Misc.Apr 26
Expedia GroupGoLightly

Any ex-teachers in tech ?

I miss meaningful work. I was idealistic and burned out so I left. I earn better and have shorter hours now but human connection is missing. TC: 🥜 120k

Google BcstBoiSBc Apr 26

The other post talks about escort, maybe that's what you need?

Expedia Group GoLightly OP Apr 26

Too poor for escort my man

Google JRkb46 Apr 26

That's extra income

Amazon jhSJ73 Apr 26

Go be a TPM. Make more, have more human connections. If you have the skill, it’ll be good for you.

Expedia Group GoLightly OP Apr 26

Thanks! That is a good direction. I guess I can train for scrum master, and seek opportunities. Do you have any tips?

Cisco zjchj Apr 26

Amazing to see how you are able to navigate careers. What is your current role and what trainings did you do to make this happen.

Expedia Group GoLightly OP Apr 26

Hi ZJ, I did applied math. Was lucky to be not too late to DS wave. Restarted as entry level.

SambaNova Systems g32UZsoT Apr 26

I'm an ex teacher in tech. I also miss parts of teaching, tho SWE is more cushy. How about volunteering in education or mentorship opportunities? I did a little bit of that and found it rewarding, and I am looking for more such opportunities

Expedia Group GoLightly OP Apr 26

Indeed! Yeah, I will look for mentorship opportunities. Thank you

Google $.2B Apr 27

Idk why you don’t spend the extra hours socializing then. Did socializing passively from school environments really benefit you, I doubt it