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France is not sprinting. No amount of measures will change the main issue we have in France : the people. I am French myself, moved to Canada 6years ago, then
by Mikushi 13y ago
France is not sprinting. No amount of measures will change the main issue we have in France : the people.
I am French myself, moved to Canada 6years ago, then moved to London a year and half ago. I have kept a very close eye on France, I tried to find jobs there, interesting jobs, but it is just not happening, there are so many hurdles it's not even funny, just to list a few : salaries are way off compared to places like London or Berlin, Paris is expensive and being pretty much the only place to find "startups" you become locked with a small salary and high expenses, it is elitist as hell, unless you have an engineering degree, good luck finding a decent job, and even if you find one, it'll take years before you move up or get a raise. The list could go on and on, but it is clear to any frenchman/woman who decided to move away that any amount of measures will not change the culture, a culture of elitism which doesn't leave room for talent.
I'll add that there are decent jobs in France, but there are scarce and the fight for them is high. You are more likely to end up working for Peugeot, AXA or some big corp like that. If you want a future in tech, avoid France, that place will never rise to the challenge.
- rikacomet 13y agoIf you read it right, I'm going there for studies, not job. France, is working hard on its higher studies, if any government is serious, I as a investor, would leverage on that.
- guylhem 13y agoThe studies really are top notch, at very competitive prices. There are hidden gems around, like Toulouse School of Economics. Generally, in every french university, you can really learn stuff, have a good core curriculum - and even do that at a discount price if you shop around or know how to play the game. Your decision to study in France is wise. Make the most of it. I just recommend you reevaluate where to start your business when the times come, because of the opportunity costs. I'm french, and if things had been different (or in the future) I'd consider starting my business in India :-)