Thank you so much for sharing your experience. It has been a while since I have been considering to leave my high paid 9-5 job (many people would love to have)...exhausted, surviving from weekend to weekend, not having time for myself, postponing my private life becouse my job takes everything...I know I am the only person who can end up this slavery, but there are lots of fears...Videos like this one definitely help. Thanks and blessings!

@gobienan

4 ай бұрын

Glad you liked it! It takes a lot of courage to take of the "golden handcuffs". Ideally you have a side project, which is generating a bit of income before you take the jump! Best of luck on your journey 😁

Hey, thank you so much for sharing your story! I always wondered why I always felt so stuck and dissatisfied about living from weekend to weekend while others seemed to enjoy this lifestyle. Stories like yours are much needed and these help people like me to not feel alone. This video hopefully will propel me in the near future to take the leap just as you did!! Thanks a ton once again, you are indeed very brave and very inspiring.

@gobienan

5 ай бұрын

You are so welcome 🥰 I'm really glad to hear that my story resonated with you! It's not uncommon to feel trapped in a cycle of living for the weekends, especially in a society that often prioritizes work over personal fulfillment. Thank you for your kind words, and I wish you all the best on your journey to find what brings you joy.

@anushapramidala7931

5 ай бұрын

@gobienan Thank youu and wish you the same :))

I didn't listen to myself many years ago when I was thinking the same way. I stayed in my professional career and now at around 28 years. I truly regret all the time I lost and I felt the same way that I never had energy for my private life. I think everybody has to take a good account of their own needs to determine if they really want to commit themselves to a career

@gobienan

4 ай бұрын

Thank you for sharing your experience. It takes courage to reflect on our paths and recognize where we wish we had made different choices. But it's not too late to start aligning your life with your true desires and needs! Your awareness and willingness to change are powerful first steps. Keep believing in your ability to reshape your journey, no matter where you're starting from. All the best ✌️

Have a great journey in your new life and for all others watching this video please remember that every individual's life is different and their limits and enjoyments are also different. But always remember one thing if you love and enjoy what you do you will not exhaust. That may be a job or business. But consider your limits and set yourself a life you love. Thats what I am trying to do with my life too

@gobienan

3 ай бұрын

There is no right or wrong here, just a path I have decided for myself. And I think many would like to go as well, all be the best on your journey 😁

Great insights. Thank you for sharing your journey.

@gobienan

3 ай бұрын

Glad it was helpful! 😌

Thank you for sharing such a personal story, it's very inspiring to see someone living their dream!

@gobienan

5 ай бұрын

Glad you liked it! And hopefully this video can also motivate others to take the step 😁

Great channel, I am so glad I came across this you and you definitely keep it up!

@gobienan

2 ай бұрын

Thank you so much! Will do 🔥

Thanks for sharing! Really liked the video!

@gobienan

5 ай бұрын

Glad you like it and thanks for watching!

this is so inspiring! good luck with your journey

@gobienan

5 ай бұрын

Thank you! Fingers crossed 🤞

Thanks for sharing your story! I quit my job 3 weeks ago...i am excited to follow your journey.

@gobienan

2 ай бұрын

Cooool! Welcome aboard 🧑‍✈️

I Hope this will get more views! Thanks for sharing ❤

@gobienan

5 ай бұрын

I hope so too! Getting closer to 1k 😎

thank you very much for sharing your story.

@gobienan

4 ай бұрын

My pleasure!

Just joined your channel as KZread recommended it. I am in the same boat working in Tech. You nailed every point in this video. Hence I have started my new YT channel hoping to one day, live the dream doing what I love. Keep up the good work!

@gobienan

Ай бұрын

I'm really glad you started your own journey! Best of luck with your new KZread channel-keep chasing your dreams and doing what you love! 🚀

@lifebehindthereels

Ай бұрын

@@gobienan really appreciate it 🙏🏻. Thank you!

I can relate to your story. Same thing happened to me . I had a data analyst role at h&m but after a reorganisation, I ended up with a toxic manager who affected my mental health. I barnen out and was forced to leave the company by signing an exit offer

@gobienan

Ай бұрын

Sorry to hear that. I don’t understand why a lot of managers are so bad ☹️ Hope you found a better place or could take some time off!

Wow, thanks for sharing! ❤ I’m at a crossroad now, as an unemployed senior product designer (and former front end developer). Last year I went from being laid off to a startup going bankrupt. Highs and lows like crazy. Now I feel I question my whole identity and what to do. I love creating and have jumped back into React (from stopping 2018). I’m trying to find my bearings and get “back into the job market” but it’s so tough, even as a senior. Now I’m thinking of picking up 1-2 of all the ideas I have and simply try go for it! Why keep telling myself I have to play it like “they” force us to?

@gobienan

2 ай бұрын

It sounds like you’ve been through a lot! Heard a lot of designers struggle at the moment to land a new job. Turning your ideas into projects could really reignite your passion and showcase your talents. Keep believing in yourself and go for it! PS: I thought about creating a course for designers to learn to code. But will probably take a while before I drop it, unless I get a small group of dedicated people :D

@TheApeWonder

2 ай бұрын

@@gobienan Thanks, I will! I know many people struggle these days and it’s hard to see where everything is going. I guess if we keep at it and create “stuff” we’ll at least learn from our creations, checking boxes and feel we’re accomplishing things.

Thanks for the awesome video Gobie! When you quit your job, can I know how long was your runway? How many months could your savings last you before you went broke and had to find some sort of job to pay off your monthly expenses? Am thinking of quitting my healthcare job to build SaaS / mobile apps. Have a fair bit of money saved up, and my savings could easily last me at least 2 years (I'm not married, no kids and no mortgage to pay). Have been learning programming on the side for about 8 months now, 2-3 hours every night after work and 5-6 hours on weekends. But still unsure if I should take the plunge because I kept thinking of the opportunity cost - if I quit, i will be losing X amount of money which I could have earned had I not quit. How did you get over this feeling?

@gobienan

2 ай бұрын

Hey there! Thanks for your kind words and for sharing your thoughts. Deciding to leave a steady job is indeed a big step, and it's normal to feel apprehensive about the opportunity costs involved. Before I left my job, I ensured that my savings could cover at least 80% of my monthly expenses for a considerable period. This gave me some peace of mind to focus on what I really wanted to pursue. Currently, I might be earning less than I did before, but the satisfaction and freedom I gain from doing what I love outweigh the financial difference. It's truly liberating to follow your passion, especially when you can align it with your personal and financial boundaries. If you have a solid financial buffer and a clear plan, taking the plunge could be worth the trade-offs. Keep honing your programming skills and perhaps start with small projects to test the waters before fully committing. And most importantly, do what feels right for you! Good luck!

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Hey brother. I hope you're doing well today. Do you think its worth it to get a CS degree in this modern era anymore? Im turning 17 very soon and still in HS so I still got some time before potentially going to College. I wanna become an entrepreneur, obviously it'll take some real dedication and it might take 5 years before I see some real progress but nonetheless, It's still better than being stuck in the Rat Race. Do you think it's a good idea to get some internships in college and then a degree, and then go work at a company (if I can even get hired because the job market is absolute horrendous right now) to gain some work experience and some money to upscale my business if I already have one by that point or I'm looking to start one by then?

@gobienan

4 ай бұрын

Hey! It's awesome to hear you're thinking ahead about your future, especially with an entrepreneurial spirit in mind. In short, a CS degree can be valuable, but it's not the only path to success, especially in the tech and startup worlds. It's more about what you can do and show for yourself. If you're aiming for research or highly technical roles, a degree is pretty crucial. It gives you a solid foundation and understanding of the field. Internships and work experience are golden, no doubt. They not only give you real-world skills but also help you build a network and understand the business side of tech. This can be super valuable when you're ready to start your own thing. Plus, you'll get a taste of what it's like out there, outside of textbooks and lectures. The job market can be tough, but having a mix of a strong portfolio, internships, and the right attitude often speaks louder than just a degree. And yeah, starting at a company can definitely give you the funds and experience to fuel your entrepreneurial journey later on. So, dive into projects, grab internships, and soak up as much learning and experience as you can. Whether or not you decide on a degree, these steps will definitely push you forward. Good luck!

same

What degree do you hold? Also whats a path to learn would you recommend to take as a self learner to be successful as a software engineer like you?

@gobienan

4 ай бұрын

I have a computer science degree, but that degree has the biggest impact if you plan on going into research. Otherwise, there are ton of resources out there for beginners to get started, like freecodecamp.org. I can probably do a video about resources to get started 😁

@joejoe2452

4 ай бұрын

@@gobienan computer science degree? As in Bachelor of CS , Master of CS ? Thanks

@gobienan

4 ай бұрын

I have a bachelor degree, started the master but realised it is not the direction I wanted to go. Even tho it was really interesting!

@joejoe2452

4 ай бұрын

@@gobienan i have a bachelor degree also, i learned visual basic , html,css, java, C language, C# and i still don’t know anything . Lol feels like it is all over the place

@gobienan

4 ай бұрын

@@joejoe2452 I feel you. It can be challenging to put everything together. What really helped me to get started is...well, to just start. With something. Start with a pain point or an interesting problem you face. And try to create a solution for it. What you will encounter is that the first version will look like **** 🙈And you have to iterate over and over. Invest time and effort, to get something great. Quitting will come often to your mind, but that pushing through makes the difference. I wanted to create a video on that topic as well, since this channel to help people get into tech, and motivate people to get started 😁

do you edit your videos yourself?

@gobienan

5 ай бұрын

Yes, I do :D

you said you went fully remote with your job, why not keep it and still get to travel? Why quit it?

@gobienan

Ай бұрын

I actually did that for 3 years! Travelled a lot. Spent even a couple of months in Asia while working remotely. But my day was still planned around the work schedule. The work was still the same with meetings I didn't like. So even tho it was still a good job with great conditions I wanted something different for my life. Owning my time is probably the answer.

I want to watch more of your videos. appreciation from pakistan

@gobienan

4 ай бұрын

Hahah thank you! I am trying to release 1 video per week 😁

@user-bl5jz7ih4v

4 ай бұрын

welcome @@gobienan

How you REALIZE you make $ while you were 💤 was the lightbulb 💡 moment we all 9-6pm office slaves need to experience for ourselves.

@gobienan

2 ай бұрын

It's a wake-up call that it's possible for anyone willing to try!

Hows the funding now? Have you broken even yet?

@gobienan

3 ай бұрын

Hmm, I am not funded by VCs. But my products generate enough money to cover my expanses right now. A bit more wouldnt hurt tho 🫣

@1anre

3 ай бұрын

@gobienan oh i see. Very brave of you to try that as a immigrant. Things are usually shaky when your livability in a place is mapped to you working full time for a Corp organization there

@gobienan

3 ай бұрын

Ah, well I was born in Germany, so that was fortunately never an issue. But being employed is desired and also the only option that gets taugt here as well. Self employed is rare and not encouraged :/