Greptile CTO Advocates for Rest and WHOOP Trackers Amidst CEO's "9-9-6" Work Culture

San Francisco, CA – Soohoon Choi, Co-founder and CTO of AI startup Greptile, recently highlighted the company's commitment to employee well-being by providing WHOOP fitness trackers and mandating rest for optimal output. This initiative comes amidst ongoing public discussion surrounding Greptile CEO Daksh Gupta's advocacy for a demanding "9-9-6" work philosophy, which entails working from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m., six days a week.

In a recent social media post, Choi stated, "we also offer everyone at our company a whoop. but if you arent well rested then we will tell you to go home. being well rested == peak performance for the long run." This statement underscores a focus on sustainable performance and employee health within the rapidly growing AI firm.

WHOOP trackers are wearable devices that continuously monitor physiological data such as sleep, recovery, and strain, providing personalized insights to users. Many companies integrate WHOOP into corporate wellness programs to help employees manage stress, prevent burnout, and optimize physical and mental health, recognizing the link between adequate rest and productivity.

Greptile, an AI startup specializing in tools that help developers understand and review codebases, has been under scrutiny due to its CEO's outspoken views on work ethic. Daksh Gupta, 23, has frequently championed an intense work culture, telling potential candidates that Greptile offers "no work-life balance" and that typical workdays often extend to 11 p.m., including Saturdays and sometimes Sundays. Gupta views this rigorous approach as essential for early-stage startups to achieve "escape velocity."

The contrasting messages from Greptile's co-founders present a nuanced picture of the company's internal culture. While Gupta emphasizes extreme dedication and long hours, Choi's initiative suggests a recognition of the critical role of recovery and well-being in achieving and maintaining high performance over time. Greptile, co-founded by Choi, Gupta, and Vaishant Kameswaran, has successfully raised $5.3 million in seed funding.