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Y Combinator Cast

11/02/23

@ Y Combinator

Sometimes, you may need to take a step back in your career to move forward, such as switching to a job with better compensation and opportunities.

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YC

How To NOT Get Screwed As A Software Engineer

@ Y Combinator

How To NOT Get Screwed As A Software Engineer

11/02/23

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YC

Y Combinator Cast

11/02/23

@ Y Combinator

To assess if you're in a bad situation, consider the opportunity cost of staying versus exploring other job options.

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Michael Seibel

10/20/23

@ Y Combinator

Job hopping every 12 to 18 months can hinder your career growth and expertise, making it difficult to build a successful career.

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Naval Ravikant

04/01/25

@ Chris Williamson

Modern society offers infinite opportunities to change careers, locations, and relationships, making it essential to explore before committing to a path.

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Sheryl Sandberg

06/02/17

@ Stanford Graduate School of Business

Careers are like a jungle gym, not a ladder. It's important to move sideways and explore different opportunities rather than just aiming to climb up.

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Sam Altman

11/09/18

@ Y Combinator

Taking a year off between jobs can be incredibly beneficial; it allows for exploration, learning, and reconnecting with life.

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Jessica Livingston

10/25/13

@ Y Combinator

Sometimes, you have to take unconventional steps to solve problems in your startup, like working in the industry you're targeting.

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Lori Gottlieb

04/07/25

@ Andrew Huberman

Sometimes, the safest choice is to take a risk, as doing something uncomfortable can lead to personal growth and fulfillment, rather than sticking to familiar but unfulfilling patterns.

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David Goggins

01/01/19

@ Rich Roll

You need to take time to reset your tactical advantage and assess where you are in your journey.

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Naval Ravikant

06/05/19

@ PowerfulJRE

Sometimes people find success in one area and stick with it out of fear, but it's important to be willing to start over and explore new paths.