Pros
Accelerated Learning & Career Growth, Global, Remote, Challenging, Transparent & Quantifiable Impact of Contributions.
I joined Crossover in May 2018 as an individual contributor because I thought "this job will be easy" - I was looking for something simple and remote to do and earn a few dollars while I cared for my USMC combat infantry veteran and teenage daughter. Boy was I wrong! And it's the best "mistake" I've made in my career.
I've often heard my colleagues describe our company as a place where "overachievers go to feel average" and with a year and a half in the rear-view, I agree completely. I've always been an over achiever, and Crossover has pushed me with continuous improvement and healthy competition. So much so, that my "easy" job became a satisfying challenge - I was promoted within 6 months, doubling my earnings. I've been in the new role for a year now, and it's been so very satisfying - so much so, I'm now eyeing the next level, and excited to plan my career trajectory for years to come with Crossover.
In all truthfulness, this job isn't for everyone. It's hard. It's demanding. But it's worth it. I work with the best and the brightest from around the world, and because of that, they are making ME even better every day. I wouldn't trade this opportunity for anything.
Cons
Long hours from a global management strategy (distributed work force, so I start early and end late). The good thing, though, is I can take breaks during the day, but many hours do end up clocked on the weekends. This is my fault though and can be addressed from time blocking in the calendar - I just have to execute on the plan to enjoy my weekends. :)
