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Re:Spending more on retaining developers reduces the cost of... by freeone3000 on Monday March 14, 2022 @11:03AM (#30673266)
Not working is a perfectly valid option for dealing with burnout. Finally start that business, do some consulting, put that savings to use as a cushion instead of just a high score. Jobs will be there when you're done.
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Re:Spending more on retaining developers reduces the cost of... by jrockway on Monday March 14, 2022 @01:18PM (#30675146)
COBRA depletes the cushion very quickly. I feel like if your employer made you unhealthy, they should pay to make you healthy. That's why I recommend avoiding the rage quit plan. If you live in a country with government-provided health coverage, the equation changes a lot, however.
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Re:Spending more on retaining developers reduces the cost of... by hirako2000 on Monday March 14, 2022 @01:44PM (#30675504)
the UK unfortunately only seems to provide long term sickness support, which is a slim weekly allowance. they don't hesitate to take away 33% off gross salary in tax and other contributions, but no safety net.
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