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I Turned Down a Six-Figure Offer for My Dream Job in Fusion Energy

2025-08-14

After 15 years in the tech industry, the author received two competing job offers. One offered significantly higher pay, stock options, a large bonus, and even a company trip to the Bahamas. However, the author chose a lower-paying position at Commonwealth Fusion Systems, a fusion energy company. The author prioritized passion and the importance of meaningful work over higher compensation. They articulated the three key elements of job satisfaction as pay, work, and people; a balance of all three leads to genuine fulfillment.

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Laid Off Twice in One Year: A Software Engineer's Story

2025-01-07

A software engineer shares his experience of being laid off twice in a single year, once a week into paternity leave and again just before Christmas. The article details the emotional rollercoaster, practical steps taken to find new employment (resume updates, unemployment benefits, job searching strategies), and reflections on the current state of the tech industry and personal self-worth. He offers advice on navigating layoffs, emphasizing the importance of resilience, networking, and continuous learning.

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