Yaccarino faced enormous challenges working with an unpredictable owner who consistently undermined her efforts. Musk's erratic behavior, from telling advertisers to "go f*** yourself" to sharing antisemitic content, made her job nearly impossible. The platform struggled with advertiser boycotts and content moderation crises throughout her tenure.

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Musk's instability makes working for him untenable, as evidenced by his betrayal of Trump and erratic decision-making. His unpredictable nature means he can turn on anyone instantly, creating an impossible work environment. Yaccarino's departure reflects the broader challenges of Musk's leadership style across his business empire.