I’d take #7 with a grain of salt: You’re far more desirable once you secure a job, than when you’re unemployed. If the company is mid-size or better AND it’s

I’d take #7 with a grain of salt: You’re far more desirable once you secure a job, than when you’re unemployed. If the company is mid-size or better AND it’s not a sweat shop, take it while you assess your next move. Don’t make the mistake of staying put, however, unless the team or company aligns with your interests. Context: I took a break, got married, and started looking for SWE work just when the “great recession” was looming. It took me six months and some unpopular niche skills just happened to open some opportunities. Just barely.