The Stack Overflow Podcast
Quiet quitting and loud layoffs
Mar 10, 2023
Ryan Donovan, Cohost, discusses strategies for success in the tech industry, including navigating the job market, conducting career audits, setting expectations during the hiring process, gauging company culture, and negotiating compensation. They also address the impact of company size on the hiring process and the frustration of uncertainty.
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Quick takeaways
- When searching for a new tech role, it's important to consider factors like work culture, team size, and remote vs. in-person work preferences.
- To maximize value during the offer stage, ask for the entire benefits package, evaluate healthcare, time off, and retirement match, and seek advice before accepting or declining.
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Setting Yourself Up for Success in the Job Market
In this episode, the hosts discuss strategies for setting oneself up for success in the tech industry job market. They acknowledge the current churn in the industry, with the great resignation and recent layoffs. The guest, Wesley Faulkner, emphasizes the importance of understanding one's priorities and preferences when looking for a new role. He suggests considering factors like work culture, team and company size, remote or in-person work preferences, and passion for the projects. Faulkner also advises not to self-censor or doubt one's qualifications before starting the job search. Taking interviews even when not actively seeking a job is recommended to gain clarity on personal preferences and potential opportunities.
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