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🎉 Introducing Wellfound’s 10 of 10: The Top Startups of 2025 🎉 Meet the innovators shaping the future. We’re thrilled to unveil Wellfound’s 10 of 10, featuring 10 standout startups leading the way across 10 trending industries—from AI to HealthTech, FinTech, and beyond. Whether you're looking for inspiration, new opportunities, or the next big thing, this list is your guide to interesting companies hiring now. Explore the full list now 👉: https://lnkd.in/gZ-M9DSB Celebrate these changemakers with us as they gear up to make an impact in 2025 🙌 #Wellfound10of10 #TopStartups #StartupCareers #Wellfound

Job Search Tip: It's time to rethink the cover letter Brandon Jeffs, Director of People and Talent at TLDR, says that cover letters are always useful, but it's time to rethink the format: "The new cover letter [can be] anything - text message, notion page, voice note. The cover letter doesn't have to be like cover letter dot PDF." ✅ Try new formats that feel natural to you ✅ Match your approach to the company culture ✅ Focus on showing why you're a great fit Why it matters: It is crucial to quickly explain why you fit the role you're applying for specifically. So, the goal of introducing yourself hasn't changed, but how you do it can now match the digital tools we use every day. #CoverLetterTips #JobSearch #CareerAdvice #RecruitingTips #StartupJobs

🔍 "Nosiness gets at a proactive curiosity and a helpfulness... ownership, productivity, curiosity, and bias toward action." At Ansa, CEO and Co-founder Sophia Goldberg has built a culture that turns "being nosy" into a superpower. Team members don't just stick to their lane—they're encouraged to: ✅ Wonder what others are working on ✅ Question the "why" behind projects ✅ Bring new ideas to the table, regardless of role The secret ingredient? A low-ego environment where "getting it right is better than being right." 💡 Takeaway for job seekers: Look for cultures that reward your curiosity, not just your credentials. The best workplaces want you to see beyond your job description. 🎥 Watch the full conversation between Sophia and Amit Matani on Why Work Here: https://lnkd.in/epCGabR3 #WhyWorkHere #StartupCulture #PaymentsTech #TeamBuilding

Job Search Tip: Why Smart Engineers Bomb Tech Interviews (And How Not To) Sean Anderson, Senior Talent Advisor at Amazon, reveals that success in technical interviews comes down to practice and preparation. 🔥 Why it matters: In Sean's words, "Most of the time that I get 'nos' on candidates, it's not that they couldn't do the work. It's that they struggled to answer the questions." He recommends: ✅ Treating interview prep like studying for an exam ✅ Using the exact terminology from the job description ✅ Practicing explaining how your skills match their requirements ✅ Asking friends to test you with mock interview questions ❌ Do not to wing it - even strong candidates fail when they struggle to articulate answers This is from our Ask a Recruiter Q&A series, where top hiring experts break down the job search process. To watch his full episode, click here: https://lnkd.in/e7qk_3az #TechnicalInterviews #TechJobs #CareerAdvice #AskARecruiter #Wellfound

Founder Tip: Talent is the foundation for the product you build 🔥 "Talent sits on this exponential curve where someone who is 10 out of 10 at what they do is exponentially divergent from someone who's even a 9 out of 10." - Jacob Peters, CEO of Superpower When building Superpower, Jacob didn't just aim high with talent—he created a company where "ridiculously high" standards are not just talk but foundational action. The result? - A team featuring Canva's youngest PM (hired at 17) - Multiple YC founders who turned down million-dollar offers elsewhere - An environment where everyone challenges each other's priorities—even the CEO's Jacob's philosophy echoes Vinod Khosla's wisdom: "The team you build is the company you build." At Superpower, this isn't just a quote on a wall—it's their daily reality. 🚀 Takeaway for Founders: In the product vs. distribution debate, remember that neither matters without an exceptional team as your foundation. #WhyWorkHere #TalentStrategy #Superpower #FounderInsights

Job Search Tip: Ask These Questions in Your Next Interview Arielle Salman-Bailey, Talent Acquisition Specialist at Warner Bros. Discovery, reveals which questions you should always ask during interviews. Asking smart questions shows recruiters you're engaged and helps you determine if the role is right for you! ✅ DO ask about company culture and the interviewer's personal experience ✅ DO inquire about team structure and reporting relationships ✅ DO ask what success looks like in the role and why the previous person left ❌ DON'T skip asking questions - it signals lack of interest 🔥 Pro Tip: Understanding team visibility can help you assess growth opportunities and determine if the environment matches your work style. This is from our Ask a Recruiter Q&A series, where hiring experts share insider advice to help you land your dream job. This is from our Ask a Recruiter Q&A series, where hiring experts share insider advice to help you land your dream job. Want more tips? Click on the full recording in the comments. 👇 #JobSearch #InterviewTips #CareerAdvice

💥 "No one's ever been fired for hiring someone from Stripe—but that's exactly the trap." When hiring, Matt Watson of Origin looks beyond impressive resumes and prestigious company names. His philosophy breaks Silicon Valley's hiring formula: ✅ Value intellectual curiosity above all else. ✅ Look for candidates with a genuine drive to solve problems ✅ Seek people who bring their A-game daily, not just those with fancy pedigrees There's a "halo effect" from working at unicorns, but Matt digs deeper: "You really have to almost not even look at the resume and get into a conversation—how do they think about the world? About work? About getting a product into someone's hands?" 🚀 Takeaway for Founders: Stop hiring logos and start hiring minds.Dig deeper to find the truly curious problem-solvers who will drive your company forward. Full episode on the comments 👇 #WhyWorkHere #OriginFinancial #HiringStrategy #StartupCulture

🔎 Job Search Tip: Present Your Exact Fit When Messaging Recruiters Carmen Hudson, veteran Talent Acquisition Leader, explains why specific outreach gets responses while generic messages fail. ✅ DO clearly identify the exact job you're interested in ✅ DO outline your relevant qualifications that match the role ❌ DON'T send generic "I saw your profile" messages with no specifics ❌ DON'T expect recruiters to figure out where you belong in their company. This targeted approach significantly increases your chances of getting helpful responses and referrals! From our Ask a Recruiter Q&A series, featuring insider advice from hiring expertsLike, comment, and subscribe for more career strategy tips! This is from our Ask a Recruiter Q&A series, featuring insider advice from hiring experts. Link to the full vid in the comments 👇 #Jobsearch #RecruiterOutreach #CareerStrategy #Wellfound

💸 "Finances are the number one driver of stress for adults in the country... regardless of income." In an economy where financial anxiety is at an all-time high, Matt Watson isn't just building another fintech app—he's creating a lifeline. Origin takes a refreshingly honest approach to our collective money stress: ✅ Most people HATE thinking about finances (even the wealthy) ✅ Traditional financial literacy tools fail because they demand constant attention ✅ The solution isn't more charts—it's automated systems that work while you sleep Origin builds comprehensive money tools that integrate seamlessly with professional guidance. 🔑 Takeaway for Founders: Build for how users actually behave, not how you wish they would. Origin's success comes from recognizing that most people engage with finances episodically—and they design around that reality instead of fighting it. Check out the full 'Why Work Here' podcast episode, link in the comments 👇 #WhyWorkHere #FinancialSurvival #Origin #MoneyStress

🔎 Job Search Tip: Leverage Employee Referrals to Get Hired Faster Carmen Hudson, CSM, veteran Talent Acquisition Leader, reveals why employee referrals account for approximately one-third of all company hires! ✅ DO reach out to connections at target companies, even if they work in different departments ✅ DO reconnect with past colleagues for coffee or lunch to build genuine relationships ✅ DO offer to send your information directly to make the referral process easy ❌ DON'T overlook casual connections - even commuter friends could help you get hired Referrals, especially from people in similar roles who can vouch for your work quality, give you a significant advantage in the hiring process! This is from our Ask a Recruiter Q&A series, featuring insider advice from hiring experts. Link to the full video in the comments 👇 #JobSearch #EmployeeReferrals #CareerStrategy