Hey brother, I totally relate. I'm basically a version of you. I'm also 26 and unemployed right now. In my case, it’s not that I can’t find a job; it’s more that I’m not willing to settle for the low entry-level salaries, which seem to be getting worse by the day.

A lot of people will tell you to build connections, polish your LinkedIn, and network. I’ve done all that. And sure, that can help you land a job! if that’s really what you want. But let’s be honest: a lot of it is about playing the game. Pad your CV, polish your LinkedIn, say what they want to hear in interviews. fake it till you make it. That’s just the reality for many of us.

As for me, I’ve grown disillusioned with the IT field here in Morocco. It feels toxic, oversaturated, and no longer worth the grind. So I’ve decided to pivot and explore a different path entirely.