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Understood.org is the resource that helps the 70 million people with learning and thinking differences, like ADHD and dyslexia, anticipate the challenges, barriers, or opportunities in life and confidently reach their potential. Our mission is ...

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Lucky to be here! Amazing place to work; non-profit with startup vibe

7/26/2023 - Director at New York, NY
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Our founders have created something wonderful -- a company with an inclusive culture, full of smart and motivated employees who work hard to fulfill our mission. The Org is run like a tech start up but it's non profit so the fun parts are there, without the pressure to meet sales goals. Instead we focus on making an impact for the 1 in 5 who learn & think differently. Work/life balance is a real priority, competitive salaries, amazing benefits & PTO. I feel lucky & proud to work here every single day.

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If you're used to for-profit (my experience), you'll appreciate the do-good aspect & work/life balance while still working at pace & being challenged. I imagine a transition from nonprofit could be somewhat challenging, b/c I understand the biz operates differently (more like a startup). We do have required in-office in NY 2 days/week which isn't for everyone (but office is gorgeous). No major red flags from my perspective.
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