Would you have killed for this job at 24?

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That's how Wispr Flow CEO Tanay Kothari introduced his Chief of Staff hiring post.

He wasn't looking for someone to stay in the role forever. He wanted a future founder with high EQ, curiosity, and the ability to build alongside him.

The line that got everyone's attention?

"The job is 16 hours a day."

The internet quickly split.

Some called it:

"Burnout maxxing."

"Talent doesn't sleep on the factory floor. Desperation does."

"No salary range, but wants a video first?"

Others saw it differently.

"This is founder apprenticeship."

"If you're building a world-class company, these are founder hours."

"At least he's transparent."

My take

I don't think every Founder's Office role should expect 16-hour workdays.

But I also don't think every opportunity should be judged by a 9-to-5 mindset.

Founder's Office isn't a role I'd want to do forever. It's a role I'd consider to learn how great companies are built before building something of my own.

Would I do it for every founder? No.

Would I do it for the right founder, mission, and learning? Probably yes.

Some people are driven by balance. Others are driven by building. Neither is wrong.

Would you apply for this role?