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Re:Ask HN: Ex-Googlers, why do you write "Ex-Google" on your... by throwaway22045 on Thursday January 11, 2024 @05:58AM (#38950559)
> Mental health issues, addiction, changing priorities, motivation burnout

All of this seems like a red flag for a hiring manager, though

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Re:Ask HN: Ex-Googlers, why do you write "Ex-Google" on your... by neontomo on Thursday January 11, 2024 @06:06AM (#38950631)
I agree, but not forever. Someone going away to deal with life and coming back shouldn't be held against someone for life.
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Re:Ask HN: Ex-Googlers, why do you write "Ex-Google" on your... by herewego on Thursday January 11, 2024 @08:15AM (#38951790)
Also because most (yes, most) people deal with these or similar challenges at some point in their careers. Personal growth is real.
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