Friday news day. It is no longer news that Big Tech is downs..
Added 2024-02-02 19:03:43 +0000 UTCFriday news day. It is no longer news that Big Tech is downsizing. However, it is news that the sector is going through a very real brain drain, as explained well by Logically Answered. Have a listen, or quickly go over the key points here if you are interested in the topic. :) -Historical Attraction Decline: Big tech companies, historically attractive to top talent, are experiencing a decline in interest from superstars in software engineering, data science, and product management. -Hiring Crisis at Facebook: Recently, Facebook faced a hiring crisis with only half of top-tier job offers being accepted. Many applicants applied to big tech companies for negotiation leverage rather than a genuine interest in working there. -Shift in Career Goals: Superstars joining big tech often view it as a stepping stone, using it to gain experience, build resumes, and climb the corporate ladder before pursuing their own ventures or projects they are passionate about. Repercussions for Big Tech: -Individualistic Motivations: The diverse entry paths lead to a workforce primarily motivated by job security, maximum pay, and promotions, fostering an environment of office politics. -Lack of Company Loyalty: Employees may prioritize personal success over contributing to the company's goals, potentially resulting in a lack of commitment to serving users and customers. Leadership Challenges: Over time, tech leaders without formal tech backgrounds may emerge, focused on cutting costs and increasing efficiencies, potentially leading to a deviation from the factors that initially made these companies successful. https://youtu.be/sYztMkrgAGs?si=OJ_83_CJ7XrdEZ1J
