I did not escape in the physical sense, but I picked up side projects to keep building out my skill. I make it a priority to try to find more interesting work

I did not escape in the physical sense, but I picked up side projects to keep building out my skill. I make it a priority to try to find more interesting work and projects that will add value to the company. I have tried for many years to create a profitable side project, but I am still trying. You have to be careful about survivorship bias when you hear about successful startup. I am not saying you should not try, I am saying you have to consider that there are far more failures than successes. Keep that in mind and try to learn as much as you can along the way.