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How to manage your report’s unrealistic expectations

What happens when there's trouble in paradise?
May 27, 2021

What happens when there’s trouble in paradise?

In my career at Buffer, I’ve been very fortunate to recruit for a company that many people see as a ‘dream company’, or if not quite so grand, a place that they’re looking forward to joining. We’re known for specific values, a commitment to inclusivity, and a flexible remote-first environment. Applicants have often followed the company for a while before joining and come on board with the feeling of having landed in paradise.

I’ve found that among my peers, hiring managers, or leaders at recognized companies, the expectation that ‘This time, it’ll be perfect!’ is not unique to Buffer.

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