I appreciated the opportunity to connect, but the initial interview raised some concerns. The conversation felt one sided and did not offer meaningful insight into the role or how I might contribute. I left feeling more like I’d been pitched than invited into a professional dialogue. I didn’t come away with a clearer understanding of the position, team dynamics, or company values, just that the founders are considered “the greatest minds in tech,” which, without substance, felt more culty than comforting. Overall, it gave the impression that cultural fit might mean drinking gallons of kool-aid without space for genuine dialogue or individuality.