Lots of truth in this. I've been "in IT" for 15+ years post uni, and nodded all the way through reading this (It's true that these things creep up on you). Ve

Lots of truth in this. I've been "in IT" for 15+ years post uni, and nodded all the way through reading this (It's true that these things creep up on you). Very recently our startup got funded (a modest Angel round), and now I can honestly say that I'm much less stressed than I have been in a very long time... I have more time for "me". Sure, I work 80+ hours a week - but I do it on my schedule, so I can go bushwalking, fishing - have the odd random day off, and spend a few hours each evening with my family. I think the dangers of IT can be "managed", if you have the flexibility (or discipline) to do so.