If you find yourself dreaming of quitting your job at a FAANG company, it's a strong indicator that you might need to consider leaving.

To avoid getting trapped in a FAANG job, keep your personal expenses low and remember that you can always return to a tech job if needed.

Working at a FAANG company can create a dependency on their tools and infrastructure, making it challenging for founders to adapt when starting their own companies without those resources.

Many people assume that working at a FAANG company is essential for gaining experience on hard technical problems, but in reality, most jobs involve mundane tasks that don't translate to startup success.

Technical founders often misunderstand the value they can extract from working at FAANG companies, thinking they will work on significant projects, but often they end up doing less impactful tasks.

It's important for founders to resist the urge to have a complete plan or exit strategy from the start, as many successful companies evolve beyond initial expectations.

If you enter a big company with clear goals, like saving money or gaining specific experience, you can benefit from the experience without falling into the trap of staying longer than necessary due to financial incentives.

Loss aversion plays a significant role in why employees stay at FAANG companies; the fear of losing vested equity can lead to irrational decision-making.

It's essential to keep yourself flexible and explore what you want to do before committing to starting a company.