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Techie burnout post
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A software engineer earning over Rs 3 lakh monthly shared on Reddit that working 15-16 hours daily at a startup has caused burnout, with no time for personal life or interview prep. The post sparked online discussion about work-life balance.
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Full story →Techie describes burnout from 16-hour workdays
A techie earning over ₹3 lakh per month reported feeling 'stuck' due to 15-16 hour workdays and a lack of work-life balance.
The techie has worked at the same medium-sized startup since graduating and feels exhausted from repetitive work with no learning opportunities.
He wants to switch jobs but cannot prepare for interviews because of his long work hours and a scarce hiring market.
The techie asked Reddit users for advice on how to escape the burnout cycle while still employed.
Reddit users suggested exploring hobbies, starting a side business, or prioritizing health as potential solutions.
Earlier · 1d ago
Full story →Techie earning Rs 3 lakh works 15-hour days, seeks advice
A software engineer earning over Rs 3 lakh per month works 15-16 hours daily.
The long hours leave no time for personal life or interview preparation.
The techie shared the story on Reddit, sparking discussion on burnout.
The post highlights work-life balance challenges despite high income.