The Misery and Love-Hate Relationship with Blind and Anonymous Forums
Redfin CEO, Glenn Kelman, referred to anonymous forums like Blind as "places of pure misery," but also acknowledged their value in allowing employees to "speak truth to power." Blind, a popular forum among tech workers, provides a platform for anonymous company reviews and private/group chats. Blind's cofounder, Kyum Kim, highlighted the need for a third-party forum where workers can have transparent discussions about work without fear of repercussions. However, some companies, like Meta, discourage employees from posting on Blind due to concerns about mental health. The Blind team initially struggled to gain traction but found success in Seattle by engaging with Amazon employees.