Then examine one's own interests, aptitudes and attitudes about work. Among other considerations, note the stress level in startups. According to the Edward Lowe Foundation, entrepreneurial firms are fertile ground for workplace violence from employees and customers. It warns that when a business fails to meet startup expectations, the prospect of downsizing, not to mention its implementation, heightens stress. Conversely, when a startup blossoms, heavier workloads and higher customer expectations are stressors.
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Flexible hours, no dress codes, flexible work locations, free food, game rooms, exercise facilities and nap rooms are as common as desks at companies that put a premium on keeping cyber talent. It may be in a hot startup. If not, bloom where you're planted. Diane Stafford's workplace column appears on Thursdays.