Notion Leadership & Management

What People Are Saying About Notion

  • Collaborative & Aligned Leadership: Operating values and manager expectations emphasize collaboration, aligning work with business goals and shared standards for quality and empathy. Role descriptions highlight building healthy team culture and cross‑functional alignment as core leadership responsibilities.
  • Development & Mentorship: The company provides structured tools for managers—templates for 1:1s, performance reviews, and career development—to support regular coaching and clarity. In‑person collaboration is described as essential for some roles, enabling hands‑on mentorship and faster learning.
  • Accountability & Follow-Through: A high bar for rigor and craft sets clear expectations on hiring, performance, and product quality, reinforcing manager accountability for outcomes. Stated values around truth‑seeking and high standards serve as anchors for how leaders make and follow through on decisions.

Notion's Benefits

Engineering team utilizes pair programming

Hosts in-person all-hands meetings

Hosts in-person revenue kickoff meetings

Implements team-based strategic planning

Open office floor plan to encourage communication and collaboration

Uses an OKR operational model to clearly define goals and priorities

Utilizes an open door policy that encourages accessibility