Lauren Tan

Lauren Tan, a former engineering manager at Netflix turned software engineer, shares her journey of career transitions. She explores the tension between management roles and personal happiness, questioning what truly brings joy in tech careers. Tan emphasizes the challenges of moving back from management to engineering, advocating for 'generative quitting' as a means of growth. She reflects on the importance of embracing fear for personal development and the value of strong support systems in navigating career choices.