We are pleased to announce that since joining our team 6 months ago (delivered courtesy of the NHS), Max has now passed his probation period. He’s settled into the role well, hitting his sleep KPIs, thank goodness! Whilst he’s mostly been WFH (wriggling from home), he has been out and about expanding his network. It’s mostly other mums and babies at baby development seminars, but the occasional Dad braves it sometimes!
In terms of productivity, Max hasn’t brought much to the team yet (and he falls asleep on the job), but what he lacks in output, he more than makes up for in raising morale. The onboarding process has gone to plan and the health visitors gave us the stamp of approval, telling us we were both very “relaxed parents” (we decided to take it as a compliment). Mum is doing well and is fortunate to be working for a company that recognises the needs and wants of working parents and is happy to accommodate them.
Max is looking well, despite the shoddy haircut I gave him last week (all part of the job). Word of advice, when you next go and get a haircut, don’t flail your head around when you’re in the seat, it makes it difficult and honestly terrifying for the hairdresser.
Despite being hit by COVID last week (us having avoided it for two years), he’s also in good voice, but it must be corporate jargon, as I have no idea what he’s trying to say. Add mind-reading to the list of parenting responsibilities then. Generally it’s one of three things that he needs, so if in doubt I’ve got a 33% chance of being right.
Max has reached out to me on several occasions now, and the other day his reaching out sent my coco pops (don’t judge me) swimming across the table, leaving a chocolate river in their wake. Max is an expert in going after low-hanging fruit, it’s one of his strengths. We learn from these experiences, fail fast, and keep any enticing assets at arm’s length from him.
I have thoroughly enjoyed my time so far as CPO and I wholeheartedly recommend it to anyone considering the position. Past performance is no guarantee of future results, so whilst I can’t guarantee what the next 6 months will bring, I am excited to keep the ball rolling.
Reach out to me if you have any questions (just not when I’m eating my cereal).
Simon
CPO and Co-founder