Working in a startup, whatever your career experience, can be challenging, yet exciting. The experiences you gain, whether you’re experienced or still learning the ropes, can be invaluable to the future of your career. 

Some of the in-demand skills to work in a startup include your ability to: 

• Contribute across various areas 
• Have strong technical skills 
• Have strong communication 
• Manage projects 
• Take on responsibility 

Working in a bigger company may see responsibility and decision-making taken up by the hierarchy on many occasions, but by working in a startup, you learn how to assess situations and take on responsibility – this could also be due to numbers not being as large in a startup business. 

We’ll look at some of the reasons why joining a startup will be beneficial to evolving as a worker and help you reach your career goals. 

Working with passionate team members 

In order for a startup to be successful in the long run, employees have to be passionate and hard workers – startups are full of them! By having a team of motivated and talented team members who are willing to learn and develop their skills, will benefit everyone. This is where team culture plays a key part – whilst there is a culture to be successful, there is also a supportive and family-like culture. It’s a chance to be part of a growing team who care about their work and are eager to succeed.

A change of working environment 

Whether you’re in the early stages of your career, or seeking a change midway through – working in a startup is certainly a different experience. Away from the corporate office style, a startup is the opposite. Relaxed attire, a modern style tech office (with coffee machines) and areas to wind down during breaks is appealing for many. You’ll be given freedom in how you choose to complete projects, with regular communication from colleagues. 

You get experience different things     

One of the main perks of working for a startup, is you will be able to wear a few hats in terms of areas you can contribute in. One of the current skills in demand employers are looking for is candidates who are multiskilled and able to assist in various areas, besides their job duties. This enables you to learn new skills and develop your existing ones. Whether you’re a designer, programmer, data analyst, marketer, administrator – you’re usually occupying a versatile role. 

A chance to make a difference 

As startups are fast-growing, by you jumping on board, it’s a great opportunity to showcase your skills and talents. The ladder towards progression is yours to climb – take advantage of it. You’ll be encouraged to share your ideas, as this demonstrates your willingness to grow in the company. 

Working for a startup can be an incredibly rewarding career move, with perks, but it is also challenging. However, if you present the attitude to progress your career and show a desire to learn, develop and take on challenges, then it will be an environment you thrive in.  

If you’re looking for  the chance to work for fast-growing startups, check out the latest jobs we’re recruiting for here