post by hn94805 »

eganist wrote: post #2

http://nooga.com/174179/opentable-to-leave-chattanooga/ Interesting. I know there are Very good reasons for not relocating to either Los Angeles or San Francisco, but what were the specific reasons (aside from family/homes, if any) you and the team had for opting not to relocate? Further to this: 2) Were team members offered raises as part of a relocation package? 3) Were team members offered the opportunity to work…

Quality of life.

OT is offering good raises, so it's not really a money issue. For most of us, if we wanted to be in SF we'd already be in SF. Chattanooga is just a great place to live.

Re: Ask HN: Team for Hire?

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Post by hn94805 »

Klarbichu wrote: post #10

You'll find success faster if you split up and join the talent pool sooner rather than later. If you're trying to get hired as a team, that sounds new, so employers might not have heard of such a thing. It's the first time I've heard of something so preposterous. Maybe if it was a progressive state like Colorado, I could understand, but Tennessee? I can't stand the hot, humid summers myself. Then you have chiggers an…

It's true it'd probably be easier individually. On the other hand, there have already been offers on the team. And none of us are really worried about not being able to find a job. We just work well as a team and like the idea of sticking together.

As to Colorado vs Tennessee: Maybe it's not for you. I personally prefer our city as a well kept secret.

Re: Ask HN: Team for Hire?

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Post by AznHisoka »

gregkerzhner wrote: post #14
austinlyons wrote: post #8

Earlier quoted context omitted.

Curious: From your perspective, what are some reasons you prefer Chattanooga over Boulder?

The appeal of both places is that they have a wealth of outdoor activities really close by (especially rock climbing). This is subjective, but I think the rock climbing is better in Chattanooga. Also, people are friendlier and more down to earth in Chatty, its that southern hospitality after all. The Boulderites have a reputation for being snobs and yuppies. Also the cost of living is way cheaper in Chattanooga.

What's the difference between a yuppie, a hipster and a millenial? I get these buzzwords confused.
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