Working and grinding harder at $FAANGco (or any company you don't own at least 5-10%+ of) is unlikely to be rewarded with significantly more than the minimum re

Working and grinding harder at $FAANGco (or any company you don't own at least 5-10%+ of) is unlikely to be rewarded with significantly more than the minimum required to be comfortable. Massive raises and promotions for ICs or mid-level managers rapidly drop-off and become rare and underwhelming once you've reached a "senior" level. Controversial position: Diversify and aim to accomplish more in life than extending zeros in the bank account game. Seek fulfillment elsewhere. Learn a new skill or hobby, invest in relationships, or otherwise find a life and your true soul outside of work. You can always make more money but you can't recover spent time. At all. Consider not falling for The Big Lie. Sincerely wish for and want the best life for you, Md