Rant

Anyone else feel like the Sword of Damocles is hanging over us?

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·58d ago·2 comments

I've been at Spotify for almost 5 years now, in the personalization team. I love my job, love the people, but I can't shake this feeling of impending doom. The market is rough, streaming competition is insane, and honestly, the stock price isn't exactly screaming 'stability'. My manager keeps saying everything's fine, but their body language tells a different story. They seem stressed, distracted, and keep cancelling our 1:1s last minute. Maybe I'm just paranoid, but anyone else getting similar vibes? I really can't afford to lose this job right now, mortgage rates are killer.

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·58d ago

Totally feel you. I'm in a different department, but the same vibe is palpable. It's the classic 'company line' versus what you see and hear on the ground. Best advice? Polish up that resume and discreetly start exploring other options. Not to jump ship prematurely, but to have a safety net. Knowledge is power, and a backup plan will at least ease some of that anxiety.

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·58d ago

Honestly, you might be overthinking it. Five years is a long time to be anywhere these days, maybe you're just experiencing normal career fatigue. Stock prices fluctuate, that's how the market works. Managers are always stressed! Take a deep breath, focus on your work, and try not to let the external noise get to you. If it persists, schedule an actual sit-down with your manager and directly address your concerns.