# Ask Zoe

The AI market feels incredibly acquisitive. Should that change how I pick a company?
Opinion
May 26, 2026
The AI market feels incredibly acquisitive. Should that change how I pick a company?
How do you decide which AI startup to join when companies seem to be getting bought every few months by big labs or tech giants?
Zoe Hewitt
Ask Zoe: Should I join a fast-rising startup, or launch my own?
Opinion
February 18, 2026
Ask Zoe: Should I join a fast-rising startup, or launch my own?
The questions 'founders-in-waiting' should ask before taking what could be an exceptional role, vs going it alone
Zoe Hewitt
How do I attract top-tier AI talent as a first-time founder in stealth?
Opinion
December 3, 2025
How do I attract top-tier AI talent as a first-time founder in stealth?
Focus on people, mission and momentum
Zoe Hewitt
Founders are building leaner teams. Where does that leave me as a people manager?
Opinion
July 29, 2025
Founders are building leaner teams. Where does that leave me as a people manager?
Sequoia's head of talent Zoe Hewitt has advice for anyone in tech struggling to land a new leadership role
Zoe Hewitt
Is it too late to pivot into a career in AI?
Opinion
May 27, 2025
Is it too late to pivot into a career in AI?
Sequoia's head of talent shares advice for anyone wondering if they've missed their chance to get into AI
Zoe Hewitt
My startup job offers keep falling short. Am I asking for too much?
Opinion
April 2, 2025
My startup job offers keep falling short. Am I asking for too much?
If you want to join a startup, but aren't being offered compensation packages that fit your needs, Sequoia's Zoe Hewitt has some advice for you
Zoe Hewitt
Should you take a chief of staff role?
Opinion
March 5, 2025
Should you take a chief of staff role?
Sequoia's VP of talent Zoe Hewitt breaks down why a chief of staff role can be one of the most valuable career launchpads
Zoe Hewitt
I survived the tech layoffs. Now how do I figure out what I really want from my career?
How to
January 15, 2025
I survived the tech layoffs. Now how do I figure out what I really want from my career?
Sequoia's VP of talent Zoe Hewitt has four guiding questions for you
Zoe Hewitt
Should you take a more junior title at a better company?
Opinion
November 12, 2024
Should you take a more junior title at a better company?
Sequoia's VP of talent Zoe Hewitt on whether it's worth dropping down in seniority in order to join a breakout startup
Zoe Hewitt
I'm struggling to get a job in tech. Where should I look?
Opinion
September 18, 2024
I'm struggling to get a job in tech. Where should I look?
Sequoia's VP of talent Zoe Hewitt on how to find (and land) a great job in tech
Zoe Hewitt
How can I scale up as a startup CEO?
How to
July 10, 2024
How can I scale up as a startup CEO?
The transition is tough — but not impossible
Zoe Hewitt
I'm thinking of starting a company. How do I know if it's the right time?
How to
June 3, 2024
I'm thinking of starting a company. How do I know if it's the right time?
Sequoia's VP of talent Zoe Hewitt shares her tips for those considering launching a startup
Zoe Hewitt
How can I become a product manager?
How to
May 1, 2024
How can I become a product manager?
Sequoia's VP of talent Zoe Hewitt shares her tips for those considering a career change
Zoe Hewitt
Promotions at an early-stage startup — am I asking for too much?
Opinion
April 3, 2024
Promotions at an early-stage startup — am I asking for too much?
How to navigate career progression in the uncertain and unstructured world of startups
Zoe Hewitt
What is a portfolio career and do I want one?
Opinion
March 1, 2024
What is a portfolio career and do I want one?
If fractional aligns with your risk tolerance and personal goals there is little downside in trying it out.
Zoe Hewitt
Should I quit my job?
Opinion
February 7, 2024
Should I quit my job?
Take your time, plan your next move — and never resign on a bad day
Zoe Hewitt
How do I get a job in VC?
Opinion
January 4, 2024
How do I get a job in VC?
So, you want a job in venture capital. Sifted’s career columnist, Sequoia’s Zoe Hewitt, explains how to do it
Zoe Hewitt
How do I get a job at a startup?
Opinion
November 30, 2023
How do I get a job at a startup?
Sifted’s new advice columnist Zoe Hewitt, talent director at Sequoia, answers your questions
Zoe Hewitt
I was recently laid off by my startup. What should I do?
Opinion
November 2, 2023
I was recently laid off by my startup. What should I do?
Sifted’s new advice columnist, Zoe Hewitt, talent director at Sequoia, answers your questions
Zoe Hewitt

# Ask Zoe

The AI market feels incredibly acquisitive. Should that change how I pick a company?

Ask Zoe: Should I join a fast-rising startup, or launch my own?

How do I attract top-tier AI talent as a first-time founder in stealth?

Founders are building leaner teams. Where does that leave me as a people manager?

Is it too late to pivot into a career in AI?

My startup job offers keep falling short. Am I asking for too much?

Should you take a chief of staff role?

I survived the tech layoffs. Now how do I figure out what I really want from my career?

Should you take a more junior title at a better company?

I'm struggling to get a job in tech. Where should I look?

How can I scale up as a startup CEO?

I'm thinking of starting a company. How do I know if it's the right time?

How can I become a product manager?

Promotions at an early-stage startup — am I asking for too much?

What is a portfolio career and do I want one?

Should I quit my job?

How do I get a job in VC?

How do I get a job at a startup?

I was recently laid off by my startup. What should I do?