My Last Developer Job - How I quit |

[@HumansOfVR]

Bro your videos are just getting better and better

[@JoshuaFluke1]

hey thanks

[@aleksdeveloper698]

Just noticed.

[@DavidKirwanirl]

Yep this was excellent.

[@CarlosHernandez-tg3vj]

“When people don’t support your dream, it’s not that they don’t believe in you. It’s that they don’t like where they’ll be sitting when your dreams comes true” -Billy Allsbrooks

[@tachobrenner]

Nah, they're just worried about you

[@robwembley]

You took 'The Red Pill'. There is no going back. Once 'woke' you will never forget the fake life you were lured into by the corporate world. Please appreciate the fact that you have totally liberated yourself from Corporate Cubicle Hell. You are helping to wake others up and smell the freedom of 'going your own way'. Lean into the help and support that is out there for you. It is said to be 'lonely at the top'. You are not alone. Your audience will grow. Your support will grow. Your message is spreading. Lots of Love and Hugs.

[@toomuchtruth]

The disconcerting thing about most KZbinrs teaching how to get a programming job, is that most of them have quit their dev jobs. They seem to be running from what they're selling you. What gives?

[@rbcompound3774]

You make a very valid point man but for those who want to get that kind of job they're really helping out

[@ordinarybread]

Josh teaches how to use your skills to get what you want our of your life, on his stream the other this question came up.. He replied, everyone is different, and if you can hack a corporate lifestyle and that - go for it, but some of us want to make our own way and not work for someone else. I think that's what he's getting at with this channel and it's another means of income to him, but also honest and quite blunt advice.

[@jamiehush]

Programming is a great gig, but making fun videos for more money is definitely a better gig. They’re not running away, just getting promoted ;)

[@thatorcagirl]

Deep in our lizard brain we are programmed to take the easy and safest options because this keeps us alive. This is why society rewards us for getting a job rather than striking out on our own. I also believe that people discourage others from striking out on their own their own because, at an unconscious level, they don't want them to succeed and become independent from the system which they themselves aren't strong enough to break free of.

[@letslearnabout4934]

Pretty much that. It's like they are thinking "I want to do that, but I fear to do it yourself, so if you are successful you'll prove that I'm not strong enough so I have to downplay you"

[@farhadgh6008]

As a starter in web development, you show me things that I think are the most important. THANK YOU 🌷

[@lemonbread6368]

Same

[@pacepace2209]

What you doing now?

[@Zeeno]

This video spitting mad facts... It was the exact same experience I got when I quit my own job to build my business. As someone who did the whole CS degree, got a job and did everything I was supposed to do (and substituently hating it). You wouldn't believe the amount of hate and jokes I got tossed my way at the start. However I met a lot of lovely people who have the same mindset. You can do it guys, you can choose what it want to do with your life and go for it! ♥️

[@kotare86]

Zeeno I got "go start a business, fail, then you'll see" from my old colleague when I told her I was quitting. All with a smile on her face as if she was doing me a favour lol

[@Zeeno]

@@kotare86 oof. Well, time to show them what you're made of!😎

[@kotare86]

Zeeno Thanks! It's going well. I've had my ups and downs. During the "downs" I joke that it's my previous colleagues curse lol

[@Zeeno]

@@kotare86 LOL! Im gonna remember that one 😂

[@kotare86]

Zeeno 😄

[@ts9971]

You absolutely crushed this video. Great job 👏

[@rebelScience]

Wow! Amazing video! Love the format. I bet, people would love to see more of this kind of thought sharing on life, work, people, your country. Thanks so much! I quit my job 2 month ago. I would LOVE to know you in real life. I am in a similar situation as you are/were, but only starting my personal journey without a corporate hell.

[@ChristaGeek]

Essentially, all advice comes from our own biases. If friends/family weren't encouraging you to pursue your dreams, it's probably because it was a path too unfamiliar to them. I got the same advice from friends. When I told my successful friends about my ambitions, they always encouraged me, no matter how large the risk. Also, lol @4:40.

[@Sandinthebeach]

There's more to life than 9 5 job. I only understood it after 10 years of working boring back office jobs. Still have to find my new thing and invest in it

[@RatmanSays]

Yeh I have the only thing worse. A 9-5 and then a night job. :(

[@dominman8843]

Im 24 finished college and realized I still dont know what brings me happines and its driving me nuts

[@muuubiee]

As long as you don't have kids, there's still time.

[@dominman8843]

Yeah Ive been trying new stuff but students loans dont really give me breathing room so grind to pay them off is real basically trying to work for whoever pays most to get rid of that problem to enjoy some life

[@jdally9872]

yeah it's called bitcoin

[@Kareem_Alcindor]

Dude, I just found your channel. You have no idea how much a lot of the stuff that you talk about (navigating the traps and deceptive techniques of the Corporate World) resonates with me. Thank you for the candor and honesty related to the feedback that you provide. 👍

[@RonanThomas]

I just quit my job in data analytics and went travelling for a month, I’m back home now and wondering where I’m going next, these videos are helping me, so thanks man 👍🏼

[@anony88]

This video was really well put together. Thanks for sharing your story.

[@TinyMaths]

I honestly think that when you want to 'go your own way', it triggers some people's insecurities. I experienced that 5 years ago when I gave my 4 week notice at a job I had worked 11 years at. EVERYBODY panicked, asking me, are you sure you want to do this? Telling me there aren't many jobs out there etc. After the dust settled, several of them separately told me that they were unhappy in the job and wish they could do what I was doing. I sometimes wonder if what triggers people when you make a BIG move, is that it looks like you are going on to do 'better' things, find fulfillment, pursue something you're more passionate about, i.e. something that will make you happier, and they'll be left behind in the mundanities of an unfulfilling job which they feel forced to stick with.

[@birdyreene5603]

I couldn't agree more, I remember my friends and family, and some co-workers filled out. I'm 33 now and I spent most my adult life as a CNA and a substitute teacher. I hated it. I woke up one day and was like "not doing it no more" Didnt even go into work, that day. Just left a message on their voice-machine and started brain storming how I wanted to make money. Which of my favorite hobbies I could make money off of. It took me awhile, actually ran myself down to where I only had 900 in my account and all my bills hit at the start of the month n I was panicking. My friends tore me about at this point. I wanted to punch the next person to say "I told you so" in the mouth so hard. Seen a landscaping truck drive by. I love mowing my lawn, its relaxing, I would sit on my mower and listen to music, or learn foreign language cd's. It was like my own little world. The truck was my light bulb. I had a riding mower, I had a pushmower, I had all the tools, and a truck. A B.S understanding of photoshop, I ran inside made a logo, printed up a crapload of fliers, stuck an AD on craigslist, I went wild. All in. I was 30, and 3 years Im my own boss and run a pretty well established Landscaping company. Not a single person who tore me down, ever congratulated me on my success. Rambling at this point, But yea. I love what I do. Wish I had realized it sooner instead of spending my life doing something I hated. Loved your post and it reminded me so much of the naysayers in my life.

[@TinyMaths]

@@birdyreene5603 Well, all I can say, is, BRILLIANT. I think 'YOU' are the inspiration here. Hope others read your reply.

[@Ghosty716]

@@birdyreene5603 you’re super inspiring

[@johnnygarces2216]

wow man- your videos are so raw and inspiring. they defy all the feel-good sugar content that’s out there brainwashing people into thinking how they want. Thank you for opening up- thank you for your strength, thank you for your humility and letting all of us know that at the end of the day, it’s going to be alright.

[@hfbroady]

Nice vid. Can see the hard work you put into this video. You didn't go from 10k to 146k in 1 year without honesty and hard work. Keep it going Josh. #grindreel

[@JoshuaFluke1]

Broady the real MVP thank you

[@jakubkostka]

What a timing, just quit my job yesterday. Speaking from my soul

[@somtirthasantra1323]

I like the way you've made this video, very few people will tell others the truth like you

[@GameFuMaster]

When I announced I was leaving my work, I was shaking too. I thought I had all the power in the world (I already had a job offer), but I didn't hate my boss/colleagues. I just felt under utilized and underpaid.

[@xavdest5481]

Those are the worst. I am a very sociable person and often love those I'm with, so it always feels a bit selfish to leave for greener pastures.

[@RP944]

@@xavdest5481 This is something I never understood. Why "selfish"? The company doesn't own you. You're not like a printer whose only purpose is to work for them just because they bought you. No. You're free to live for greener pastures as you said. I would even say this, damnit: you should if that's what your inner voice tells you to do. It's not selfish. It's a voluntary decision to take the risk. It's you being you, not being your parents, your teachers or your insecure friends. What the hell? Selfish?! You know what's also selfish, to think that this world should work in a certain way. Selfish and arrogant I would say.

[@Ddeath.Eaterr]

I deeply resonate with this.

[@blueice3124]

You keep switching it up, I'm liking the different styles! Congrats on the KZbin plaque

[@SHONNER]

I recently went by an office I used to work at. I'm so glad I'm not still there.

[@kennethlee8174]

awesome video. honesty and truth

[@bullybully9823]

This is the same thing I felt when I quit my job to join on a startup while working on my own. you're doing great man!

[@martijnschut1484]

Man, as someone starting my own business soon, I felt this video, man. Thanks for the video.

[@andrewross5454]

You being so real and authentic about your struggles is what MAKES you Josh Fluke. A voice we can relate to.. those who weren't meant to be a part of the heard..

[@potatothegreat3046]

This is really deep & speaks to the core, you are very right about job security perception vs own thing perception, thank you for the motivating speech.. I salute you for believing in yourself and being strong on chasing your dreams

[@jwardTLS]

on May 6, 2021 it will have been 5 years since I worked a cubicle. Never going back.

[@Moelgaard85]

Thanks for sharing. Keep up the good work. You inspire!

[@nathanfanelli1825]

Love the honesty. Keep going, man.

[@chemilmk8361]

This is excellent. Very insightful and genuine perspective. Subbed

[@andrewross5454]

Fluke I love your videos and your channels.. I would love to see more videos about the paradigm shifts and how your thinking changed.. I've made it my life's work to teach paradigm shifts.. so I absolutely love your content that embodies that.. thank you.

[@junaidzaynickcoalexander9400]

i hear the emotion in this guy voice.

[@TheFootballPlaya]

I value your insight Josh, however, I'm looking forward to starting in a more technical role. My number one goal is to never end up in a call center again.

[@CrimsonSlayer7]

9 months old but Joshua you have instantly become an individual that I would love to have lunch with. I feel I've learned so much from your videos from a real life perspective but I feel I can learn so much more. So I honestly have to say thank you. 25, landed my first job after 6 years in college being lazy and not knowing what I want. But your videos have help me narrow things down a bit. I'm still learning but my mindset has changed greatly. And for that I thank you

[@danielmf7646]

I feel you Josh in all kinds of ways, hope you succeed even more

[@alaingarcia7493]

Totally agree brother. The glory is for the brave.

[@SimoneAronica]

I missed your videos in the last days but now I totally understand what you've been working on. Great video, I wish this could go into the trending area because this video is really beautiful.

[@jimmyjay234]

Another great video Josh, love the camera angles too 👍🏻 Well done getting this to air, most would’ve given up with all those roadblocks

[@helenesierminski8340]

Omg! I love this video. ❤️❤️❤️

[@sfm1325]

Dude, I'm 5 weeks into coding bootcamp right now. Your videos really help me know what to look for. I think you're great. It's terrific advice. The places you talk about working at like they're hell aren't that bad. Spend 21 years in material handling with no degree and moving up. That was hell. I'm making the move and would love to have what these companies are offering. That's why I'm doing this bootcamp and hoping it's not a waste of 10k. How about if you could make a video of the good things I have to look forward to once and if I'm lucky enough to get a coding job. Thanks. I started with a hammer in my hand in the field am now a project manger in material handling. I just don't enjoy the industry anymore and look forward to moving to a comfortable work environment where I can be a number and leave work at work. All I have worked for are small companies and getting a call on Sunday because your crew can't read a set of plans sucks. I think I can take the corporate BS for a while.

[@user-in1gn6fw2eab]

Wow you grew your channel real fast, congrats. Great work.

[@KevtechITSupport]

the tough question to asked is what he did with the earring? Everyone wants to know. Seriously, congrats on getting the KZbin award. Keep up the good work!

[@JoshuaFluke1]

I left it there. All ear waxy and nasty.

[@kevalan1042]

People criticize doing your own thing because they feel threatened. If you are successful, it would show them that it's possible, and that they could very well do it themselves, but they are too afraid of the freedom and risk.

[@tylerbenton4495]

I felt that when you said "Companies don't give you two weeks". I got laid off from a job once and I love my coworkers so I would've put in a two weeks notice but after getting laid off by the guy at the top who don't care anyone because everyone is replaceable without a notice. All that giving two weeks quickly went out the window for me. I'm playing that same game now. Two can play that.

[@davidroseitg]

It's amazing that you are going for it and I think plenty of people will be impressed when you do. Other people want a different life and are maybe more interested in stability and family. I know jobs are no longer secure really but it's ok to do either, it's really exciting to go on your own.

[@germancardenas8363]

Congrats! Keep up the good work!

[@lucidvision]

Great video man! I like how your improvised in your humor. I think you're a pretty chill guy and smart too. Hope you succeed!

[@annborn6563]

😂😂😂 the interruptions-cutting metal, that’s a new one-great video!

[@DailyBreadShow]

Taking the leap and giving up that consistent paycheck is so fucking scary, but man it’s so rewarding to make a living on your own time with no boss

[@StyleTrick]

Your dog is so cute! On the serious note, great video =)

[@valdius85]

People that are truly happy from your success or sad from misfortunes are rare. So are people who design their life the way they want to.

[@MatW1lson]

Keeping it real! All the distractions actually kept my attention, ironically. (Serious! Sorta like how they utilize B-roll footage... to keep things interesting and indeed I watched the entire video for 10 mins. straight through to the end.)

[@blueballedtech]

Thank you for the inspiration.

[@vSCWhit3Dov3x]

Love that Pure Pwnage reference, great video too!

[@JoshuaFluke1]

Everybody runs faster with a knife

[@MrYellow94]

Just started reading Unscripted... thank you!

[@Java1up]

Huge inspiration, you managed to work your way up to the top many times before tht parachute finally opened. Life’s about how hard you can get hit and still get up...

[@answersteslaqueries6712]

Hey Josh, at one point you mentioned doing a video where you create a bunch of different resumes to submit to a job and see who gets a call back. Just wanted to say I have thought of doing the exact same thing and I really hope you make that video, it would be really interesting! For me the issue is that I have a BFA in web design from an art school, and I always wonder if I’d have better luck with a computer science degree. I have never ONCE made it through an applicant tracking system. My only jobs have come from actual humans looking at my resume, even though I have a “unicorn” skillset - I can do both ui/ux design and development very well.

[@rafaelhernandez852]

Sometimes i feel like i have been chasing something that is supposed to be the end all be all. I went back to my old place and noticed all of the changes and felt nostalgic. when i told someone about them they told me "Really? i didn't even notice the changes. When you are in here you don't really feel it". A numbing feeling that has you question if you are even alive. To me, that is death, I have been chasing death. Thanks for the videos Josh i appreciate them.

[@l.j.hollow3348]

you're the man Josh!

[@Ownedyou]

The helicopters are after you!

[@fargnbastage]

I wish I had an idea for a business so I could escape this rat race. But I don't....so here I am working from home, binging your videos....and racking my brain for a glimmer of an idea of wtf I can do to escape this IT bullshit that I loath. Money isn't everything....glad I can at least work from home and not have to fake like I'm "happy/grateful" for this damn job.

[@eddiejaoude]

Awesome work dude, you deserve it 👍🤓

[@Sensimuse]

I really like the EKG analogy, you can't experience the peaks without the valleys and ANY movement is better than a stable flatline. Well said.

[@Phoca_Vitulina]

Congrats again! Excellent doggo content too! Hope you can take a break to celebrate even if it's a small one!

[@satturnine7320]

Gratz!

[@reddblurr]

I quit my soulless corporate office job about 2 years ago. I still don’t make as much money as I did back then but I’ll still stand by that decision to leave being one of the best decisions I’ve ever made. I’ll never step foot into a corporate office ever again.

[@AntonyNorthcutt]

Brilliant, and well done !

[@kfreedom470]

Yo I'm at the point where I feel that this programming stuff isn't for me so I'm Gonna achieve what soul wants .....

[@Denadrins]

Keep up with the great videos!

[@gokublue9242]

man this video is really getting me emotional honestly

[@TGameDev]

I definitely empathize with that. Someone i used to think was my best friend turned out to be the greatest cancer in my life. Made the conscious choice to let that bridge go a few months ago after years of abuse. Its fucking hard, it really is. But, the plus side is now i have one less distraction from getting the life that would bring me greater fulfillment. The sooner i can cut ties with corporate the better.

[@letslearnabout4934]

If a friend told me he quitted his job to go his own way, instead of asking him if he's crazy I would say "Teach me how to do it too"

[@sfappetrupavelandrei]

Shouldn't you wait first for him to be successful? A man who quit his job to do something on his own is called unemployed. This is not hard to do. The hard thing is to be successful in being on your own.

[@HazardLife]

Dude keep it up love the hustle

[@jiyere]

7:00 didn't want that video to be demonetized xD Great video, love the shooting angles. Especially in the backyard.

[@JoshuaFluke1]

Exactly

[@kineticuncertainty]

I am a firm believer in following ones dreams. Working for the man sucks. You make them a bunch of money and they give you a small slice of it. If you want to do something great in this world you have to do your own thing. I have been working as a professional software engineer for the last 5 years. However, in the last 3 years i have been building my own software company in my spare time. Good luck to you

[@MrBimber55]

I just quit my job in a factory, and I don't have another one for now. People can't understand this. Safety is their priority.

[@MrSojek]

Have you started something new yet?

[@MrBimber55]

@@MrSojek Yeah, I have. I was looking for a programming job, but nobody responds, so I started working in a printing house for now. It is a good employer, so I consider staying there for even longer, but I damaged a meniscus in my right knee. One month on sick leave passed, and I come back on Friday. Insurance will partially cover that, I hope. A doctor tries to scare me with surgery, but I think it won't be needed because it's getting better and better. A lot can go wrong against plans. That is why I always have savings.

[@woofelator]

Yo great job Josh you're doing good work and you've achieved everything that you've wanted to achieve and you should stop now or take a break or reward yourself

[@woofelator]

Congrats on the youtube plaque!

[@onetime9012]

Omg my twin. Actually I’ve found there is a point at about 2-3 yrs when you are fully turned to a zombie those who don’t change jobs or do something else get stuck them fear and uncertainty kicks in as well as complacency.

[@vnoommuy]

Hey Josh. I don't even know how I found your channel but I'm so glad I did. Keep up man! Best regards from Uruguay!

[@SourClout]

Good video new to your channel but I like how you focus on making your life self fulfilling and not being a corporate drone

[@omborkar7233]

Your a true inspiration

[@dragondarkguy2008]

I think this is one of the best videos, aethestically speaking, that you've made. It's visually entertaining as well. Not saying the others weren't, but this one had more variety. The content, as always, is 100% on point, specially with the last bit of people going to get lunch, I always look at them too and think the same, heh.

[@hereb4theend]

I like how you're exposing how we're living in a dystopia with no safety net. Good show.

[@roaminroninx3446]

the Grind is Real

[@hamudazabad1897]

Overall, I agree with what you said, however, at the part saying how you can see other people and what they are doing. This is relative to you. Some people are not looking to take risks and that's ok for them. That doesn't make them stupid and it doesn't mean that they haven't found the "right path".

[@JoshuaFluke1]

They're the same people I saw when I worked there. It's pretty obvious. 23, 24 They all just sit outside and shit talk the place.

[@janepearson7794]

This has made me lmho Mr josh. The part where you were sitting in the yard trying to record and every thing was conspiring against you, dogs barking, metal cutter going, helicopter over head and mower about to fire up. But as always, you persevered and got the job done in the end. Well done young man. X

[@wolvAUS]

Are most development jobs this bad? I’m currently studying Comp Sci and enjoying it but if the industry is like this then I may as well quit while I’m ahead.... I’m so confused. edit: Still gonna pursue my CS/Software Engineering path because it's something I enjoy, but I'll be mindful of these videos going into the field :)

[@JoshuaFluke1]

For my type of personality, I don't want to work a job. I want to offer the jobs.

[@BenjaminRichardCraig]

they are but everything else is much worse

[@chrise5238]

Dev jobs are great but most people want a lot more because there not fulfilling I personally prefer to try and make my own money with my own ideas

[@wolvAUS]

@@JoshuaFluke1 I feel you. Apart from employers and whatnot, do you enjoy programming and coding itself? Tbh it seems like HR/Corporate always finds a way to make every career path miserable. I reckon I'm just gonna keep on learning CS since it's something I enjoy but I'm definitely going to be mindful of what you're saying in this video.

[@JoshuaFluke1]

@@wolvAUS I only program if it's required. I don't do it for fun. I only use it as a tool to build something I want. It's never just coding to code. That's not what it's meant for.

[@gokublue9242]

@3:45 same I was thinking I was going no where making 17 an hour and I watched your channel and many other computer science channels. then I finally took that risk after saving some money

[@dkgong]

I think you and TechLead should start your own company.

[@GamerBody]

Your dogs are awesome!

[@lurkergggg8759]

I'm not even a programmer, but still pretty much got a lot of the same "when are you going to get a real job!" at firt too. Got knows I tried. But honestly everyone wanted someone who could do more for less. So self employment it is.

[@googleuser1522]

Thumbs up for the hilarious parts. “I’ve never had so much trouble making a video. Helicopter...neighbor mowing the lawn...guy cutting metal.” 😂😂😂

[@asadb1990]

the sad part is most companies don't give an hour. a large company that laid me off did it first thing in the morning. a small shit company waited for their final project to be fully complete. the boss then calls me in after 5p to give me notice to leave. i was so pissed. and then after notice he wanted to discuss why i didn't perform as per expectation. i was like "I'm sorry our "relation" has ended, i will empty out my office and leave". i grabbed my stuff and left. i left the stacks of paper i was gonna recycle. i was like you gauged in a month whether i was fit for a role over a single project. they basically needed me for a single assignment and pretended to hire me for a permanent position and i happen to come from just being laid off.

[@hobbyhub-91]

I really needed that

[@chrise5238]

One of your mid roll ads was Joma and the TechLeads new business

[@JoshuaFluke1]

Lololol

[@josephwolf7552]

I get what your saying, but I am about to graduate and I might have to do the soulless job for a while. If I get a job making 60 a year even if I am a corporate robot, three years I will make 150,000 in those three years I will pay off student loans have a little nest egg and I’ll be in a better position to do what I really want to do. Plus 40 hour work week still gives you time to work on side projects

[@JoshuaFluke1]

Everyone does, but use it as a buffer to find what you want

[@MrTaloul]

I totally agree, we are humans..not animals, we always need different things, experiences, and much more..There is so much more to life than money and a stable life

[@James-yi1vk]

I'm happy to say that I cant relate with my current situation. I LOVE my current job with Leidos. I love everything about it. I finally found a job that I want to stay at until I retire.

[@andreydoichinov1683]

:) think again after 4 - 5 years :)

[@James-yi1vk]

@@andreydoichinov1683 People like you are what make workplaces toxic. Be gone troll

[@andreydoichinov1683]

@@James-yi1vk You will see, believe me

[@gab229]

@@andreydoichinov1683 dude geez did you even see the video? The first reply, your shitty attitude with "you won't make it it gets worse"