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This !insane tech hiring market (Interview)

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Nov 25, 2022

Gergely Orosz, a software engineer and author of the insightful newsletter 'The Pragmatic Engineer,' discusses the turbulent tech hiring landscape. He dives into the flip side of the hustle, tackling the reality of layoffs and what professionals can expect in this chaotic climate. Gergely emphasizes the importance of community support during tough times and shares strategies for job security. He also touches on navigating career shifts, the impact of inflation on layoffs, and highlights promising sectors for innovation amid the uncertainty.

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INSIGHT

Tech Hiring Market Cooldown

The tech hiring market cooled down unexpectedly fast after its peak in January 2022.
Layoffs, hiring freezes, and silent majority hiring are key trends.

INSIGHT

Silent Majority Hiring

While layoffs dominate headlines, many traditional, less 'desirable' companies are hiring steadily.
These companies offer stability, a compelling alternative in uncertain times.

ANECDOTE

Pandemic's Impact on Tech vs. Hospitality

The pandemic fueled rapid growth in tech, unlike hospitality, which suffered.
This created a hiring surge and overvaluation, now correcting.

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This week we’re back talking to Gergely Orosz — this time not quite about the insane tech hiring market, but more so the flip side, the 180, the not so good tech hiring market, the layoff market and what you can expect. There’s a lot of FUD out there, so hopefully this show gives you a lens into what’s really going on, and what to really expect. Maybe more so, how to keep your job or find a new job. We come to this topic with great compassion and great understanding, so please…there is a community here for you. There’s a lot of people in our Slack. Call it your home, it’s free to join and everyone is welcome.

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Adam Stacoviak – Website, GitHub, LinkedIn, Mastodon, X
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