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106. "I pay ALL my staff $210K a year": How Geoff Roberts is transforming work

Truth, Lies and Work
Truth, Lies and Work
Episode • Jun 13, 2024 • 47m

Join hosts Leanne Elliott, a Business Psychologist, and Al Elliott, a Business Owner, as they delve into a fascinating conversation with Geoff Roberts, Co-founder of Outseta.

In this episode, we explore Outseta's unique compensation model, where all employees earn $210,000 per year, have flexible work schedules, and receive equity at the same rate as the co-founders.


Key Talking Points:

  • Introduction to Geoff Roberts and Outseta
  • Geoff's background and experience in SaaS and membership businesses
  • The concept of Outseta's "choose your own adventure" compensation model
  • Detailed explanation of the $210,000 annual salary for all employees
  • Benefits and challenges of this compensation model
  • Impact on employee motivation, retention, and company culture
  • Geoff's insights on flexibility and autonomy in the workplace
  • Advice for other business owners considering a similar approach
  • Future plans for Outseta and Geoff's vision for the business


Connect with Geoff:

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/geoffrobertsmarketing/

Outseta Website: https://www.outseta.com/

Follow Geoff on X: https://x.com/GeoffTRoberts


Join the Conversation:

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General Support with Mental Health and Well-being:

If you have been affected by any of the themes in this episode, or are currently struggling with your mental health, the following resources may be useful.

  • Mind website: Mind
  • If you are feeling in distress or despair, including feelings of suicide, please do consider calling the Samaritans for free on 116 123 (UK) or email jo@samaritans.org (Rest of World)


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