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I’ve put myself up for L4 promo this cycle. Assuming I get it, what would be the best next steps to optimize for long-term growth/TC?
My understanding is that L5->L6 is extremely painful at Google. It may be easier to leave for a handful of years and gain managerial experience before returning.
L4->L5 is less challenging; however, I’m under the impression I can do this quicker at another company (if I leave after being freshly promo’d) AND get higher TC.
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Of course, but I can’t do anything about it. We’ve had this going on for 2 years, so I expect it at any time.
I keep my resume up to date, apply semi regularly for new roles, have saved extra cash than I normally would. I control what I can.
I'm not losing sleep over it or living in a panic state. But it's something I know can happen, so sure, it's always in the back of one's mind. No one has safe employment in today's world, that's just the reality of it. Someone somewhere can look at a spreadsheet some morning and say, huh, we don't need these people. So it goes.
Totally relate. I’m focusing on budgeting tighter right now, just in case. The holidays are stressful enough without adding job worries to the mix.
Cloud already had layoffs in late September, doubt they’ll do it now this close to the holidays. Obviously on the table for Q1 though.
Certainly makes it difficult to stay motivated longterm.