Does anyone have recommendations for companies they view as being career-first? I don’t mean high-burnout or no work/life balance (but this is something everyone loves to say they have now even though they don’t, so that’s a bit moot).

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What do you mean by “career-first”? Places with the most opportunity for growth? Best mentorship? Places most likely to help you get some awards? Where to make the best work?

“Breeding”…you sound fun to work with…

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