Tech IndustryNov 5, 2018
SAPnoIdea

I don’t know what to do with my life... Advice appreciated

Let’s say that I consider myself successful. But lately I’m worried about my carrer and financial future. Job at SAP is decent but I don’t see growth possibilities unless I start talking the same shit that leadership talks. I’m not that guy. Launched a couple projects on my own: they were not financially great. Been rejected at Amazon, Google (3 times, google recruitment process sucks big time) and Microsoft. Not much of FANG here in Germany. I’m fairly skilled with 10+ years experience. And well versed in Communication, Design, Development, Project and Product management. Also a Design Thinking Coach that can coach internal and external -with customers- DT Sessions. Experience building digital products for Pharmaceutical, Hospitality, E-Commerce, Enterprise, FinTech and Publishing. I’ll appreciate some direction here of where should I direct my effort next. My ideal situation would be use my experience to build and launch new digital products. But for that I need financial freedom/resources. I’m not the guy that will do the funding dance either. What would you do with my experience and in my situation? Side note: have wife and 2 kids, don’t want to leave Germany/Europe. PS 1: Have also a list of ideas I want to launch. But again, financial freedom is not there yet.

Google zFsy57 Nov 5, 2018

I only have 3 yoe so keep in mind that I have no idea what I'm talking about. It's a shame you won't leave Germany because I think an early stage (~ series A) would be perfect for you. The founders would shield you from dealing with VCs and your experience would be immensely valuable there.

Intel Koffefe Nov 5, 2018

you know there is an edit comment option?

SAP noIdea OP Nov 5, 2018

Yes. Germany and the city I live have a great standard of living. Better than ALL cities in USA. Don’t want to change that