Re:Ask HN: How common is developer burnout? Have you ever be...
by clarity20 on Sunday March 24, 2024 @03:35PM
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Nowadays there are places in the U.S. where the tech staff are largely from (what used to be?) the 3rd World, and it definitely has its effects on the workplace culture. There are teams who rationalize being spoken to like they're garbage, and who cannot be persuaded to push back. If you don't choose wisely, you could find yourself stepping into a self-contained Calcutta every time you enter the office building.
Compared to miners, firefighters, lumberjacks and even health professionals we have it easy.
Compared to accountants and lawyers we do need to handle tough pressure that can lead to burnout.
It also depends a lot on the culture of both the company, the bosses and even the country. In places such as Latin America, Asia or most of 3rd World you're expected to give everything to the company, even your family time and health.
In North America and Europe this abuse has consequences.
The bottom line for me is that you need to be aware of it and find ways to avoid it.