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CareerBurnout
#RI-6a7aa6f3·5 months ago·
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Lookback: 1 year after graduation

“joined 996 AI company for challenge”

experienced toxic leadership and poor work-life balance

What I wish I knew
"challenges outweighed benefits"
If I could tell you one thing
"evaluate priorities before joining a grindy company"
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7/10
Clear regret.
The downsides outweighed what was gained.
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