Moving away from Tech…for now
After nearly a year of tirelessly searching for a job in tech, I’ve reached a breaking point. The excitement and passion I once had for coding are now overshadowed by frustration and disillusionment. It’s not just about finding a job anymore — it’s about recognizing how much the industry has changed and how those changes have impacted people like me.
In the wake of being laid off, I dipped into my savings, hoping that the job search wouldn’t stretch out too long. But as the months dragged on with little to no responses, reality hit hard. I finally picked up a job — not in tech — to patch up my dwindling savings. It’s a temporary fix, but it’s a necessary one. I simply can’t afford to wait around any longer for the tech industry to come through.
The tech market today feels like a joke. It’s no longer the innovative, exciting space it once was. Instead, it feels like a massive money grab, devoid of genuine interpersonal connections. Every other startup seems to be piggybacking off AI, claiming to revolutionize the industry, but most are just variations of the same concept. The originality that once defined tech seems to be fading fast.
Then there are the job postings — or should I say, ghost listings. Companies post positions they have no intention of filling, just to create the illusion of growth for stakeholders. It’s a deceptive practice that wastes the time and energy of countless job seekers like me. The industry feels increasingly insecure, with layoffs happening left and right. It’s a level of instability I no longer want looming over my career.
I’m tired of the nonsense. I’m tired of pouring my heart into applications only to be met with silence. I’m tired of applying to positions that probably don’t even exist. This constant cycle has drained the passion I once had for coding. It’s made me question whether this is the right path for me at all.
So, I’m taking a break. I need to step back and explore other avenues, to find out if there’s something out there that reignites the spark I’ve lost. Maybe this isn’t a goodbye to tech forever, but it’s definitely a pause. And honestly, I think that’s exactly what I need right now.
