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Hi Fishes, Could you please provide your opinions regarding interview bootcamps for FAANG companies and if one should join or not. Also which Bootcampis better - InterviewKickstart or Tech interview pro or Outco. Any suggestions areappreciated. Google Microsoft Apple Netflix Deloitte EY PwC Adobe Paytm Airbnb Facebook (Meta)
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I think it’s very important to learn how to set boundaries with work so you can enjoy a life outside of the office. It typically requires moving agencies to be able to smoothly regain that balance because once you let an agency treat you like a work horse, they will expect that level of output all the time. I worked my butt off at the beginning of my career saying yes to everything, only to realize I can get better results with less stress by being more selective with my time and effort. I value the time I get to spend with my husband, and no ad is more important than that.
Make it a priority. It really is that simple. I love what I do, but I refuse to let it consume my entire life. You have to be intentional about carving out time for the people who matter.
It comes down to deciding what's important and then setting and enforcing boundaries. If you have to spend some non-office time working, and it's something that does no damage to your personal life, that's fine. You just need to be aware that what you think you're doing may not appear that way to a significant other, or especially to children. Good to consider their perspective in regards to whether you're being neglectful while being too focused on work.