SAWOO

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Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback. At SAWOO, transparency and accountability are the cornerstones of our culture, and we value the opportunity to address your concerns directly. We operate as a high-performance, fast-paced environment where results matter, and we are upfront about our expectations from the start. Let’s address your points specifically.

1. Communication
We believe in clear, regular communication through weekly updates, all-hands meetings, and structured goal-setting sessions. We share successes and analyze failures because this transparency drives our forward momentum. While we don’t celebrate every small win, we remain focused on achieving major milestones. This is who we are, and it’s outlined in our public culture deck, which we encourage all team members to review and engage with fully.

2. Work-Life Balance & Health
Our culture provides flexibility through remote work and pre-set vacation days. At SAWOO, we value the health and well-being of our employees, and we contribute significantly to this through EGYM Wellpass, offering access to a wide range of fitness and wellness options. Balanced with these benefits is the responsibility that comes with working in a high-growth startup. There are moments when the intensity ramps up, especially during key events or workations. These periods are not the norm but are part of our journey toward building something exceptional. We set these expectations early, and our team members understand that stepping up when it counts is a crucial aspect of our work ethic.

3. Leadership and Trust
We lead with trust, setting clear goals and empowering our teams to achieve them. Oversight becomes necessary only when performance falls short, not as a measure of control but to ensure we uphold our commitments. We value differing opinions and encourage feedback, but our culture is clearly defined and non-negotiable, providing a stable foundation for how we operate and succeed.

4. Feedback and Accountability
Feedback at SAWOO is designed to drive improvement, not just to provide comfort. We approach it with the intent to elevate performance across the board. Mistakes are addressed quickly and constructively, fostering a culture of accountability that we believe is essential for success. Our goal is always to own our roles, learn, and continuously improve, creating an environment where feedback is a tool for growth.

5. Compensation and Benefits
Our compensation packages are transparent and competitive within the startup environment, reflecting our commitment to fair and market-aligned practices. We provide annual inflation adjustments and overtime compensation for regular employees, while senior roles come with added responsibilities that are accounted for in their overall compensation. We focus on rewarding those who take initiative, execute effectively, and make a significant impact.

6. Career Growth and Recognition
Career growth at SAWOO is based on merit, initiative, and the ability to drive change. The assertion that only “yes” people are promoted is not reflective of our reality. In the past 18 months, our Head of Content advanced from a copywriter role to managing a team and an external agency, demonstrating leadership by challenging the status quo and delivering results. Another team member stepped into a leadership role after consistently pushing boundaries and offering new perspectives. We value those who speak up, challenge, and take action.

7. Firing After Probation
The probation period is a mutual opportunity to assess fit and performance, especially in leadership roles. In this case, after the 6-month probation period and an additional two months, it was evident that the alignment with our expectations and standards wasn’t fully there. We offered the individual two respectful options: to stay on for three more months focusing on handing over responsibilities, or to take a two-month exit package with a one-week handover. The individual chose the latter, and we ensured a smooth transition. It’s clear that this decision was mutually beneficial, as the individual quickly found a new role that better suited their direction, further underscoring that the decision was the right one for both sides.

8. Image vs. Reality
We are exactly who we say we are, and our public culture deck is a testament to our commitment to full transparency. Our focus on intensity, ambition, and execution isn’t just a set of values—it’s how we operate every day. We are not here to create comfort zones; we are here to achieve excellence together, with a shared understanding of what it takes to win.

Final Thoughts
SAWOO is built on high expectations, execution, and a relentless pursuit of results. We recognize that we are not perfect, and when improvements are needed, we act swiftly. Our updated onboarding and performance review processes reflect our commitment to setting clear expectations and providing structured feedback, ensuring that every team member has the opportunity to succeed. We value all feedback as it helps us sharpen our approach, and while our core values remain steadfast, we are always evolving to build something extraordinary.

For those who thrive in a high-performance environment and align with our culture, we invite you to explore our open positions and learn more about who we are through our culture deck, available at SAWOO Careers - https://www.sawoo.io/career . We’re always looking for talented individuals who share our commitment to excellence and want to be part of something great.