Anyone here done something that isn't normal path?

We’ve all read the software engineer turned PM story. And although very commendable, and kudos to them for doing what needs to be done, I’d love to hear people who’ve gone down the not so traditional career path or have had weird career trajectories. Are you happy about the decisions you’ve made? Are you content? Is there something you would do differently?

I am 24. I am at a job which I am good at, but it doesn't make me happy. I want to try out different things in life(tech and non-tech alike) and figure out what's truly fun for me, all the while outgrow myself from my comfort zone. Anyone who has felt like this or has successfully done this, need inputs/thoughts on how to proceed

Has anyone here, moved away from Software Development to something else. Maybe in a completely different direction, like became a graphics designer, or Game developer etc. or in a similar direction, like went towards Product Management or something similar. If yes, then I want to know your experience with the switch, and the steps you took to make it happen. I got into Software engineering 2-3 years ago (attracted by the salaries) but now I just don’t feel like doing it anymore at all. I asked a friend who’s a PM, and his take on this was, if i wanted to keep earning how much I currently do (20-30 LPA), and want to go even further than that, then SDE is the only option, PMs do not get paid that much amount, when compared to SDEs in the longer run. What’s your take on this?

The other day I was discussing with a long time friend of mine regarding a startup idea he had and eventually veered off to why he was doing it. He was doing pretty well and had a good salary at a marketing firm. He always felt that was where his talents lie but now he isn't sure anymore hence the reason why he was looking for something else. He even considered switching to an entirely new field (think along the lines of science/research) but never had the motivation before during our college days. Which made me wonder if anyone has actually done such a radical career change mid way and if so what were your reasons/motivations behind it and how you are faring now.

Should one try doing different things early in the career for example try different roles in software engineering, data science, product to see which role one likes the most Or Should one try doing the same thing for some years early in the career to allow the compounding to kick in and you have something with depth to show for when you have 3-4 years of experience. y Thoughts ?

Has anyone here with Tech work experience (India) (not from MAANG or any reputed companies, or tier 1 colleges ) taken a career break for personal reasons ? Not talking essential leaves maternity break or something like that, but more like for well being/upskilling/travel etc, whatever it maybe. Could you share your experience ? What was your experience like getting back to work/interview experience ? I am considering taking one myself. I know this is normalised on Europe, but I feel in India, many people (esp. some recruiters) find this weird and most people are even scared about taking a break. Thoughts ?

Looking to know experiences of folks who went this path and are blissful with the renewed priorities in life. I don't see -any hope or direction where my current scaleup startup I work at is going -why I have to bear the brunt of yessmens of the ceos who are just collecting paychecks - before they themselves can go solo as consultant/content creator/leader. -point in playing lottery with another startup job switch of landing in another similar environment -point of ruining my prime late 20s social life to collect pay checks when I have enough f*uck you money -future of work will only need me do 15hrs/week in half a decade because of AI and blackmirror like world. -poiny of current career trajectory as currney job will be replaced to need 80% less manpower - again genAI stuff.. So as I embark, want to know more stories and rides both successfull and failures by your own subjective sense!

What do you think guys is it always the best idea 😜 ?

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Hi All, Please share your experience if you have resigned ever within 3months (or upto 6 months) of taking the job ? If Yes, what compelled you to? And how did it affect the further job search ?