Anyone who’s done this? Just burnt out and need a break. Maybe do something else outside big tech after a break, or maybe explore startups Feels intimidating to do this though especially leaving with golden handcuffs. Any tips? We got around 3.6M saved in brokerage accounts so can burn through this for a year without much impact. Yoe 11 TC 800K
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feel like with the amount of money you’re making, you may regret leaving behind a comfortable salary for an indefinite period of time. Yes you might plan for 1 year but finding a job can take much longer than expected. I think keep putting in your 8 hours and don’t put more effort into your current job than you have to. Job search and interview at the same time, the process will be more chill when you aren’t in a rush
Don’t do this until you have 5M liquid
Random comment or any logic here?
you have more than enough to do this, don’t listen to these negative haters
>3.6 million in liquid funds >needs permission from dickheads on blind to live his own life No. You need to stay and work. 500k of that TC needs to go to the American government. Try meditating!
This post is just to discuss and share tips, not about asking permission 😆
I’m joking but please take some time off. I’m 10% of that and I don’t care, I’d do it
Amazon has upto 3 months unpaid leave. Maybe consider that? At least you keep your benefits and can come back.
Might as well go all in
Rationally you know 3.6M is more than enough for you + partner to live for many many years. I'd advise that before you quit, outline a few goals for your 1 year break (not work goals) so you'll have things you can focus on doing, while actively taking your mind off work and not feeling the urge to find the next role ASAP.
Man I only have $100k and I already want to take a year off to travel around the world while I’m still in my 20’s and single. There is more to life than career, career is just one of the more important things
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