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Re:Why did I leave Google or, why did I stay so long? by dwohnitmok on Wednesday February 17, 2021 @02:26PM (#26170392)
I think the answer for most people is perceived control of one's destiny.

As long as that holds, I think a lot of people, especially founder types, are happy. The moment that's wrested away, whether by excessive board oversight, or by perceived meddling from investors, or by perceived interference by a manager, passion drops.

That's why autonomy was so important for the article writer.

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Re:Why did I leave Google or, why did I stay so long? by Viliam1234 on Wednesday February 17, 2021 @07:33PM (#26173880)
Don't ordinary employees perceive greater control of their destinies when they feel that their jobs are secure? How much passion should they feel working for a company they know will fire them the first moment it becomes convenient?
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