I just want to get of this race..
After working for 5 years as a software engineer I’ve come to the conclusion that I’m not made for this race. The daily life sucking tasks, the team politics, the fake smiles, the cutthroat nature of it. I hate it with every fiber of my being. If not for money i would have long ditched this career. But the thing is I don’t know how to restart my career. I don’t know anything besides code. Lost and hopeless
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The job doesn't make it bad, it's the quality of life in cities that makes it worse.
Humans are not meant to sit in a chair for 12 hrs a day.
That's why most software professionals retire by 50. It's only the people who are up in the corporate ladder and on to it.
True I'm already in my forties and wondering what's my future
Just remember one thing...dnt be part of rat race...u r replaceable in ur company anytime
Live life.. enjoy with ur family..
In the 50s there was this famous scientist who worked quietly in his lab as his regular job. His passion was boxing and none of his colleagues knew anything about his personal life or his passion.
To their surprise, one day while they were having their lunch in the cafeteria they saw him on the news as the light weight champion of the world.
You are in your mid or late 20s, it's not too late to realise not to put all your eggs in one basket.
Remember, most of us work for the money - find something (not coding) that makes you curious and creative and do and that will give you a sense of satisfaction. For me it's carpentry :)
Try to FIRE before 40 and then pivot
You probably don't dislike the work itself, but rather everything else that comes with it. I can relate to your situation quite closely. I've been on medication for mental health challenges primarily due to work-related stress. I've turned down offers from "product" companies that many people prepare for years to secure, and now I find myself on the brink of being laid off. Unfortunately, even the medication and therapy haven't been as effective as I had hoped, likely due to a misdiagnosis based on my understanding of psychiatry and psychology. If you're feeling really down, you might be experiencing something similar to what I'm going through.
There are a few things you might consider, which I'm also planning after 4.5 years of experience: perhaps clearing your path in the corporate world and exploring teaching by appearing for GATE/NET(this way, you can stay in the same field while escaping the corporate culture). You might also think about developing a Plan B, like setting up a small business with the same salary they provide you. While that business may not bring in as much income as your current position, it could offer you a sense of peace. If someone around you is starting a business, maybe consider partnering with them as a tech lead or individual contributor.
These suggestions reflect what I'm trying to pursue; you may not completely align with my thoughts, but I hope you grasp the essence that it’s not the technology itself, but rather the environment that is wearing us down.
Setting up a small business is a logical move…it’s challenging but it provides stable income source and a better alternative to your current job….
Everything is challenging. We need to decide which challenge resonates with us.
It's the social pressure u r doing this, stay below ur means u will feel contained not in the race. And if u have good investment done, look for other jobs which r thr only for name sake like teacher, watchman, tution teacher, content creator, farming, some food stall, etc
Watchman?
Hello sir could you please refer me?
What money? I am happy → wish I had PS2 → wish I had highpaying job → wish I had a nice GF → wish I had WLB → wish I had my dream fulfilled → wish I can go back to square 1.
Let’s switch that’s the best one can do..