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Ask HN: Why shouldn't I leave Google?

- I'm 26 - 2 years experience as a SWE at Google (my 1st ever job) - Enough cash to live the next ~2 years even with no salary - Unfulfilled at Google - Dreaming of starting my own company

Keeping all these in mind, why am I so afraid of leaving Google?

My mentor suggested to stay at Google until I find an interesting startup idea to work on. I want to spend 6 months in SE Asia and travel the world before starting my company.

Is fear really whats holding me back? Is Google too good of a workplace to leave?

90 points afraid 9 years ago 123 comments

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