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AI startup admits tattoo-for-interview stunt was “reckless”
LemonLime’s CEO got “carried away” with tattoo gimmick.
TL;DR
- LemonLime, an AI startup, used a tattoo stunt to offer job interviews.
- Seven individuals got tattoos and received interview opportunities.
- The stunt drew criticism, and CEO Jordan Zietz apologized for poor judgment.
- Zietz admitted he got "carried away" and the stunt came across as reckless.
- LemonLime has a demanding work culture, expecting employees to work 7 days a week.
- The company also used a game, "Is it a Lemon or a Lime?", to screen candidates.
- LemonLime will cover tattoo removal costs for anyone experiencing regret.