‘Will it ever get better?’: Singapore tech worker laid off twice says she now fears losing her job over every mistake
“I'm so tired of this rat race. I don't think I want to climb the corporate ladder but if I quit it doesn't pay the bills," she said. This article ( ‘Will it ever get better?’: Singapore tech worker laid off twice says she now fears losing her job over every mistake ) first appeared on The Independent Singapore News .
A 25-year-old Singaporean tech worker, after being laid off twice in the past five years, is now overwhelmed with anxiety about her job prospects. On the r/asksg forum, she expressed her fear of losing her job for each little mistake she makes at work. She admitted feeling exhausted by the constant pressure, unsure if she wants to climb the corporate ladder any further.
Living alone with her parents, she mentioned that she struggles to make ends meet and feels like her entire life is falling apart. She is contemplating quitting her job but is too afraid, and is also burnt out. She is considering moving abroad to continue her studies or taking a year-long backpacking trip, but she's not sure what course of action to take.
Other commenters on the forum reassured her that her feelings are common, and offered advice on trying new kinds of work or changing jobs if she can. The article highlighted the recent retrenchments in Singapore, not only in the tech industry but across various sectors, due to the growing fears of automation and AI adoption, coupled with the rising cost of living.
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