I'm often asked on how I evaluate management quality. Annual reports, interviews and earnings transcripts are some of my favourite sources to start with, but I also value other more "unofficial sources" that can give me insight into the leadership style and culture. Today, I read a troubling piece penned by a former Pinterest's Chief Operating Officer, Francoise Brougher, who has recently filed a lawsuit against the company on claims of sexism and discrimination. Her Medium piece provides a great case study into the possible leadership culture in Pinterest, and is an example of what I try to avoid. In case it gets taken down on Medium, here's her piece in full: Original source here on Medium: The Pinterest Paradox: Cupcakes and Toxicity Pinterest has always been about aspiration. It is a platform for sharing beautiful images, curating galleries of an idealized world. Users can reimagine their home, their garden,...