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Why is it a thing to change jobs every 3-5 years. Seems like only a software developer thing
by sickbeard 10y ago
Why is it a thing to change jobs every 3-5 years. Seems like only a software developer thing
- duderific 10y ago3-5 years? Try 1-2. The reason is that there are a lot of opportunities, and it gets boring to work on the same thing for a long time. Also you can learn more different things and fill out your resume by changing jobs more often. That said, I personally prefer to stay at a job for at least three years, given the opportunity.
- crpatino 10y agoYes, it is a software development thing. Labour market is crazy. Employers are obsessed with "acquiring talent". If you can show "growth potential" (as in, being able and willing to learn and extend your expertise), they will overpay you for the first 2 years or so. After that, they will feel entitled to recover their investment in you, so you will continue to grow, but your salary will stagnate. Meaning, 3-5 years is the sweet spot for getting another income boost from the next talent acquirer willing to pay you to learn even more.