Pros
Loved my time at 51 Labs. Really recommend working here for anyone who: ...is looking to pivot into marketing--51L will pay competitively w/ little experience and train on the job ...is looking for insane exposure/access to private equity powerhouses--you'll be working directly with MDs and Partners ...wants to use a marketing skillset to pivot into BD Other pros: - promote and reward quickly - great crash course on private equity, venture capital, etc. - calendar flexibility, gym reimbursement - opportunity to not only do your job but materially grow and impact the business - a knack for hiring amazing people. made exceptional friends!
Cons
This organization moves FAST and you need to be ready. If you can handle this, it's not a con! Just be flexible for last minute shoots, responsibility shifting, project swaps, etc. Being a "builder" isn't just a plus at 51L, it's a must. Oftentimes you will be faced with writing your own process, learning by doing, etc. If you love innovating like this, not a con! Folks who can take an idea with little direction and see it to fully-realized-completion will do well here. Folks who can't may struggle.