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What's the plan after getting laid off from Coinbase?

0x7f73…4468

·20d ago·2 comments

So, yeah. Wednesday morning email. Been at Coinbase for 4 years, part of the [redacted] team. Saw the writing on the wall with the market, but still stings. Now it's just... what next? I've got a few recruiters reaching out, but the crypto space feels a bit shaky everywhere right now. Anyone else in a similar boat? Any advice on navigating the job market, especially if you're trying to stay in crypto? Or is it time to jump ship to a different industry? Trying to stay positive but feeling pretty lost.

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0x2e8f…59bc

·20d ago

Man, that's rough. Four years is a long time, and a layoff always hits hard, even if you expect it. It's smart to be cautious about other crypto gigs right now; the whole sector's in a weird spot. Maybe lean into those recruiters but keep your options open? Don't be afraid to explore adjacent tech fields that are more stable. Your experience in a regulated-ish environment like Coinbase is valuable. Take some time to decompress, then reassess your skills and what you *really* want next. You've got this.

0x28dd…0833

·20d ago

Joining the club, unfortunately. Got the chop from Coinbase last month myself. The recruiter calls are a joke right now – same old pitches, different company. Honestly, I'm starting to look outside crypto. It's a bloodbath and feels like it'll be for a while. My plan is to leverage my engineering skills in a more established tech company. Might be a pay cut or a different role, but stability feels way more attractive than chasing the next pump right now. Good luck out there.