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probably time for the federal gov't to step in and grab control of the data waves before free enterprise gets too far. Must protect certain frequencies for national defense... I can see it now - data radios with lots of dials... someone better patent this before CMGI does...
let's see... a group of lawyers backed by a chitload of venture capital with unlimited billable hours ahead of them as they chase down all their nice little infringements...
In addition, anyone who has thought about patenting their internet idea but didn't because they couldn't bear the thought of paying a lawyer $10k to patent such an obvious application better get their checkbook out.
Shakespeare was right.
a couple of things to think about:
1. you mentioned the executive team is a joke... in most small startups, communications from every employee are critical. Bad decisions should be pointed out immediately. If senior mgmt can't handle the bad news, then you are right to leave but at least tell them what you think is being done wrong. You'll feel better for trying even if you do leave.
2. if you leave, the company will most likely go under... if that's the case, then you are a critical employee and senior mgmt should recognize that. If they don't want to listen to you, then there's a gap between your perceived value and how they are valuing you. Again - go talk to them and see if they listen.
3. there should be no secrets regarding financing of a startup. You have all risked your careers on this venture and everyone should know exactly what's up on the financial scene. You should all know just exactly how much longer the company has if it can't raise any more money. Ask your senior mgmt team to have a frank discussion about the finances with all employees, and when a decision will be made to shut the doors. If they won't tell you, then help them understand how not knowing will secure the company's fate because of the impact it is having on morale and that key employees are dusting off their resumes as you speak. (that should wake them up!)
4. if you feel this way about the future of the company, then senior mgmt must see this too. When times are tough, senior mgmt is looking for the people that will step up to the plate and help solve the problem(s). For those that do, there should be more in it for them. Perhaps this a a chance to take a greater leadership role in your company and a bigger piece of the pie from a salary/ownership perspective.
5. If you're not willing to roll up your sleeves and get active in making the company successful, then it's time to leave and find a company where you are willing.
can't we just go to B&N to buy books? I've been approached by a recruiter the last two times I was in the computer section - worse than the subway...
The initial question used the word "telecommute" in the question. Not many ways to find gigs that allow you to stay put but there is a relatively obscure website that actually posts detailed specifications for projects that programmers can do. The company (forinstance.com) does all the scope mgmt and testing so developers can work from anywhere. Hmmm... might work.
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probably time for the federal gov't to step in and grab control of the data waves before free enterprise gets too far. Must protect certain frequencies for national defense... I can see it now - data radios with lots of dials... someone better patent this before CMGI does...
let's see... a group of lawyers backed by a chitload of venture capital with unlimited billable hours ahead of them as they chase down all their nice little infringements... In addition, anyone who has thought about patenting their internet idea but didn't because they couldn't bear the thought of paying a lawyer $10k to patent such an obvious application better get their checkbook out. Shakespeare was right.
a couple of things to think about: 1. you mentioned the executive team is a joke... in most small startups, communications from every employee are critical. Bad decisions should be pointed out immediately. If senior mgmt can't handle the bad news, then you are right to leave but at least tell them what you think is being done wrong. You'll feel better for trying even if you do leave. 2. if you leave, the company will most likely go under... if that's the case, then you are a critical employee and senior mgmt should recognize that. If they don't want to listen to you, then there's a gap between your perceived value and how they are valuing you. Again - go talk to them and see if they listen. 3. there should be no secrets regarding financing of a startup. You have all risked your careers on this venture and everyone should know exactly what's up on the financial scene. You should all know just exactly how much longer the company has if it can't raise any more money. Ask your senior mgmt team to have a frank discussion about the finances with all employees, and when a decision will be made to shut the doors. If they won't tell you, then help them understand how not knowing will secure the company's fate because of the impact it is having on morale and that key employees are dusting off their resumes as you speak. (that should wake them up!) 4. if you feel this way about the future of the company, then senior mgmt must see this too. When times are tough, senior mgmt is looking for the people that will step up to the plate and help solve the problem(s). For those that do, there should be more in it for them. Perhaps this a a chance to take a greater leadership role in your company and a bigger piece of the pie from a salary/ownership perspective. 5. If you're not willing to roll up your sleeves and get active in making the company successful, then it's time to leave and find a company where you are willing.
can't we just go to B&N to buy books? I've been approached by a recruiter the last two times I was in the computer section - worse than the subway... The initial question used the word "telecommute" in the question. Not many ways to find gigs that allow you to stay put but there is a relatively obscure website that actually posts detailed specifications for projects that programmers can do. The company (forinstance.com) does all the scope mgmt and testing so developers can work from anywhere. Hmmm... might work.