The Pitfalls of Informal Work Structures in Influencer Businesses

The YouTube megastar MrBeast prefers to call his employees "friends of friends" instead of traditional job titles, aiming to create a fun and modern workplace. However, human-resources experts have concerns over the informal work structure lacking organization and safety. The decision to disregard job titles and traditional work structures may lead to organizational chaos and decreased productivity. The case of another influencer, David Dobrik, serves as a cautionary tale for influencers whose informal work setups have led to safety and legal issues. The use of informal job titles raises concerns about potential trouble and the need for more formal structures to ensure safety and fair treatment for employees.

• MrBeast prefers to call his employees "friends of friends" instead of traditional job titles.
• Human-resources experts have concerns over informal work structures lacking organization and safety.
• The decision to disregard job titles and traditional work structures may lead to organizational chaos and decreased productivity.
• The case of another influencer, David Dobrik, serves as a cautionary tale for influencers whose informal work setups have led to safety and legal issues.
• The use of informal job titles raises concerns about potential trouble and the need for more formal structures to ensure safety and fair treatment for employees.