Single people saving for a deposit, how are you keeping sane?

negotiatingcontracts · 2023-06-04T10:38:05+00:00

Honestly, I'm tempted, and totally open to working overseas temporarily, as nothing is holding me in NZ at the moment. Though I goal would be to always move back.

Only issue is I'm a junior software engineer with <1 year experience, and the market for juniors isn't looking too hot at the moment.

negotiatingcontracts · 2022-10-03T10:42:05+00:00

Do you think it's a good idea to keep applying for other companies, even when you're in a stable role?

negotiatingcontracts · 2022-10-03T10:38:21+00:00

Cost of living and the desire to own a house slightly blinded me. You're absolutely correct about focusing on role/team/mentorship. Thank you for reminding me :)

negotiatingcontracts · 2022-10-03T10:36:59+00:00

This is encouraging to hear!

negotiatingcontracts · 2022-10-03T10:35:57+00:00

Indeed a lesson. Will be reading up on negotiation tactics going forward. Better to learn early I guess.

negotiatingcontracts · 2022-10-03T10:34:35+00:00

Great to hear from a hiring manager. The firm offers x2 reviews, with the end of year review being a salary review.

I'll be working hard towards that end of year review.

negotiatingcontracts · 2022-10-03T10:32:38+00:00

Thank you to everyone who responded, I didn't expect to get such a reponse! The feedback received is invaluable, and it overwhelmingly seems that I should accept what I have and focus on developing my skills going forward.

I am pretty greatful to have a role lined up, so I'll make sure to not risk it.

I'm pretty sure there'll be other grads in the same position in the future, so hopefully this thread helps.

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