Work-Life Balance at Tech Startups: Real Talk 🚀

Tech startups promise innovation but often deliver 60-80hr weeks and burnout. The "passion project" narrative can justify unhealthy habits.• Set boundaries (no emails after 8pm)• Actually use your PTO• Prioritize mental health over milestones#TechStartups #WorkLifeBalance #StartupLife #TechCulture #MentalHealth

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have avoided startups so far as there is nowhere to hide.. usually much easier to coast at a bigger firm

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