So here we are, 2015 and I am not working in Parliament. I really never thought I would leave but hey this opportunity came along and I couldn't refuse. Why? I hear you asking. I had a nice job, nice salary, nice pension to look forward to, it was secure but it was just that it was nice. Parliament for me was the people not the job the people were exceptionally talented and want the best for everyone. Now, don't get me wrong I like nice, but I have always wanted Awesome. I have always wanted off the hook. I have always wanted somewhere where I can be me and fly - this is what I want. And guess what - THIS IS WHAT I HAVE GOT!
When I say to people, Hey I work for Pluralsight, I get different results depending on who I am talking to.
- Non Tech friends - Who? Are they an opticians?
- Dev friends - COOOOOOOOOOOOOOL can we get a freebie?
- Other Dev friends - That is so awesome, I have a subscription
The next question is What do you do? And I say I am an Enterprise Learning Architect and my role is to create awesome learning experiences.
So, enough about me, lets look at the company I have joined. Well I say company. it's more of a family. I cant remember the last time someone asked if I needed anything to do my job actually meant it from the bottom of their hearts. No-one has an agenda, egos are left at the door, everyone is there to do a job and they are trusted to do it.
So, going back to my first question - or the question that is on many peoples lips - Who are Pluralsight. Well, why don't we hear it from the people themselves. But before you listen to the video - remember - we are a young company with big ideas and we are going to do it without stepping on people along the way.
Our Purpose:
To democratise professional learning for all. To improve peoples lives everyday by giving them access to high quality, affordable education that they can consume anytime, anywhere.
We are three things:
- Truth Seekers
- Entrepreneurs
- Eternal Optimists
I am a truth seeker. I study things, question things, do what's right and always focus on continuous improvement. I am not afraid to experiment, come up with ideas and have discussions. And I welcome the healthy conflict, this helps me improve and learn.
I am an entrepreneur. I take ownership and embrace autonomy. I am not afraid to be who I am and I do not rely on others to fill my workload. I value learning and am not afraid to fail fast and learn from it.
I am an eternal optimist. This means bringing positive energy into everything I say and do, to lift others up when they are down, to find joy in my work. And as everyone who knows me, this is so me.
All three things I live and breath every single day - even before I joined Pluralsight I was this!
We have two rules:
- Be respectful, considerate and kind, even when you disagree
- Always act in Pluralsight's best interest
What is interesting is that these two rules apply to all scenarios within Pluralsight. Don't be a Jerk, do what is best.
We don't track time off which means you don't clock in and out each day you just apply the two rules. Of course you co-ordinate with your colleagues and customers so just do what is right. We are encouraged to take time off, it is a way of recharging the batteries so that we come back refreshed. Here is a small video from our CEO Aaron Skonnard explaining it.
So my first days have been amazing. I have never worked from home before, oh did I forget to mention that - I work from home! I have converted a spare room into an office and I have a proper set up. I practice the Stand-Up working philosophy which means standing up most of the day to do my work. I have never felt so good and I have lost nearly 28lbs so far.
So, do you want to know what we as employees think about working at Pluralsight. Check out this next video.
Here are some pictures of our office in Utah - note the sweetie wall.
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Until the next post.
