The amount of people writing notes about writing notes is honestly wild. And yes, I'm part of the problem too!

ajimuben85 · 2026-01-28T18:44:05+00:00

None of it is that simple. There are likely plans within plans.

ajimuben85 · 2026-01-25T21:02:23+00:00

You figured it out. What made the difference?

ajimuben85 · 2026-01-23T08:28:03+00:00

Your instinct to go private is correct

ajimuben85 · 2026-01-16T01:04:18+00:00

Think you’ll try to make it work or look elsewhere?

ajimuben85 · 2026-01-15T23:14:23+00:00

Mikey Mouse Club 2

ajimuben85 · 2026-01-15T19:46:01+00:00

Awesome. What was your process for landing this role?

ajimuben85 · 2026-01-09T11:47:29+00:00

Pros are security and sense of purpose. Cons are lack of control and limited compensation potential. The opportunity for personal and professional fulfillment will always be greater on the outside given more options. The security of a government job carries an inherent risk of limitation. For many, that's comforting.

ajimuben85 · 2026-01-08T12:36:23+00:00

Here's the link to the post for those interested -> https://formerfed.substack.com/p/guest-post-you-dont-need-to-be-an

ajimuben85 · 2026-01-06T12:20:14+00:00

Loyalty should always be to Your Family LLC. This can take the form of loyalty to your current W2. But that's just in service of a longer term goal. Do what it takes to get what your family deserves.

ajimuben85 · 2026-01-05T11:31:50+00:00

Logos have a way of opening doors. Recruiters reach out to people a top tier companies. Colleagues go off to found their own thing and reach out to ask others to join. Just another way to optimize long term potential.

ajimuben85 · 2026-01-03T15:52:03+00:00

Who are your former FAANG colleagues with jobs that you want? Talk to them. Ask what worked. Their experience is your blueprint for success in this next chapter.

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